Superyacht Jobs

We are looking for a Chief Engineer to join a 55m world cruising, private and charter motor yacht.
The yacht is travelling to the US and therefore a B1/B2 visa is preferred.
Ideally, the successful candidate will be an accomplished Engineer, comfortable working with IDEA and managing a Second Engineer. The opportunity offers the chance to work on a world cruising, private and charter yacht with a good team and established yacht owners.
Requirements:
Y2 or equivalent
STCW
ENG1
B1/B2 visa preferred due to the yachts location
Package:
2:2 rotation
DOE salary
Start September 2024

We are looking for a Deckhand/Carpenter with boatbuilding experience and minimum 1 season working on yachts to join a 80m+ Private/Charter Motor Yacht.
Requirements:
STCW
Eng1
Carpentry/Boatbuilding experience
1 season Yacht experience.
Package:
Start ASAP
60 Days leave.
4000 Per Month

Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Deckhand with minimum 2 year's experience to join a 60m+ Private Motor Yacht.
This is a permanent role starting in August.
Requirements:
Yachtmaster
STCW
Eng1
Package:
90 Days Leave
3250 Per Month

45m MY
Private and Busy Charter
Dual season
Looking for a 2nd Stew. Permanent position.
International crew
38 days leave
Salary DOE+Yearly increase+ Bonus +Tips+ Course allowance
Start date 8th September
MUST have 2-3y of yachting experience and a B1B2

Point of contact [email protected]

Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Yacht Agent to join an established company in the Caribbean.
The ideal candidate will:
-Forward mooring requests to authorities and input vessel data in AYPRO, gathering as much information as possible about the vessel and visit purpose.
- Inform the captain about harbour access and stay guidelines, including required documents before and after arrival.
- Assist clients pre-arrival by collecting specific requests and offering services to organise their stay.
- Be present at the yachts arrival berth, ensuring no obstacles during berthing.
- Welcome clients on board, gather necessary documentation for authorities, collect ID documents for border control, provide information on requested services, and manage additional requests.
- Quote all services during the stay and pre-arrival to get the captains approval and avoid disputes.
- Organise provisioning during the yachts harbour stay.
- Monitor and promptly address any service issues or changes.
- Collect all service information and costs in the vessel folder and/or AYPRO to assist the administration office with invoicing.
- Share information with colleagues to plan services according to Company standards.
- Make purchases if needed, following the Administration Departments guidelines and obtaining invoices/receipts.
- Handle all information confidentially and in compliance with GDPR.
- Support and help train new staff in collaboration with HR and under the Office Managers supervision.
- Follow Company procedures and policies.
- Be available outside working hours for any contingencies.
Personal characteristics include:.
- Excellent English and French proficiency
- Valid Driving License B
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet, and company platforms
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Can work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise effectively
- Problem-solving skills
- Commercial skills to offer additional services
- Team player
Start: ASAP
Location: Caribbean
Salary: Competitive
Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an Sales Officer to join an established company based in Europe.
The ideal candidate will:
- Enhance service value to expand the market and create business opportunities aligned with brand identity.
- Implement commercial and sales strategies to drive revenue and business growth.
- Handle various commercial projects.
- Conduct market research and analysis to develop business plans on expansion, development, budget, and client prospects.
- Interpret market trends to adapt to yachting industry changes and provide strategic advice to the CCO.
- Understand and share customer requirements to ensure their needs are met.
