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• Get A Job On A Yacht With No Experience

Are you looking for yacht jobs but have no experience? No problem!

We’re not saying it will be as easy for you as it would be for a more experienced person, but there are still loads of opportunities if you know where – and how – to look for them.

Entry-level roles on a yacht are typically the best place to start

It goes without saying that you won’t get a job as a yacht captain if you’ve never worked on a yacht! You’ll need to set your sights a little lower at first, even if a captaincy is your eventual goal.

But don’t despair; you can still get yacht jobs with no experience – if you know how to go about it! The best place to start for most people is with an entry-level position. This most often means going for a job as a Deckhand or Stewardess.

We’d love to tell you that opportunities are blind to gender – they are supposed to be, after all – but in reality, females are far more likely to be hired as Stewardesses, and males as Deckhands.

This isn’t universal though, so once you have a job on board and have proven your value and reliability, it is easier to shift to a different position that is more in line with the career path you want.

If more senior crew members see your skills and aptitude for a different position, you’re way more likely to get it than if you demand a certain position right from the start.

Read on to discover our top tips for securing yacht jobs with no experience…

13 top tips on how to get yacht jobs with no experience:

1. gain an edge through qualifications.

Qualifications show more than just the skills they certify.

By stacking up a bunch of qualifications on your CV, you show commitment to the industry and a willingness to learn all you can, that is very impressive to a potential employer. Among the qualifications, you should start with are the STCW & ENG1 Medical.

STCW stands for ‘Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping’ and STCW Basic Safety Training is a requirement for anyone who wants to work on a commercial ship – and that includes superyachts. You are required to refresh your fire fighting and Sea Survival qualifications every five years, if you are employed then the Superyacht will pay for any refresher courses.

ENG1 Medical is another mandatory certificate you’ll need to have before you can work on a commercial vessel. The ENG1 medical certifies that you are medically fit and free from any conditions that could prevent you from performing the regular duties that may be required of you.

It also reduces the chances that a medical emergency will happen when out at sea, far from hospitals and doctors. The ENG1 can usually be arranged through an MCA approved doctor, it can’t be completed by your GP. The medical can be arranged within two weeks or less, lasts for two years, and costs around £115.

2. Get all the qualifications in one place

Take our Deckhand or Steward/ess Courses ; both provide all the qualifications (minus the ENG1 medical). These types of courses are an invaluable part of how to get into yachting, and even more important to getting yacht jobs with no experience.

Having taken one or more of these not only shows that you are committed, but it assures the potential employer that you have a pretty good idea of what to expect, even if you’ve never worked aboard a yacht before.

Fewer unpleasant surprises for you means fewer unpleasant surprises for your employer – and that’s great!

3. Have the right attitude

Most employers are willing to train their crew members . In fact, many employers prefer this, as they can ensure that the people they are taking on board don’t have bad habits that have to be overcome.

What they demand, however, is the right kind of attitude. These vary, but you’ll recognise them.

4. Embrace the willingness to learn

Go into every situation with an eye for something you can learn.

If you take on a new piece of information even once each day, this will cumulate into a wide and deep knowledge of your duties, the industry, the yacht you’re on, and the people you’re there to look after.

By being willing to learn, you let a potential employer know that they can get your positive experience and attributes, and add knowledge and experience to them over time. If they get the impression that you think you know it all already, they won’t take the risk on you.

5. Follow directions

Train yourself to listen carefully, listen actively, and to remember the detail. Picture actions in your head as you are being given directions.

Imagine yourself doing the actions you’re being told to do. Once you are on your own to fulfill them, you’re more likely to remember and to do the job properly.

A potential employer won’t mind so much that you’re going for a job on a yacht with no experience if he or she is confident that you will put the experience you do get to good use.

6. Know your place

It sounds a bit outdated, but there is a strong hierarchy on most sea vessels , and yachts are seldom an exception.

You will be an employee there. You don’t have to put up with abuse, but you are not going to be treated the same as the owner, the client, guests – or even more senior crew members.

By accepting that your job is to make the clients feel special and valued, and to ensure the other crewmembers that you are there to be part of a team, you show that you understand the dynamic, and won’t make any serious gaffs.

Taking pride in the service provided is perhaps rare nowadays, but with the right attitude, it is very satisfying.

Show yourself to be a high-quality provider of confident service and respect, and you’ll be perceived as a valuable asset aboard the yacht.

Perhaps even more important than respect and reasonable humility is safety.

Having fun and being silly has its place, but that place is not at your interview, nor during your trial period, nor anytime that you are not 100% certain that it is within the bounds of expected behaviour.

Likewise, by displaying your knowledge of safe behaviour, you give your potential employer less to worry about. On the contrary, you’ll give off the air of being a dependable crewmember – and that’s worth a lot to a crew!

8. Be courteous

There are a lot of things that are not against the rules, but are also not the right thing to do.

There isn’t a list of them, and you won’t find a book on them, but you probably have a good idea of most of them anyway. As a rule of thumb, act toward the owner, the vessel and the crew the way you would want to be treated in each position:

• How would you want your crew to dress and to act?
• If you were the captain, what kind of response would you want to a request or an order?
• If you were the owner, how would you want the crew to address you?

When you know expectations more specifically – like the owner wants to be referred to by a formal title such as ‘your excellency’ or something similar – then you act accordingly.

Until then, do your best. Take any mistakes as learning opportunities. When in doubt, lean toward the more formal, the more courteous, and the more conservative.

This is advisable for informal meetings, job interviews , trial periods and the job in general.

9. Be professional

This term is popular, but difficult to define.

The best way to think about it is as a combination of those things we mentioned above. Be quick to learn, attentive to instructions, aware of and compliant with safety regulations and practices, and always be courteous and respectful of those you work for and with.

A more difficult part of this is to take pride in what you do, and to respect your own position, however humble it may seem in the company of captains and owners and guests. You can expect to be treated with normal human respect, not to be abused, and to be given room to learn how to do your job better.

In most cases, professional behaviour will be met with a respectful response.

10. Have the right CV

If you’re still referring to your CV as if it is one, static thing, then this is one of those learning opportunities. In reality, your CV should be almost as varied as the positions you’re applying for.

