Ioannis Nikias
Athens,Greece
Summary
Experienced Greek Island skipper with 5 seasons leading daily charters across Milos, Kimolos, Polyaigos, Sifnos and Mykonos. Expert in sailing and power catamarans (Bali 42, Leopard 43) and monohulls (Bavaria 49) with a strong safety first mindset. Skilled at guest hospitality (up to 25 guests), route planning, and operating under Meltemi wind conditions. Brings strong dry dock maintenance experience (fiberglass/gelcoat repairs, basic diesel servicing, buffing/polishing) and coordinates complex tasks requiring authorized mechanics when needed.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Skipper
Odysseus Cruises
Milos, Greece
05.2023 - 10.2025
- Skippered Bavaria 49 monohull and Bali 42 catamaran for daily charters around Milos, Kimolos, Polyaigos, and Sifnos.
- Managed guest safety and comfort for 16–25 passengers per trip; delivered briefings and ensured compliance.
- 2025: Operated Leopard 43 power catamaran for two half-day charters daily.
- Optimised itineraries for Meltemi conditions; executed safe anchoring and mooring procedures.
Deckhand
Odysseus Cruises
Milos, Greece
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Supported Bali 42 catamaran operations under demanding weather; assisted skippers with navigation.
- Hosted up to 25 guests daily; maintained high service standards and vessel cleanliness.
Deckhand
Mykonos Sailing
Mykonos, Greece
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Daily charters around Mykonos, Delos, and Rinia on monohull sailing vessels.
- Responsible for cooking, hosting, and cleaning; assisted with deck operations.
Sales Manager
GMB
Athens, Greece
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Customer relationship management and sales operations.
Education
Electronic Music Production -
SAE Institute
Athens01.2014
BSc - Business Management
BCA College
Athens01.2012
Dry Dock And Off Season Maintenance
- Structural repairs: fiberglass lay up, gelcoat damage assessment and restoration.
- Cosmetic works: machine polishing with buffer, compounding, and waxing hull/superstructure.
- Basic diesel engine service: oil/filter changes, belt checks, impeller replacement, cooling inspection.
- Deck & rig: line inspection/replacement, winch service, minor hardware fixes.
- Electrical basics: battery checks, terminals cleaning, light fixtures, and bilge pumps troubleshooting.
- Coordinates and defers specialized tasks to authorized mechanics (e.g., engine overhauls, complex electrical).
Key Qualifications
- Advanced navigation and seamanship across the Cyclades (Milos, Kimolos, Polyaigos, Sifnos).
- Passenger safety & compliance: drills, briefings, and incident prevention.
- Customer service & hosting: cooking, hosting, and delivering premium charter experiences.
- Leadership & team coordination under high guest volumes and fast turnarounds.
- Problem resolution and mechanical awareness, inventory and provisioning management.
- Operating in Meltemi conditions: route adaptation, anchoring strategy, and risk mitigation.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Greek
Native/ Bilingual
Hobbies and Interests
- Surfing and windsurfing since age 12; passionate about travelling and to surf big waves.
- DJing for social events and friends.
References
Available upon request.
Certification
- Basic Safety License – Cosmos
- Advanced Fire Fighting for Vessels – Cosmos
- VHF Short Range – Cosmos
- Survival License – Cosmos
- Open Sea Sailing License – Naovv
- Speed Boat License (up to 24m)
Timeline
Skipper
Odysseus Cruises
05.2023 - 10.2025
Deckhand
Odysseus Cruises
05.2022 - 10.2022
Deckhand
Mykonos Sailing
06.2020 - 09.2020
Sales Manager
GMB
09.2013 - 06.2016
Electronic Music Production -
SAE Institute
BSc - Business Management
BCA College