- Identify new opportunities, develop client relationships, create business proposals, and write bids; assess risks and opportunities for new accounts and investigate lost sales.
- Manage key client relationships.
- Build and maintain profitable partnerships with stakeholders.
- Set individual commercial targets with the CCO, coordinate action plans, and oversee team performance.
- Support commercial campaigns with the Marketing Department.
- Utilise internal company platforms.
- Assist in setting financial targets, developing, and monitoring budgets.
- Support the CCO in specific projects, analysing growth opportunities and performing due diligence.
- Support Management in business development activities to reach company targets.
- Manage all information confidentially and in compliance with GDPR.
- Participate in commercial trips, boat shows, and dock walking.
- Foster corporate policies and procedures within the team and encourage communication and company initiatives.
- Be available outside working hours for business travel and contingency issues.
Personal characteristics include:.
- Knowledge of the yachting market
- Proficiency in English and French
- Strong understanding of performance reporting and financial/budgeting processes
- Familiarity with software applications and platforms
- Entrepreneurial skills with the ability to identify revenue opportunities
- Expertise in market research methods and analysis
- Commercial awareness with a strategic mindset
- Creative strategist with excellent organisational skills
- Strong project and time management abilities
- Leadership and motivational skills
- Analytical skills to interpret sales performance and market trends
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking abilities
- Negotiation and formal presentation skills
- Results-oriented and persuasive
- Team collaboration and teamwork
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Willingness to travel frequently for business
Start: ASAP
Location: Europe (TBD)
Salary: Competitive
Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an Operations Officer to join an established company based in Europe.
The ideal candidate will:
-Forward mooring requests to authorities and input vessel data in AYPRO, gathering as much information as possible about the vessel and visit purpose.
- Inform the captain about harbour access and stay guidelines, including required documents before and after arrival.
- Assist clients pre-arrival by collecting specific requests and offering services to organise their stay.
- Be present at the yachts arrival berth, ensuring no obstacles during berthing.
- Welcome clients on board, gather necessary documentation for authorities, collect ID documents for border control, provide information on requested services, and manage additional requests.
- Quote all services during the stay and pre-arrival to get the captains approval and avoid disputes.
- Organise provisioning during the yachts harbour stay.
- Monitor and promptly address any service issues or changes.
- Collect all service information and costs in the vessel folder and/or AYPRO to assist the administration office with invoicing.
- Share information with colleagues to plan services according to Company standards.
- Make purchases if needed, following the Administration Departments guidelines and obtaining invoices/receipts.
- Handle all information confidentially and in compliance with GDPR.
- Support and help train new staff in collaboration with HR and under the Office Managers supervision.
- Follow Company procedures and policies.
- Be available outside working hours for any contingencies.
Personal characteristics include:.
- Excellent English and French proficiency
- Valid Driving License B
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet, and company platforms
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Can work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise effectively
- Problem-solving skills
- Commercial skills to offer additional services
- Team player
Start: ASAP
Location: Europe (Barcelona)
Salary: Competitive
Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

