Mediterranean Luxury Motor Yacht 'Noble House' Crew Details

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Luxury Motor Yacht 'Noble House' Captain: Andy Lawrence
 
Qualifications: Master (Yachts) to 3000GT, GMDSS
Date joined: April 2000
Brought up in the Bay of Plenty in New Zealand, Andy has spent much of his life on the water, with an extensive background in sailing and rowing. He began his boating career at a young age, crewing on sailboats and competing in races throughout the South Pacific as young as 17 years of age. When he moved to his first Super Yacht he began working towards his Masters license which he completed in 2002 and which duly led him towards his current Captains position aboard the largest privately-owned yacht built in New Zealand. With many seasons behind him on varying sized boats, Andy has gained a wealth of local knowledge in the main cruising areas of Europe, the United States, Central America and the South Pacific. His professional seafaring history, as well as that of his crew, ensures all guests of Noble House a thrilling, safe and unforgettable trip of a lifetime
 
Noble House Chief Engineer: Jim McCreery
 
Qualifications: Y2 Chief Engineer (MCA)
Date joined: April 2000
Jim has worked in the Engineering field since 1985 when he began his studies in his hometown of Perth, Western Australia. He has been a well-respected figure in the yachting industry for the last 10 years having worked on several notable yachts before becoming one of the first crew members to join the original Noble House. After only a few seasons on board, Jim was appointed Project Manager of the new build and journeyed south to Auckland. Although he enjoyed being land-based he was looking forward to life back on the water, and after the proud moment of her launching, Jim is very glad to be part of the onboard crew once more.
 
Chief Officer: Scott Robinson
 
Qualifications: Chief Mate (3000 GT), GMDSS
Date joined: May 2000.
Another long timer, and Antipodean, Scott also originates from New Zealand where he too enjoyed a childhood on the water. He loves all water-based activity, with a background of sailing, diving, fishing, wake-boarding and water-sports instruction. Scotts long service as Mate on Noble House, his comprehensive qualifications and his superb boat-handling, safety and deck management capabilities are all testimony to his worth and talent as a seafarer.
 
Chef: Jason McDonald
 
Qualifications: STCW 95 firefighting, sea survival and first aid.
Date joined: February 2001.
A highly experienced and acclaimed Chef, Jason has been a restaurant owner and Chef from Australia to New Orleans, and has been listed among the top 2000 Chefs in the USA. After a successful land-based career, Jason moved to yachts 8 years ago and is accomplished in all styles of cuisine. He lists his favorite areas of cooking as Pacific Rim, Classical French, Rustic Italian and Sushi
 
Chief Stewardess: Kerry Allerton
 
Qualifications: STCW 95 fire fighting, sea survival and first aid.
Date joined: November 2000.
Kerry is our lone Brit and is a graduate of Modern Languages at Oxford University, having specialized in French and German. Her love of travel has taken her as far a field as South America, South Africa, Asia and Europe where she also spent time working. Add to this Kerrys extensive charter experience in the Caribbean, Mediterranean and Bahamas, her interest in world cultures, wine, food, new destinations and new friends and it is clear Kerry has found her niche in luxury hospitality.
 
Deckhand: Phil Barclay
 
Qualifications: Yachtmaster Offshore
Date joined: June 2001
Harry is our all-rounder on board. Having proved his competency on Deck, he is also a keen singer and musician, a great cook and loves all sporting activities. With a great record as a respected crew member on Noble House he is a hit with all guests, young and old.
 
Deckhand: Shannon Sandberg
 
Qualifications: Divemaster, STCW 95 fire fighting, sea survival and first aid.
Date joined: March 2003
Shannon is our Canadian representative, and previously worked on the sister-ship of the original Noble House (Trinity), "M/Y Lady Linda". A Sooner Alumnist, graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Shannon had a successful career in marketing/business development for Pepsi and Frito-Lay before bringing her skills to the domain of luxury hospitality. Shannon is an all-round sports enthusiast having played collegiate softball and soccer where she was a three time All-American. Shannon has recently added to her array of talents and achievements last year by completing her PADI Divemaster course.
 
Stewardess: Christina Gozzo
 
Qualifications: STCW 95 fire fighting, sea survival and first aid.
Date joined: January 2003
Chrissy is originally from Melbourne, Australia where she studied Psychology, although she has a Sicilian bloodline and considers the Mediterranean her second home. Her extensive background in the service industry, including several positions on busy charter yachts, and her bubbly nature make Chrissy an excellent Stewardess and a delight to know.
 
Stewardess: Suzan Westenberg
 
Qualifications: STCW 95 fire fighting, sea survival, and first aid.
Date joined: August 2001.
A hotel and catering graduate, Suzan joined Noble House from the yacht M/Y Pegaso, completing several charter seasons on board, before moving to New Zealand to help co-ordinate the new build project. Originally from Holland, Suzie speaks several languages (English, French, Flemish and German), and ran her own restaurant in Belgium before moving to boats. Forever smiling, Suzie is excited to be back on the water and welcoming guests on board once more.