It all has to be true of course, or you’re setting yourself up for grief and failure – but a properly crafted CV will put your name at the top of the ‘possible hires’ list… and that’s what will get you your interview or trial period.

Tailor your CV to suit the position on offer. Be truthful, but highlight the things that fit what they’re looking for. Is the yacht in a very hot climate?

Show experience working or living in very high temperatures. Are you likely to be offshore for weeks at a time? Express your desire for adventure and challenge.

Always include other languages spoken, international travel, hospitality or mechanical skills, and of course any experience you’ve had on boats or ships in the past.

Look for keywords in the job description and – tactfully – add them to your CV. For example, if the advert states that it’s looking for ‘responsible’ crew, then highlight positions of responsibility you’ve had in the past.

It can be anything from childcare to responsibility closing a shop in the evenings or opening it in the mornings.

Most of all, make sure each of the advert’s ‘must-haves’ are covered. If you are missing any of them, highlight the lack but explain why another attribute makes up for it and that you are quick to learn.

If there is also an ‘also beneficial’ section, cover those too. If you skilfully tailor your CV to each job, you will show yourself to be the one they’ve been looking for all along.

11. Go to the right marina

If you picture yourself in crisp whites, striding the polished deck of a superyacht, don’t look for work at a narrow boat marina. Go where the yachts are.

You probably won’t get a position on a superyacht for your first gig, but you’ll want something similar.

Look for ocean-going experience in the luxury sector. You may need to start on the small end of the spectrum, but make sure you’re on the right spectrum!

If you can, get out to the fancy marinas and make yourself known (in a good way). In other words: network.

12. Network and get your name out there

Any time you can become known to people in the industry – from deckhands and stewardesses to captains and billionaires – you should take the opportunity to do so.

Shake hands, smile, show yourself to be clean, tidy and in possession of the right air and attitude.

Join Facebook groups of people who work in the industry. Make sure your Social Media presence is positive and that you don’t get caught up in criticising or complaining about those you want to hire (and pay) you.

Your social media should reflect all the things a prospective employer might like. In this day and age, it is very likely they will look at your profile before offering you a job.

Look for related job fairs as well; contact yacht crew agencies such as YPI Crew and Insignia Crew, or through your training centre like Flying Fish who have contacts in the industry. We take students to Antibes to find work .

13. Be flexible and willing to start anytime

The key to getting a job on yacht with no experience is to be focused on the experience – not the pay or even the type of job.

If you have a chance to get someday work, you gain items to add to your custom CV. Add a few of these and suddenly you aren’t the one with no experience anymore. A few good showings as a temporary crew can mean you’re the first one an employer calls when there is a vacancy to fill.

This willingness shows a serious drive to be a part of the industry – not simply a drive to earn some cash doing any old job. That’s the kind of person prospective employers are looking for.

Ready to find your first Superyacht job?

All the above tips should give you a solid starting point from which to search for yacht jobs with no experience! You should also download our guide to finding and thriving in your first Superyacht job below.

The next step is to complete your Superyacht training! Simply get in touch to book your place on our Superyacht Deckhand course or Superyacht Stewardess course today.

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• Current Vacancies

Service Stewardess

Interior / Permanent

Posted By Cobie Brasher

Posted Date Thu 15 Aug 2024

Closing Date Thu 29 Aug 2024

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Description

• Med based 90m yacht
• Experience: At least 6 months on 50m+ in a service position
• 60 Days leave
• Salary 3500-4000 EUR DOE

Spa/Housekeeper

• 70% Housekeeping, 30% Spa during guest trips
• Experienced in Massage, Facials, manicures, pedicures and ideally hair stylist
• At least 1+ year on yachts
• 60 days leave
• Salary 5000 EUR

Chief Officer – 45m

Deck / Permanent

Posted By Tom Rose

Closing Date Sun 06 Oct 2024

• 45m Private US/Bahamas based motor yacht are looking for a 1st officer to join them as soon as possible, ideally within the next 2 weeks!

• OOW 3000 required as a minimum along with solid experience running a small team and good navigational/watch keeping experience

• Fantastic owner who uses the yacht around 4 months of the year with his family where they run with a relaxed working environment – This is not a party boat!

• The boat is currently US based and will cruise between Florida, the Caribbean, and Bahamas for the foreseeable

• Working alongside an excellent captain on a well-established program along with amazing owners who appreciate and reward longevity and hard work

• The owners enjoy fishing and diving so an interest in these areas would be advantageous, and a good knowledge of watersports set ups

• The role will be split between bridge and deck assisting the captain with bridge duties but also with a presence on deck overseeing a deck team of 3. They run with a Bosun and 2 deckhands on deck

• On offer is a fantastic and very generous salary of circa 9000 USD, 90 days leave (non-rotational, to be taken as and when), return flights & extensive medical package/insurance

Deckhand – 70m Private / Charter – Dual Season

Posted By Bekah Edenbrow

Posted Date Wed 14 Aug 2024

Closing Date Wed 28 Aug 2024

•    A 70m Private / Charter is looking for an experienced Deckhand to join them by the 1st of September.

•    This is an excellent opportunity to join a new-build vessel with an exciting dual-season itinerary and fantastic HOD's.

•    The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 years’ experience on a vessel over 50m, having your YMO in hand would also be appealing but not essential.

•    Any other additional skills such as Videography / Drone Pilot or Carpentry would hugely support your application.

•    There is an excellent crew culture onboard along with a healthy budget for crew activities. The crew are all active and social with a fantastic dynamic throughout!

•    You must have your B1B2 visa in hand to be considered. 

•    A very generous package on offer with a salary of €3,400 alongside a 4:2 rotation and discretionary bonuses. 

Temporary ETO – 100m+ – 6-8 weeks

Engineer / Contract

Posted By Alice Hay

We're working with a 100m+ yacht who are looking for a temporary ETO to join their crew to cover extended leave. 

• ETO CoC is a preference but not a requirement. 
• You must have prior experience on board larger 80m+ yachts as ETO / AVIT to be considered. 
• The contract will run for roughly 6 – 8 weeks. 
• Start date is the 1st of September. 
• Day rate is between €230 – €300 depending on experience. 