We are working with a 60m+ support yacht, looking for a Second Engineer to join them at the end of September/beginning of October.
The position is on board a busy. world travelling yacht with a great team and programme. And would suit a Second Engineer with experience on board a support yacht in the past.
Due to the vessels busy travel programme a B1/B2 visa is preferred.
Requirements:
SV Second Engineer or equivalent
STCW
ENG1
B1/B2 visa preferred
Package:
Salary: $ Competitive
Start: End of September/early October
Rotation : 2:2

Wilsonhalligan arelooking for a Service Stewardess to join an 100m+ Private Sailing Yacht.
The ideal candidate will be confident and passionate about service and have at least 1 and a half yearsyachting experience within a service role.
This is an opportunity to join a lovely vessel with great crew with a worldwide program.
Requirements:
STCW
ENG1
Food & Hygiene Level II
Package:
Salary: DOE
Package: 3:1 rotation
Start: August

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an Operations Officer to join an established company based in Europe.
The ideal candidate will:
-Forward mooring requests to authorities and input vessel data in AYPRO, gathering as much information as possible about the vessel and visit purpose.
- Inform the captain about harbour access and stay guidelines, including required documents before and after arrival.
- Assist clients pre-arrival by collecting specific requests and offering services to organise their stay.
- Be present at the yachts arrival berth, ensuring no obstacles during berthing.
- Welcome clients on board, gather necessary documentation for authorities, collect ID documents for border control, provide information on requested services, and manage additional requests.
- Quote all services during the stay and pre-arrival to get the captains approval and avoid disputes.
- Organise provisioning during the yachts harbour stay.
- Monitor and promptly address any service issues or changes.
- Collect all service information and costs in the vessel folder and/or AYPRO to assist the administration office with invoicing.
- Share information with colleagues to plan services according to Company standards.
- Make purchases if needed, following the Administration Departments guidelines and obtaining invoices/receipts.
- Handle all information confidentially and in compliance with GDPR.
- Support and help train new staff in collaboration with HR and under the Office Managers supervision.
- Follow Company procedures and policies.
- Be available outside working hours for any contingencies.
Personal characteristics include:.
- Excellent English and French proficiency
- Valid Driving License B
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet, and company platforms
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Can work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise effectively
- Problem-solving skills
- Commercial skills to offer additional services
- Team player
Start: ASAP
Location: Europe (TBD)
Salary: Competitive
Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

Wilsonhalligan have a Laundry Person position available based in Oxfordshire.
Our client is looking for someone with high attention to details, takes initiative and have at least 3 years of experience in Laundry ideally onboard Superyachts and working for high end clients.
Please note: As this is a shared accommodation and due to sleeping arrangement, only female candidates will be considered.
Location: Oxfordshire, UK
Salary: 30k PA
Start: ASAP
Days: 5 days a week (through weekends)
Accommodation: Live-in
The ideal candidate will hold the right to work/live in the UK.
Please send CV to [email protected] if you think this is for you.

We are working with a 60m new build private and charter MY that are looking for a Second Engineer to join them in the yard for the final stages of the build.
The position offers the opportunity to be involved in the final build stages and commissioning of the vessel before sailing with her once operational. Offering a time for time rotation the position would suit an accomplished Second Engineer from a similar sized vessel or a Third Engineer from a larger yacht looking for their first Second Engineers' role.
Requirements:
EOOW or SV Second Engineer
STCW
ENG1
Package:
Salary: DOE
Rotation : 2:2
Start: October 2024

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an Operations Director to manage the day-to-day activities of an established Maritime company in the UK.
The ideal candidate will:
- have a Superyacht Officer/Captain background
- have an excellent leadership skills
- have a proven ability to lead a team to meet goals and quotas
- be results-oriented with strong analytical skills
- have an experience in setting sales goals
- a good knowledge of the marine industry
Start: October
Location: United Kingdom (Right permit to work and live is a MUST)
Salary: 60k-70k (DOE)
Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

Captain required for 30m+ Private Motor Yacht based in Miami.
Cruising experience required of the Bahamas and US East Coast.
This is a Captain/Engineer position, our client is looking for extensive mechanical and electrical history and qualifications.
European built yacht under 5 years old.
Certification - Master <200gt Leave 60 days per year Salary approx $8500 p/m varying depending on experience Exp. 1 year Captain experience 24m+

We are working with a new build, 40m private motor yacht.
They are looking for a Chief Engineer to join their programme at the beginning of September.
The position would suit a candidate, based in the South of France, as that is their home port and would therefore offer the opportunity for a great work life balance with evenings and weekends at home.
As well as this, the ideal candidate will be hands on and competent with Electrics and have and Electrical background.
Requirements:
STCW
ENG1
Y3 or equivalent
Package:
9k per month
Industry Standard Leave
Early September Start

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an Owner's Representative / Yacht Manager to look after the Management and Private / Charter of 45m+ vessel.
The ideal candidate will:
- have an extensive experience as an Owner's Rep / Yacht Manager in the Superyacht Industry
- have a strong Accounting experience
- have a crew management background, looking after contracts, employment and salaries
- Yacht maintenance experience
Personal characteristics include:
- Great interpersonal skills
- Dedication
- Strong individual worker and a team player
- Efficient
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Positive attitude and realistic outlook
- Strong work ethic, responsive and proactive
- Pragmatic and direct
Salary: Generous and competitive salary TBD
Location: Palma
Start: October
Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you.

Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Crew Coordinator to join an established, industry leading Yacht Management Company based in the Middle East.
The ideal candidate will:
- be responsible for the overall recruitment process for all crew members working onboard
- be working closely with Crewing Superintendent, Fleet Crew Manager and Onboard Management team to develop and implement effective recruitment practices, policies, and procedures to the support and develop high performing teams.
Personal characteristics include:
- Dedication
- Strong individual worker and a team player
- Personable
- Positive attitude and realistic outlook
- Strong work ethic, responsive and proactive
Start: ASAP
Location: Middle East + Relocation package on offer TBD
Salary: DOE
Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

We are looking for a Y3 Chief Engineer to join a 50m private and charter SY in Europe.The position is initially a permanent role, but will become rotational following a winter yard period.
The position would suit a Y3 with experience on board SYs, who is hands on and happy to assist in other areas.
Requirements:
Y3 or equivalent
STCW
ENG1
Sail Yacht experience
Package:
60 days leave (rotational following winter season)
Salary DOE
Start early September 2024

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an General Manager to join an established company based in Europe.
The ideal candidate will:
- Manage yacht agency business by organising and optimising resources.
- Collaborate with Corporate on strategic, commercial, and operational activities to maintain client/supplier relationships and explore new market opportunities.
- Organise and manage activities within budget, ensuring client targets are met annually.
- Report seasonal trends and data to the CEO and CFO by set deadlines.
- Work with Corporate Management to develop and implement company procedures.
- Ensure business unit services align with company policies and maintain high quality.
- Monitor business trends, market activities, and competitors, providing reports and consumer needs analysis.
- Follow Management instructions to achieve business goals.
- Supervise operational activities and use of company digital tools.
- Oversee quality of services offered, including excursions, events, dinners, transfers, bunkering, medical assistance, banking, and provisions for guests and crew.
- Maintain effective client communication to optimise service quality and promote business growth, including promoting the company.
- Support Management and Commercial Team in expanding the customer portfolio by identifying new opportunities and participating in shows and client visits.
- Collaborate with legal and accounting advisors on financial statements.
- Ensure Administration Department compliance with local laws and oversee invoicing and credit recovery activities.
- Act as legal and financial responsible for the area of competence.
- Support staff management and training for professional growth.
- Ensure use of company devices, tools, and IT platforms within the team.
- Handle all information confidentially and in compliance with GDPR.
- Identify training needs with HR to develop staff knowledge and capabilities.
- Support Chief HR Manager in applying company policies and maintain staff communication.
- Be available outside working hours for business travel and contingencies.
Personal characteristics include:.
- Expert knowledge of the yachting market
- Proficiency in English and French
- Strong performance reporting and financial/budgeting skills
- Proficient in software applications and platforms
- Entrepreneurial skills with a talent for spotting revenue opportunities
- Deep understanding of market research and analysis
- Commercial awareness with a strategic mindset
- Creative strategist with excellent organisational skills
- Exceptional project and time management abilities
- Natural leadership with strong managerial and motivational skills
- Analytical skills for interpreting sales performance and market trends
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills
- Strong negotiation and formal presentation skills
- Results-oriented and persuasive
- Collaborative and team-oriented
- Dynamic, proactive, adaptable, and flexible
- Full, clean driving license
- Willingness to travel frequently for business
Start: ASAP
Location: Europe (TBD)
Salary: Competitive
Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

We are looking for a temporary Third Engineer to join a 70m motor yacht during a yard period in the US, for approximately 4 weeks'.
The position would suit a candidate with some yacht experience on a similar sized vessel but does not require an engineering ticket, so would suit an AEC looking to gain some more experience with some great Chief Engineers.
Due to the location of the yard period a B1/B2 visa is required.
Requirements:
STCW
ENG1
B1/B2 visa due to the yachts location
Package:
Salary: DOE
Start: October 2024
Location: USA
Temporary position