Meet the crew
Jo's Professional Crew of 12 who live on board come from all over the world, and are led by 2 British Captains. With specialist skills in every area, they are always nearby to help you enjoy all the comforts and facilities you desire.
Ian Robertson Captain
Ian started his yachting career in 1987 aboard M.Y. Lazy Devil and enjoyed adventurous cruising on the Amazon and Orinoco rivers in South America. Since then, Ian has followed the more traditional yachting routes of the Mediterranean and Caribbean aboard Motor Yachts Virginian, Leander and Katrion. Ian and Bruce share the position of Captain, and when Ian is not on board, he can be found in his apartment in Barcelona, Spain, enjoying a glass of Rioja. Away from yachting; his other passions are golf, tennis and having hung up his Marathon shoes is now Kite Surfing.
Bruce Handyside Captain
Bruce started in yachting in 1996 completing his first trans-Atlantic on S.Y. Jasali. From Jasali, he moved up through the ranks working on yachts such as Samax and Faribana before taking command on M.Y. Blue Shadow C at the end of 2003. Bruce has extensive cruising experience in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Bahamas, Florida, Red Sea, and South East Asia. When Bruce is not on board, he spends time with his wife and two boys in Palma De Mallorca, Spain.
David Beltran Chef
David commenced his career as a Chef in 1986 working predominantly in Switzerland and France in restaurants such as Roger Verge’s ‘Moulin de Mougins‘, ‘The Palace Hotel‘ in St Moritz and ‘Grand Hotel‘ in Zurich. David joined the industry in 1996 working on M.Y. Blue Shadow C where he has remained for over 10 years. David’s dual nationality of Swiss and Spanish has given him a good grounding in International Cuisine and his varied repertoire extends to his own “Dr. Evils Hot Sauce”. David converses fluently in German, Spanish, French, Italian and English.
Remo Mayer First Mate
Remo has been 1st Officer on board JO for over 4 years now, although he also holds a Master's Class 4 license. He has extensive cruising experience in the Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas, as well as the United States, Mexico and Alaska. Remo enjoys diving and is a skilled carpenter by trade. Remo is extremely competitive on the tennis court and can be found tackling Captain Ian whenever the opportunity arises. He is fluent in both German and English.
Joshua Scrimshaw Bosun
Josh from an early age developed a passion for the sea even his surname evokes images of a great nautical character. Having started sailing at the age of six and then continuing on to compete competitively, Josh then qualified as a sailing, windsurfing and kite surfing instructor. Josh's land based qualification is a BSC in Sports Science but is now following a career in yachting, having just passed his AEC (Auxiliary Engineers Certificate) and is on course to complete his Yacht master soon. Prior to working on JO, Josh worked in Egypt, Greece and Wales as a Kite and Windsurf instructor.
Andrea Giuliano Deckhand
Andrea was born and raised in South Africa but as his name suggests is certainly Italian. Before he started to work on boats he worked in the Diamond & Jewelers industry. Andrea joined JO in October and this is his first position on a large motor yacht having previously worked on a smaller yacht in the Summer cruising his beloved Italy. Aside from his love of the sea, Andrea is a keen golfer reputedly playing off 3!
Dave East Deckhand
Dave recently joined JO in October 2011 prior to this Dave worked in the leisure and sports recreation industries in Wales, including the National Watersports Centre for Wales. At this Centre Dave taught many watersports and also RYA courses. Away from the sea Dave is a passionate snow skier having also worked in the French Alps. Practically minded and skilled Dave restored a 200 year Welsh mountain cottage a few years ago.
Roger Camp Chief Engineer
Roger has been engineering in the yachting industry for 20 years, seven years of which he has spent on board Jo. He is a diesel mechanic by trade and holds a Class 1 Engineers Yachting License. When he is not tinkering in the engine room, he spends his time at home with his wife, son and twin daughters in Tweed Heads, Australia. Roger shares his role with Peter on a two month rotational basis.
Peter GosbellChief Engineer
Born in the Pacific Island country of Papua New Guinea, Peter grew up with the sea on his doorstep. He has been involved in yachting since 1993 and has enjoyed cruising interesting regions such as Antarctica, Patagonia, Galapagos Islands and Southern Russia. Originally trained as a Diesel Mechanic with Caterpillar Australia, Peter now holds a U.K Class 2/Y1 Chief Engineer's license and joined M.Y. JO as a rotational Chief Engineer. During his leave, Pete will either be found renovating his newly acquired property in the South of France, travelling or hiking and skiing in the Alps.
Fin SomervilleSecond Engineer
Fin was born and raised in Scotland. Prior to bringing his engineering skills to yachting Fin worked at the Mclaren factory in Woking and involved in the construction of the Mclaren SLR. Fin has now been working on yachts for over 4 years, this is his first position on a motor yacht having recently acquiring his Class 4 engineers license Prior to JO he worked on the sail yachts Bushido and Maria Alba. He likes travelling, photography, reading and wakeboarding.
Silvia OberbichlerChief Stewardess
Silvia joined Jo over 3 years ago. Her introduction to the nautical life following completion of a 3 year diploma with the Austrian School of Tourism led her on a World Cruise on board the QE2. Silvia just completed the wine course Level 1 and 2 from VSF. She also enjoys hiking and she is a keen Kite-surfer having completed her training in Namibia whilst travelling through Africa. She also enjoys skiing & snowboarding and listening to her favourite tunes.
Marie Jose ManderslootStewardess
Marie has recently been promoted as 2nd Stewardess, grew up in the Dutch countryside but her business desire led her to Amsterdam and University In Holland, achieving a diploma in Tourism and Management and a BA in Economics .Having spent the last couple of years as a property manager in Palma de Mallorca she learnt Spanish adding to her fluent English, German and Dutch. Before she joined JO, Marie worked on M.Y. Asteria. In her free time Marie interests include photography, reading books, podcasts and art.
Nadine LivraghiStewardess
Nadine was born in the heart of Tuscany but moved to Palma de Mallorca at the age of 6. She speaks Italian, Spanish, English, French and a little bit of German. Prior to working on yachts Nadine was an airline stewardess but has adjusted well to the more leisurely speed having just enjoyed her first Atlantic crossing. Nadine previously worked on the yachts La Mirage and Enigma. She loves Photography and going to the beach with a good book.
Julie-AnneStewardess
Julie-Anne is the newest member of "JO", and has been in the service and hospitality industry for a year now. Before she started in yachting she was working as a Kinesiology's in Canada. Julie has also worked in Japan teaching children English. This summer she is entered in to the Mongol rally race, driving from London to Mongolia whilst a great adventure is also raising money for charity. In her spare time she loves to do all kind of sport activities to keep her body and soul fit.