Master Boat Licence
Practical, approachable NSW boat licence training at Woolwich and Brooklyn, with mobile group delivery. Theory and practical preparation to help people become more confident, capable boaters.
Explore Master Boat Licence ↗Sydney, Australia · Greg Urand
People.
Purpose.
Possibility.
Building businesses. Sharing knowledge. Connecting communities. A career shaped by people, practical experience and a belief in making a difference.
A life with direction
NEWS
On water & ashoreSince day one ↗
Leadership · Maritime · CommunityNSW, Australia
A common thread: helping people move forward
Business leaderMaritime trainerCommunity advocate
01 / About Greg
Experience is valuable.
Sharing it matters.
I’m Greg—a Sydney-based business leader, maritime trainer and community advocate who enjoys helping people find their confidence and take their next step.
My working life has taken me from executive leadership and sales management to training people on Sydney’s waterways. Along the way, I’ve led teams, built businesses and worked alongside volunteers who turn care for their community into action.
Today, those experiences come together through Master Boat Licence, the development of Master Maritime Training, and Check On Me. Each has a different purpose, but all centre on people: what they need, what they can achieve, and how we can help them get there.
Lead with people.Listen, support, develop
Make it practical.Experience into action
Give something back.Community at the centre
02 / My ventures
Different ventures.
A shared purpose.
Training, business and community connection. Here’s where I’m putting my experience and energy today.
Master Maritime Training
Developing a maritime training organisation with a focus on practical skills and industry experience. I’m leading the training preparation as CEO and Principal Trainer designate, with the RTO application in progress.
Ask about MMT ↗Check On Me
A free Australian community initiative being developed around consent-based check-ins and connection with trusted people. Because everyone deserves to know someone cares.
Discover Check On Me ↗Business & leadership
Executive experience across sales, operations, training and business development. A practical perspective on leading teams, building relationships and turning strategy into everyday action.
Explore my experience ↓03 / Experience
From the boardroom
to the boat ramp.
I’ve worked across technology, travel, training and marine operations. The setting changes; clear communication, sound judgement and trust remain essential.
Previous leadership roles include Exact Software APAC, CCH, Travelport, Holiday Wherehouse, William Green and The Alternative Board.
Business & sales leadership
Leading sales teams, developing reseller relationships and managing business operations. Experience at CEO, Managing Director and Sales Director level, with a focus on people and commercial outcomes.
Training & development
Making learning accessible, relevant and practical. From computer training and business development to helping new boaters understand their responsibilities and build skills on the water.
Maritime operations
Coxswain experience, commercial vessel operations and years of volunteer marine rescue service. An approved AMC marine radio invigilator, with a strong interest in boating safety and education.
Governance & community leadership
Experience leading volunteer organisations, supporting people and working with boards. A NSW Justice of the Peace, and a former chairperson of Riding for the Disabled Association NSW.
04 / Community
Showing up
for other people.
Community service has been a significant part of my life. It has taught me the value of steady leadership, teamwork and making time for others.
Whether on a rescue vessel, supporting volunteers or developing a new community initiative, I’m drawn to work that brings people together and makes a practical difference.
Marine Rescue Port Jackson
Six years as Unit Commander, within 14 years of Marine Rescue NSW service. Leading volunteers and supporting rescue operations on Sydney Harbour remains one of the most meaningful chapters of my working life.
Riding for the Disabled NSW
Supporting an organisation built around participation, opportunity and the contribution of dedicated volunteers. A further opportunity to bring business and community leadership together.
The most worthwhile work often starts with a simple question: how can I help?
05 / The journey
A career that
keeps moving.
Today
Building, teaching and connecting
Operating Master Boat Licence, developing Master Maritime Training and building Check On Me.
2024–2026
Business and community leadership
Executive sales leadership at William Green, alongside my term as chairperson of RDA NSW.
2017–2023
Leading on Sydney Harbour
Unit Commander at Marine Rescue Port Jackson, working with a dedicated team of volunteers.
Earlier chapters
Technology, travel and training
Executive and sales leadership across Australia and the Asia Pacific region, including software, travel and professional development.
06 / Let’s connect
A conversation is
a good place to start.
Interested in training, a business conversation or a community project? Get in touch and let’s see where it leads.
Email enquiries: hello@masterboatlicence.au · Sydney, NSW