Deckhand – 60m Private / Charter – Dual Season

Posted Date Tue 13 Aug 2024

Closing Date Tue 27 Aug 2024

• A 60m Private/Charter yacht is looking for a Deckhand to join them by the end of September.

• The vessel is both Med and Caribbean Cruising with both seasons being busy with a mixture of private and charter usage.

• This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-known charter yacht with a big presence in the charter market and a fantastic reputation within the industry.

• The vessel has an excellent crew culture, led by a solid and experienced senior team alongside a lovely owner.

• The ideal candidate will have at least 1 years’ experience on a vessel over 50m+ and have shown longevity in their previous position.

• You must have your Yacht Rating and B1B2 visa in hand to be considered

• On offer is a salary of €3,000 and a 5:1 rotation. There is also a discretionary 13th month bonus, along with an equal split of tips.

Rotational Chief Engineer – 50m+ – Single season

Engineer / Permanent

We're working with a Northern European build 50m+ yacht who are looking for a chief engineer to join them.

• The yacht has a busy single season in the Med, used privately. During winter, the yacht will be based in Barcelona for maintenance periods. Due a 5 year survey next winter in initial build shipyard. 
• The yacht is maintained to a very high standard and is in good shape, build chief still on board. 
• The position requires a minimum Y2 or SV Chief 9000kW ticket. 
• You will ideally have prior chief engineer experience, however, they will consider a candidate looking for their first chief role if you have considerable experience running an engine room, plus longevity in previous roles. 
• Salary is €8,500 + discretionary bonus. 
• Rotational – 2:2. 
• Start date is 20th September. 
• Single cabin. 
• NO visible tattoos – this is a non-negotiable. 

Temporary 3rd Engineer – 60m+ – Maintenance & Atlantic crossing

We're working with a 60m+ yacht who are looking for a temporary 3rd engineer. 

• You will join the yacht for a yard period to complete warranty works, followed by an Atlantic crossing to the Caribbean along with the chief and 2nd engineer. 
• Lovely team and great captains. 
• You  must  have a minimum Engine Room Watch Rating certificate, if you hold your EOOW Unlimited ticket this will be seen as an advantage. AEC2 qualifications will not be considered. 
• The position requires prior yacht experience as you will be expected to be hands on and hit the ground running. 
• The contract will run for roughly 6-8 weeks. 
• Starting early September. 
• Salary is a day rate of €175. 

Dubai House/Estate Manager (Couples role potential)

Private Residence / Permanent

Posted By Phil Clark

Have you ever thought about transitioning your career, to a Land Based role?

Could you take the exceptional Yacht standards of service, and apply them to a Private Residence?

Does the 'draw' of living in Dubai (Emirates Hills, to be precise) appeal?

If so I would love to hear from you! ASAP!!!!

I'm looking for TWO HoDs;

Front of House – dining (both family and formal), residential, rooms (managing 2-4 staff), kitchen liaison (2 chefs)

Estate management; maintenance, plant, machinery, pool, grounds (managing 2-4 staff), dealing with contractors, arranging concierge requirements/transportation

This is a newly finished 6-bedroom villa; the primary residence for the Principal, wife, and young child. They like to entertain and you will be equally comfortable servicing the family requirements, as you will ensuring that Prime Ministers, Heads of State & Royalty feel equally well looked after.

The ideal scenario would be a couple; A Chief Stew with experience of Superyacht Interior management, and a First/Chief Superyacht Officer with a good mechanical and practical 'brain'.

Both need to be super organised, and able at short notice to handle the additional demands of welcoming guests at very short notice.

Flights, accommodation, vehicle etc all offered – as is a tax free salary and the opportunity to live and work in one of the most exciting places on the planet!

Chief Officer – 80M – Dual season

Posted Date Mon 12 Aug 2024

Closing Date Sun 08 Sep 2024

• 80m Dual season Private/Charter yacht are looking for a Chief Officer to join them within the next 2-4 weeks
• CM3000 minimum, ideally working towards Master 3000
• Solid longevity and experience on yachts over 50m required backed by great references
• Busy boat, you need to be prepared to work outside leading the operations and training the team, able to jump in tenders and be adaptable!
• Med/Caribbean cruising – mixture of Private/Charter usage
• Excellent captain and longstanding deck team, potential to gain additional responsibility and drive time for the right candidate
• Package includes industry standard salary, time for time rotation – full package TBD with agent on initial calls

Posted By Caroline Clarke

Closing Date Mon 28 Oct 2024

Chief Stew required for 90m MY 

• We are looking for a very experienced Chief Stew to join this 90m MY 
• This yard is undergoing a huge refit and so the successful candidate will have solid Chief Stew experience as well as either yard or build experience 
• The yacht offers a fantastic package with a 2:2 rotation as well as land based accommodation, crew car etc 
• Fantastic yacht & crew 
• Whilst your role as HOD is very important, we would like to find someone that has a passion for yachting and is fun to work with! This is an exciting project to be a part of 
• Start October – your first swing will see you work with the other Chief on board, a great opportunity to learnt the yacht as well as any other intricacies 
• The role will be predominantly office based and will see you starting over all admin, Stew bible, SOPs etc! 
• Salary DOE 8-9K USD
• 2:2 – Business flights

Rotational Chief Engineer – 55m+ – Dual season

Closing Date Mon 26 Aug 2024

We're working with a 55m+ Northern European build yacht who are looking for a chief engineer to join them. 

• Dual season yacht – used both privately and for charters. 
• There is a minimum Y1, SV Chief 9000kW or Chief Unlimited ticket requirement. 
• You must have prior yacht experience to be eligible for this role. They will also consider an experienced 1st or 2nd engineer with the right ticket who is looking for their first chief role. 
• Salary is $9,900 to start, with a yearly annual increase. Plus 13th month bonus. 
• Start date is by 10th September. 

