Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Work Preference
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Harrison (Harry) Miller

Newcastle,NSW

Summary

Dynamic professional sailor with expertise in team collaboration, problem-solving, and performance optimisation. Achieved top positions on notable yachts and led teams to success in competitive racing. Dedicated shipwright with strong communication and organizational skills. Known for promoting customer satisfaction and enhancing team performance through innovative problem-solving and collaboration. Ready to leverage experience to drive operational excellence.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Professional Sailor

Freelancer
Sydney, NSW
01.2025 - Current
  • Achieved top bowman position, sailing professionally on notable racing yachts including Matador, Botin 40, and Smuggler.
  • Contributed to the success of Team Hollywood, participating in various yacht classes, including Botin 40 and Cookson 50.
  • Served as boat captain for Smuggler, Goodform, and Hollywood Bodin 40, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Collaborated with distinguished skippers such as David Doherty and Raymond Roberts on competitive races.

Shipwright

Midcoast Boatyard & Marine
Newcastle, NSW
02.2021 - Current
  • Assisted with customer requests and questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to accomplish efficiently.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Maintained equipment
  • Adhered to safety protocols
  • Worked effectively in team environments
  • Utilized advanced technical skills to troubleshoot complex problems
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.

Project Highlights

Sailing Instructor

Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club
Newcastle, NSW
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Instructed sailing techniques to diverse groups of all skill levels.
  • Mentored junior instructors, enhancing teaching methods and effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with club staff to improve instructional programs and services.
  • Completed re-certification and continuing education requirements related to safety and boating knowledge.
  • Tracked attendance, student performance, weather and other required information for permanent records.
  • Addressed student questions or concerns regarding sailing topics in a professional manner.
  • Instructed students on the fundamentals of navigation, seamanship, boat handling, and racing rules.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Conducted pre-lesson briefings which included an overview of the day's goals and objectives.
  • Encouraged teamwork among students through organized group activities related to sailing topics.
  • Organized and instructed beginner to advanced level sailing classes for children, youth, and adults.
  • Utilized media and local events to promote program and enhance engagement.
  • Ensured safety of students while sailing by providing instruction on proper techniques and equipment use.
  • Displayed enthusiasm when teaching new concepts in order to keep students engaged.
  • Monitored weather conditions to ensure safe sailing practices were followed.
  • Observed students during practice sessions to provide feedback on technique execution.

Education

CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY (NEAR COASTAL)

Australian Martime Safety Authority
07-2025

Marine Craft Construction - Engineering

Vocational Training
NSW
02-2025

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Project management
  • Performance optimisation
  • Problem solving
  • Rigging systems
  • Vessel maintenance
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Effective communication
  • Organisational skills
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Vessel Cleaning
  • First aid proficiency

Certification

First Aid & CPR Certificate

Accomplishments

2024 CYCA Roger Hickman OAM Bow Person of the Year Award

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Not actively looking

Salary Range

$120000/yr - $200000/yr

Timeline

Professional Sailor

Freelancer
01.2025 - Current

Shipwright

Midcoast Boatyard & Marine
02.2021 - Current

Sailing Instructor

Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club
01.2020 - 01.2022

CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY (NEAR COASTAL)

Australian Martime Safety Authority

Marine Craft Construction - Engineering

Vocational Training
Harrison (Harry) Miller