Experienced Stew

Posted Date Fri 09 Aug 2024

Closing Date Tue 24 Sep 2024

Experienced Stew / 3rd Stew required for 60+m MY 

• We are looking for an experienced Stew to join this fantastic, beautiful yacht as their 3rd Stew / Relief 2nd Stew 
• Candidates will have a couple of solid years experience on board yachts, showing longevity in their previous roles. 
• You will be 3rd Stew and then step into t he 2nd Stew role for 3 months of the year 
• Private & charter yacht that has completed 7 weeks of charter this summer and will be doing MYS as well as FLIBS before being available for charter 
• Amazing crew & the yacht has excellent longevity amongst all departments 
• We would love to find someone that is creative and great with cocktails! 
• Start – ideally mid September 
• Salary DOE 3500-4000 EURO 
• 3:1 rotation 

Rotational AVIT Officer – 80m+ – Private & Charter

Closing Date Wed 21 Aug 2024

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an AVIT officer to join an 80m+ Northern European build, on a rotational basis. 

• The yacht is dual season, private and charter – heavily used with regular charters booked, great tip earning potential. 
• You must be a team player, sociable, proactive and positive. 
• You  must  have prior experience as AVIT officer on board yachts to be considered. 
• The rotation is 10 weeks on / off.
• Salary is €7,000 – €8000 depending on experience. 
• Start date is 26thth September. 

Nurse/Housekeeper

Closing Date Fri 23 Aug 2024

• Nurse Qualification

At least 6 months experience in yachting

70% Housekeeping 30% Nurse Duties

100m+ New Build

2:2 Rotation 

€ 5000 p/m

Posted Date Thu 08 Aug 2024

Closing Date Thu 22 Aug 2024

• 70m+, worldwide cruising
• Massage & Beauty Experience 
• ASAP start date
• 90 Days leave
• € 4000 – 4500 DOE

Lead HK Stew

Closing Date Sun 01 Sep 2024

Lead HK required for 70+m MY 

• We are looking for an experienced Lead HK to join this busy private MY 
• Candidates will have 2-3 years experience on board yachts and have a real passion regarding HK
• This role won't be service based 
• Dual season yacht with great Chief Stews and Captains 
• Lovely crew, supportive and everyone gets on. Great crew gym
• Hierarchy is Chief Stew, 2nd Stew, Lead HK, Stews 
• 4000 EURO 
• 13th month & good training package 

3rd Engineer – 85m+ SY – 2:1 rotation

Posted Date Wed 07 Aug 2024

We're working with an 85m+ SY who are looking for a 3rd engineer to join their team.

• Dual season itinerary (private) – usually Med / Caribbean but potential to go off the beaten track over the next two years. 
• Fantastic crew longevity on board, lovely owners with a good budget for the yacht. 
• You must hold an EOOW Unlimited ticket or equivalent. They are happy to consider candidates coming from a commercial background, but not straight from a cadetship.
• Salary is €4750, rising to €5,000 following three months on board. Plus a longevity bonus (starting from year one). 
• The rotation is 2:1. 
• Start date 1st September. 

Captain – 45m Dual Season – Full Time

Posted By Simon Ladbrooke

• We are looking for a captain to operate two motor yachts between 45-50m in length.
• One yacht is based in the Mediterranean, the other in the Caribbean and the captain will work between the two.
• There's a mixture of private use and charter. 
• You must hold an MCA Master 500 licence as minimum, and hold a valid B1/B2 visa.
• Cruising knowledge of the Mediterranean and Caribbean as captain is essential.
• A good salary is offered with 90 days annual leave.
• A strong senior deck team is in place to maintain each vessel in the captain's absence.
• This is a busy programme that will suit an energetic captain who is flexible, and happy to work in various locations.
• Start date is the 30th September.
• Please apply only via the Quay Crew website. 

ETO / AVIT – 75m+ – New build

Excellent opportunity for an experienced ETO / AVIT to join a 75m+ Northern European build that will launch in the first quarter of 2025.

• ETO CoC is not required but would be looked upon favourably. The position will require AVIT experience as well.
• You do not have to have build experience to be considered for this position, however, it does require prior yacht experience on a similar size or larger yacht as ETO / AVIT. 
• You will join a friendly team who are looking for positive and outgoing team players. 
• 38 days leave during the build, this will move to a 2/2 rotation after launch.
• $8,000 – $9,500 depending on experience. 
• Accommodation near the shipyard and daily food allowance is provided. 
• Worldwide itinerary after launch.
• Start date flexible but ideally towards the mid – end of September. 

Posted Date Tue 06 Aug 2024

Closing Date Fri 30 Aug 2024

Stew required for 55m new build yacht! 

• We are looking for a lovely Stew to join this 55m new build yacht 
• You will be joining the yacht just prior to delivery, an exciting time to be a part of this lovely program 
• The current crew are a fun bunch that are active, in to water-sports, diving, surfing etc and we would love to find a like minded Stew! Being brilliant at the aforementioned isn't important but we would love to find someone keen to give it all a go! 
• Ideally candidates will have a years experience on board yachts 
• You will work in a team of 4 and rotate through all interior departments 
• The yacht will be delivered and then will head to the US/Caribbean – a B1 would be great but not a deal breaker 
• Fantastic Captain & crew on board 
• Wonderful package 
• 3500 EURO 

Head Chef – 2:2 Rotation – Busy Private / Charter Yacht

Galley / Permanent

Posted By Jasmin Gosling

Posted Date Mon 05 Aug 2024

Closing Date Mon 19 Aug 2024

Head Chef required for a lovely 80m + dual season private/charter motor yacht.  

-We are looking for an organised and efficient Head Chef with previous experience on similar-sized vessels. You will be responsible for the running of the galley as well as managing the team, made up of 2 rotational Sous Chefs and a Crew Chef, all whilst liaising with the other rotational Head Chef. This vessel is a busy charter program so it is important that you have previous experience with charters, likewise, knowledge of the American market and clientele will be advantageous. 

-The successful candidate will be diverse in cuisine styles, great with admin and have experience of managing a similar-sized galley team. You will also ideally have a restaurant background. 

-Wonderful Captains, Sous Chefs and Crew Chef onboard who are all highly experienced, with a tight-knit wider crew as well.

-Must have a B1B2 visa in hand and Schengen if applicable.  

-Salary 9,000 dollars per month. They have historically done very well with tips in the past too. 

-Start date will be flexible depending on availability but will ideally be within the next few months. 

-2:2 rotation on offer.

Rotational AVIT / ETO – 100m+ – Heavy Charter

We're working with a fantastic 100m+ yacht who are looking for a rotational AVIT Officer / ETO to join their crew.

• Busy, dual season yacht with a heavy charter focus. 
• You must hold an EOOW Unlimited ticket to be considered for this position under manning requirements for the yacht. 
• They are looking for someone with strong AV / IT knowledge and experience who also has the commercial background and ticket. Ideally a commercial engineer who has solid and proven experience with AVIT and electrical work as part of previous roles on yachts (80m+). 
• The position is a 10 week on/off rotation. 
• Salary is circa €7,000 – €7,500 (depending on experience) + excellent level of tips split equally between you and your rotational partner. 
• Start date is mid October. 

Rotational Chief Engineer – 50m – Single Season

We're working with a 50m yacht who are looking for a rotational chief engineer to join their crew.

• The yacht is single season Med based, but used regularly throughout the summer with maintenance periods in between, so you will be busy! 
• Minimum EOOW Unlimited, Y3 or SV Chief 3000kW ticket is required for this role. 
• You must have a minimum of two years experience in a chief engineer position on 40m+ yachts to be considered. 
• They are looking for someone without an ego, a good communicator and team player. 
• Salary is €8000 depending on experience.
• Rotational: 2:2. 
• Start date is in October. 

2nd Officer – 70m – Private/Charter

Posted Date Fri 26 Jul 2024

Closing Date Mon 02 Sep 2024

• 70m Dual Season Busy Private/Charter are seeking a 2 nd officer to join them at the end of August ready to hand over and hit the ground running!
• This is a fantastic long-standing client of ours that we work closely with, they run with a great longstanding senior team and are a well run program with high standards
• They are looking for a 2 nd officer holding minimum OOW 3000. You must have experience with ISM and solid navigational experience. They are willing to teach and have a fantastic training ethos onboard but need someone who is switched on and able to integrate seamlessly into the team
• The boats runs a mixture of Private and charter use but majority of usage is charter and they are well known within the market and busy both seasons – Med/Caribbean cruising
• They are looking for someone with high standards, excellent leadership skills, character and personality is key and preferably experience with charters
• You will be the safety officer onboard and responsible for running crew safety drills
• Solid water sports experience, confident launching and recovering tenders and willing to get stuck in when needed. They do run with a Bosun, and your time will be split between bridge and deck overseeing the operations
• The crew are all active, enjoy spending time together and are sporty – this is not a party boat or crew
• On offer is a package of 5000-5500 Euros, time for time rotation, even split of tips, 13 th month discretionary bonus and a solid training budget

Temp OOW/2nd Officer

Posted Date Thu 25 Jul 2024

Closing Date Tue 01 Oct 2024

• 70m Support yacht are looking for a temporary OOW/2 nd officer to join them 23rd September for an Atlantic crossing
• Joining in the Med, duration will be for 3-4 weeks depending on crossing and yacht plans once arrived in the USA
• Must have OOW 3000 in hand, experienced with watch keeping and navigation and confident on deck and willing to get stuck in!
• Fantastic team, superb senior officers and very nice crew dynamics onboard
• B1/B2 essential as will be crossing into Miami, Florida
• Salary TBC but will be above industry standard, flights to and from the yacht will be covered and leave accrued will be paid out at end of contract

2nd Officer – World cruising – Rotational

• 70m Private World cruising yacht are looking for an experienced 2 nd officer holding CM unlimited to join them around the end of September
• This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting program with extensive crew longevity and with the potential to progress and move within the program over time
• The role itself will include both 2 nd officer and Chief officer duties, stepping up and stepping down during rotations
• The ideal candidate will have a solid yachting background but also hold their CM unlimited to allow them to step up and grow within the program
• The itinerary is very exciting with extensive cruising and off the beaten track destinations – full details TBD during initial calls
• Previous experience with ISM, ISPS, GMDSS essential along with good navigational and watch keeping experience
• Additional experience with Ice Navigation and large crane ops and operation of large tenders would be advantageous
• As mentioned, the role will include stepping up to Chief officer and stepping back down during rotations. There is also a strong potential to step up to Chief full time down the line allowing someone the opportunity to grow
• Interest and or Diving qualifications would be advantageous but not essential
• The yacht runs a very family orientated dynamic with lots of social events, character and personality is key!
• On offer is a salary of 8000-9000 USD DOE, time for time rotation (8 weeks on 8 weeks off) along with a very solid training budget and yearly salary increases and rewards based on performance – full details to be discussed during initial call with agent

Interior Manager

Posted Date Wed 24 Jul 2024

Closing Date Mon 23 Sep 2024

Senior Interior Manager required for 100+m MY 

• We are looking for a very experienced Chief Stew/Interior Manager to join this 100m+ yacht as the Senior Interior Manager. 
• Candidates will have experience on board 90+m yachts and be experienced in the Management side of things as opposed to being directly hands on with everything!
• Beautiful yacht with a super itinerary! World cruising! 
• Start date mid/end September 
• Lovely owners and good longevity to date, the yacht is only a couple of years old
• Private 
• Longevity on previous yachts is absolutely essential 
• Open to male or female candidates 
• Salary DOE – excellent package on offer for the right person 
• 10:10 rotation

Posted Date Tue 23 Jul 2024

Closing Date Thu 05 Sep 2024

HOH required for 80m MY 

• Rotational role offering 10:10
• Excellent package on offer
• Start September
• Yacht is currently in the Med with winter plans also in the Med
• Summer 2025 likely move in to the charter market
• Candidates will have excellent HOH experience, solid longevity and of course, very good refs! 
• Working in an excellent interior team and with lovely Chief Stews
• Large HK team to manage so prior experience on something 70+m is essential 
• Salary 4500 EURO & 13th month 

Posted Date Sat 13 Jul 2024

Chief Stew required for 70+m MY 

• We are looking for an excellent Chief Stew to join this beautiful 70m new yacht 
• Candidates will have solid Chief Stew experience, good longevity and excellent refs
• Start date is early September 
• Dual season yacht with charters booked and owner trips 
• Charter experience will be a bonus and a candidate that excels in the creative side of things is a must! 
• Lovely crew and opposite Chief Stew 
• Great owners that offer excellent working packages 
• Salary 8000 EURO 
• Very good bonus scheme rewarding longevity

Deckhand/OOW – 90m World Cruising yacht

Posted Date Mon 24 Jun 2024

• 90m World Cruising Private Motor yacht is looking for a Deck/OOW to join them ASAP – ideally this weekend or early next week

• MUST hold B1/B2 Visa

• Fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified OOW unlimited to break into the industry!

• They will consider someone from a commercial background who has recently qualified and looking to get their foot in the door and happy to learn the deck position whilst getting exposure to the bridge with watches as your progress and prove yourself

• This is a mostly deck based role, you need to be keen to learn, ready to get stuck in and driven to build a long-standing career in the industry but will gain extensive navigational/bridge time

• Additional skillsets or backgrounds in water sports, hospitality or having grown up around the ocean would be a good addition

• You need to be well presented, a hard worker and a team player able to gel with the current deck team

• The yacht will teach you and guide you as you progress and allow you to gain navigational experience and watches in the bridge over time

• Interesting and varied itinerary which includes Alaska and Tahiti! • On offer is a salary of 3800 USD, 60 Days leave – full package TBD during initial calls

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Junior Deckhand - Europe

Burgess recruitment is currently seeking a Junior Deckhand for a  70m private yacht

Requirements:

6 months experience on similar size vessel

Watersports experience a plus

Extra languages beneficial, not essential

Start date: ASAP Location: Europe Salary: EUR DOE Leave:3:1

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Burgess are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Port Adriano, Local A.2.1, Calvià, Mallorca, 07180 Spain

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How to Work on a Superyacht, with no Experience

Working in the superyacht industry looks like the dream job, right? But, how do you get started with no work experience? With over 12 years in the industry, interviewing and hiring countless candidates across various positions, we know first hand what information you require to get your first real crew job on a superyacht. In this post we highlight some of the features of our “Beginners Guide to Yachting” Ebook which explains all you need to know from how to get your CV yacht perfect, typical daily stewardess or deckhand duties, how to find day wo rk, and more.

What kinds of entry level positions could I apply for? 

The two most common entry level positions on yachts are stewardess and deckhand jobs. These are both junior ranks whose primary concern is to keep the guests happy and ensure the interior and exterior are kept immaculately clean.

What previous experience is useful when looking for a job on a yacht?

While working on a yacht is certainly different to any land-based career, there are a few land-based jobs that would have equipped you with skills useful on a vessel.  Jobs that may be useful include: 

• Hospitality-related jobs
• Waiting tables in a high-end restaurant 
• Child care or au pairing 
• Carpentry 
• Sports or diving instructor 

If you have already completed some form or degree or diploma in engineering or mechanics, this is also considered a huge plus. 

Are there specific qualifications I need? 

Yes. You will need an STCW 10 certificate to understand basic safety protocols, as well as an ENG1 Medical Certificate to prove that your health is in good enough shape to join a vessel. Get Onboard Superyacht Academy offers complete STCW and ENG1 training in Cape Town, South Africa. These are the only compulsory documents needed, but if you are interested in a specific role, we offer specialised courses to equip you for these. 

How do I get my first job on a yacht?

Once you are qualified, follow these steps: 

• Construct a CV. Be sure to include all relevant information and documents, as well as a friendly, yet professional photo of yourself. Download our free template for a starting point. 
• Pick a location to start. Antibes in France, Palma de Mallorca in Spain, and Fort Lauderdale in Florida are great places to start out as a newbie. 
• Find some day work. This is work outside of a formal contract, which may involve helping out for a day to several weeks. Day work is an excellent opportunity to network, build contacts in the industry, and get a foot in on your journey to securing a more permanent job. 

How much money do you make working on a yacht?

The standard entry level salary for a junior stewardess or deckhand ranges between €2,000 – €2,500 or $2,300 – $2,800 per month. This amount is generally tax free, although the onus is on each crew member to check with their home county about tax obligations. Certain countries are tax exempt, provided you spend more than six months out of the county.

Check out our salary guidelines for more information. Still have questions? Get in touch with us , we’d love to help you navigate the seas of yachting!

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Yacht crew salary guide

A Yacht Deckhand is an entry-level position for those looking to work as a part of the Deck crew team onboard a yacht.

Deckhands are an integral part of the yacht crew in the day-to-day running of the yacht. They are responsible for the daily maintenance of the yacht, involving hands-on tasks to ensure it remains in immaculate condition for all guests at all levels of the yacht. 

Depending on the size of the yacht, there may either be only one Deckhand onboard or a team of Deckhands, all working to clean and polish the exterior to maintain the highest of standards. Deckhands are generally supervised by either a Lead Deckhand, Bosun, or a Chief Officer, depending on the size and structure of the yacht.

What does a Deckhand do? | Deckhand Job Description

A Deckhand’s main responsibility is to execute any task their senior gives them, in a timely and precise manner. These tasks predominantly comprise of maintaining the exterior of the yacht. 

Daily tasks vary and can include wash-downs, polishing, varnishing, teak cleaning, sanding, painting, and general maintenance. They may also be asked to drive or assist with the yacht’s tenders.

The responsibilities of a Deckhand include:

Regular wash-downs of the yacht

Deck scrubbing

Stainless polishing

Cleaning of deck lockers and bilges

Performing general maintenance duties such as sanding, painting, varnishing, etc.

Assisting with docking operations and anchoring

Assisting guests as required during water sports

Driving state-of-the-art yacht tenders

Soft and hard skills required to be a Deckhand

As an entry-level position, a yacht Deckhand job does not necessarily require any previous yachting experience, but it does require patience and a positive mental attitude. 

The competition for Deckhand positions is often very fierce so having any extra skills can really make a difference. Tender driving skills, carpentry, water sports, videography and mechanical knowledge can all help one get ahead of the competition so it's strongly advised to point them out on the CV.

On a personal level, a yacht Deckhand should be sociable and show a fondness for working as part of a team. They are often sporty, athletic people who enjoy being outdoors and are ready for new challenges and adventures.

The skills of a successful yacht Deckhand include:

Ability to take direction

Good work ethic

Physical fitness and strength

Positive attitude

Ability to learn on the job

Good eye for detail

Varnishing skills

Painting skills

Tender driving skills

Knowledge of water sports

Mandatory certificates needed to work on board a yacht 

All crew members regardless of position and seniority need to have a valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate, along with a recognised Seafarers medical certificate, the most popular being the ENG1 which is issued by an MCA (Maritime and Coastguard Agency) professional medic. 

Without these two certificates, it is not possible for crew to work on board a yacht and a Recruiter will not be able to assist you in finding work onboard a yacht. For more information about mandatory certificates please visit our Mandatory Certificates Guide .

Are you ready to secure a Deckhand position on board a yacht?

Become a member of YPI CREW and connect with our recruiters so they can guide you through your job search. 

Each of our recruiters is specialised in crew placement for a particular department and they will do their best to get you an interview on board a yacht. They will also advise you on how to best present your experience and skills and prepare for a yacht job interview.

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Alexandra O’Connell

Bosun and Deckhand Recruitment Specialist

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Junior Deckhand

Description.

The position is for a New Build Deckhand on a 58m private yacht in Europe with a crew size of 13. Responsibilities include assisting in deck equipment operations, driving tenders, general deck duties, and supporting water sports activities. The candidate must have at least 6 months of deckhand experience, proficiency in tender driving, good communication skills, and a strong work ethic. Male candidates with STCW, ENG1 qualifications, and a B1/B2 visa are preferred. The salary is dependent on experience, with a permanent contract starting on 8th April and 38 days of leave.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months of experience in a deckhand role • Valid B1/B2 visa • Proficiency in tender driving, including experience with various types of tenders • Ability to adapt to new challenges and tasks as the yacht grows • Hardworking and dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness

• Dual Season

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Deckhand's main responsibility is the maintenance of the exterior of the yacht, including the following:

• Cleaning, polishing, sanding, painting and varnishing of all exterior surfaces on the yacht.
• Inspection and basic maintenance of all deck hardware, portholes, hatches and equipment.
• Line and sail handling and repair.
• Driving and maintenance of all yacht's tenders/toys.
• Assisting guests with toys and on excursions.
• Assisting other crew members as and when required, e.g. food deliveries, event setup, etc.

Small yachts have usually a single Deckhand. Large yachts have 4 or more Deckhands on-board.

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Yacht Deckhand Jobs

If efficiency, organisation and the safe handling of a superyacht are all things that sound appealing to you, then perhaps you should consider a career as a yacht deckhand. An entry-level position on a yacht, this role can be seen as the first step to a long and fulfilling career working onboard yachts. Yacht deckhands are important crew members, as the role covers a broad range of tasks – from cleaning and maintaining the exterior of the yacht, to driving tenders and supervising guests during watersport activities and excursions on land. Depending on the size of a yacht, there are usually between one and ten deckhands, so being an abled team player, sociable and a hard worker are all a must!

Yacht deckhands roles are very rewarding and the perfect stepping-stone for a stable career in yachting. Once you have completed the STCW’95 Basic crew training, you can begin looking for a job as a yacht deckhand. Browse through our full deckhand job offerings for more information.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a deckhand, a lot of the daily duties and tasks include maintaining and overseeing the yacht’s exterior, washing and polishing it, learning more about yacht maintenance, safety operations and systems-line handling. Deckhands also assist the deck officer with any maintenance projects, such as sanding, caulking and varnishing. It is also up to the deckhands to accompany and supervise guests during watersports and water activities, drive tenders and assist with any additional tasks.

YACHT DECKHAND SALARIES

Deckhand salaries can vary slightly, depending on the size and type of yacht. Data shows that deckhands on a motor yacht earn between €2,000 and €3,000 a month, depending on the size and their experience. Deckhands working on sailing yachts may earn a bit less, between €1,800 and €2,900 a month.

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The deckhand’s main responsibilities are to maintain the exterior of the deck to a polished, pristine, immaculate condition. Depending on the size of the vessel you could be the only deckhand or in a larger team of multiple deckhands.

Duties will include: cleaning and maintenance of the exterior of the vessel, washing down, polishing, waxing, tender driving, looking after the water sports equipment and taking guests out on water sports such as water skiing, wake boarding, using jet skis. There will also be line handling and basic maintenance such as painting, sanding and varnishing.

Transferrable skills in carpentry, painting, varnishing, boat building, dinghy or small boat sailing or prior experience in engineering, hospitality/tourism, diving/water sports, will help you to secure your first position and make your CV stand out from the crowd.

• Yacht rating
• Yacht master Offshore or working towards
• Understanding operations on board
• Line handling
• Knowledge of products used on deck
• Good tender driving skills
• Maintenance and Repair skills (awl grip, stripping, varnishing, painting)
• Water sports abilities
• Professional Appearance
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Thinking of working on deck.

Any superyacht you come across, depending on the size of the yacht, will employ between 1 and 15+ Deckhands on board. The role of a Deckhand is to maintain the exterior of the superyacht to an immaculate condition and to retain this at all times. Reporting to the Bosun and Junior Officers, ultimately directly up the chain of command to the Captain.

Below we outline the various roles, responsibilities and qualifications necessary to become a yacht deckhand.

What is the daily routine of working on Deck?

Working on deck on a superyacht can be very interesting and rewarding, however it’s not only the glitz and glamor of beautiful sunsets and dolphins that you see on Instagram. Your main responsibility is to keep the exterior of the yacht clean and in pristine condition at all times. Other elements of the job can include watersports activities with guests, tender driving and maintenance tasks such as painting and varnishing. As you rise-up the ranks you will have more responsibility in the management of the deck and training deck crew eventually progressing into a Bosun position.

When starting out in the industry a background working on the water can be very useful, any general seamanship skills you have can be valuable on-board. Any experience in watersports, driving small powerboats or practical skills in maintenance such as painting are also sought after. You will need lots of energy to keep up with this often physically demanding role as well as a positive and keen to learn attitude.

There are also dual roles available on-board, where some yachts require a deckhand candidate who has extra skills and qualifications to meet a specific need on-board. Common dual roles include: Deckhand/Carpenter, Deckhand/Engineer, Deckhand/Diver, Deckhand/Fishing guide, Deckhand/Watersports Instructor and Deckhand/PT but can also be a little more unusual such as Deckhand/cyclist or even Deckhand/DJ.

Daily responsibilities

General day to day tasks and schedule will vary depending on if you have guests on-board or not. With guests on-board a team of deckhand(s) will start early in the morning, before the owner/ guests wake-up, to prepare the deck areas to be used during the day ahead. Tasks will include:

A full wipe-down of all surfaces to remove any condensation or dust which has accumulated over night. Clean windows, Uncover deck furniture Set-up towels All tasks are completed as quietly as possible to wake your guests. The yacht may have spent the night in port or at anchor so it will also be important to complete relevant checks of the tenders and watersports equipment to make sure it is ready for the guests to use if requested.

Whilst guests are on-board you may find yourself completing tasks such as:

• undertaking a security/passarelle watch to make sure no one unauthorised comes aboard the yacht.
• A beach club/swim platform watch, being on-hand if guests would like to use watersports equipment.
• Keeping an eye on your guests in a lifeguard capacity if they are in the water.

If you have past experience in watersports you may be tasked with taking the guests out waterskiing/ wakeboarding or towing them in one of the yachts many inflatable toys. This is where tender driving experience is important, depending on the size of the yacht’s tenders you may require either a Powerboat level 2 qualification or even a Yachtmaster Offshore to operate these.

Driving guests, crew or even just the garbage ashore can also be a regular task on-board for a deckhand, however it can take time to build-up enough experience to be trusted to drive the owners.

If the yacht spends time on anchor you may be asked to complete an anchor watch for a couple of hours overnight to keep an eye on the yacht’s position and the other yachts around you.

When you’re in the off-season, and not preparing for a guest trip, the role of deckhand still centres around the appearance of the exterior of the vessel but there is usually some time to complete longer, messier maintenance tasks. Whether just a short break from charters or a more extensive yard period this is when any practical work experience will be valued on-board as tasks such as stripping, sanding and varnishing as well as fibre glass repair and painting of both the main yacht and tenders may be on the agenda. Other common tasks in a yard period may include painting the anchor chain, cleaning and painting the bilges or oiling teak deck furniture.

When preparing for an owners trip or charter there will be lots of cleaning tasks scheduled such as, washing down and scrubbing the decks as well as more detailed duties such as polishing and detailing the yacht’s tenders and jet skis.

As a deckhand when the yacht is underway you may be asked to stand on the bridge as a second pair of eyes during a watch. The yacht will also still require regular rinsing with fresh water to stop the salt building up.

General duties throughout the year will also include assisting with mooring procedures whether this is keeping an eye on fenders as the yacht berths or throwing a line. Anchor procedures as well as the launching and recovery of the yacht’s tenders and jet skis, using cranes will also like be a big part of the role on-board.

What qualifications do you need for each deck job role?

Skills & experience.

In order to gain the required qualifications to work as an Officer, there is a certain amount of time at sea, which needs to be logged as proof of your experience before being eligible to take the necessary modules and exams.

On many yachts, the Chief Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day deck operations, so crew management skills are an important part of the role as well as navigation and watchkeeping. Often on a larger vessel there will also be 2nd and 3rd Officer positions, these more junior positions will often look after safety and navigation on-board, with the Captain and Chief Officer ultimately responsible.

Qualifications

Depending on the size of the vessel Officers will need a qualification allowing them to hold a watch on the vessel they are working on. Qualification include Officer of the Watch (OOW) 3000gt or OOW Unlimited, Chief Mate 3000gt or Chief Mate Unlimited. Some more Senior Officers will also require their Masters qualification in order to step-up to the role of Captain if required.

The Bosun is in charge of the day to day running of the deck and is the deckhands direct line manager on-board. A Bosun will create and implement work lists, (working with the Chief Officer) delegate tasks to the deck team and train new deckhands on-board. As the more experienced member of the deck team the Bosun will often be one of the main guest tender drivers as well as completing more in-depth maintenance tasks such as fibre glass repairs or spray painting.

Qualifications will vary from one yacht to another depending on the requirements on-board. A common qualification to need (in addition to the basic legally-required safety qualifications and medical) will be the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore or a Navigational Watch Rating Certificate. Some will require an OOW qualification if the role includes holding a watch when underway.

This is the entry level position on deck so it is possible to join with no previous experience on-board in the role of a Junior Deckhand. Once you have your basic qualifications you can start on-board and will be taught the ropes by the more experienced crew members. To begin with your main duties will be keeping the exterior of the yacht clean and with more experience you may be able to progress into roles such as tender driving. Any previous shore-based maintenance skills and experience are desired as well as any previous small boat leisure experience or watersports experience.

The legally required qualification to work on-board for any crew member is the STCW Basic Safety Training along with a valid ENG1 medical certificate. Many yachts will also require a Proficiency in Designated Security Duties certificate. Other industry-standard qualifications include an RYA Powerboat Level 2, Short Range Radio License and an RYA PWC (Personal Watercraft, jet ski license). In order to progress in the industry many deck crew will complete the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore license and others will progress through the MCA Training Record Book gaining their Yacht Rating and Navigational Watch Rating.

To work in a dual role previous work experience in your profession is key as well as relevant qualifications. For example, for divers a minimum of a Divemaster or sometimes a Dive Instructor license will be required. For a carpenter, shore-based qualifications, previous long-term experience, and good references in a carpenter role is crucial.

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Junior Deckhand

About the junior deckhand.

A junior deckhand is an entry level position that requires little to no experience on board luxury yachts, however, some experience with boats or watersports expertise is extremely valuable. What this crew member lacks in experience, they can make up for with a can-do attitude and being a strong team player. In this position, it is necessary to work closely with the senior deck officer, be a quick learner, and able to follow instructions thoroughly in a detailed manner.

Job Responsibilities

• Cleanliness of the yacht wash downs, stainless polishing, waxing
• Assisting bosun and mate in maintenance projects; sanding and taping up for varnishing or painting, caulking, filling
• Continued learning of yacht maintenance, operations and systems; line handling, tender driving, navigation, safety, water sports

Required Skills

• Hard work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Ability to learn on the job
• Ability to take direction
• Professional appearance

Salary Modifiers

• Sports certification (i.e. dive certificate, kite surfing instructor)
• Extensive fishing knowledge
• Tender/small boat driving experience
• Carpentry skills

Position Statistics

Career path, senior master, junior captain, first officer / chief mate, officer of the watch.