The latest deckhand jobs on yachts and superyachts around the world:

View daily deckhand vacancy updates sourced from reputable yacht crew agencies. Use the keyword filter to refine your search.

Find the latest deckhand jobs on yachts and superyachts around the world:

View daily deckhand vacancy updates sourced from reputable yacht crew agencies. Use the keyword filter to refine your search.

Deckhand

Updated On : Tuesday, September 9, 2025

We are looking for an experienced Deckhand to join an 85m private motor yacht, with a start date around the 20th of September.

To be considered, youll need 11.5 years of yachting experience, ideally with at least a year spent on the same vessel. B1/B2 visa in hand is essential. YM p...

Job Details:

Job ID:: #7758
Job Type:: Rotational
Start Location:: Spain
Start Date:: 20 Sep 2025
Qualifications(Essential):: STCW Basic Safety Training 95 (2010)ENG1 (or equivalent Seafarer's Medical Certificate)
Qualifications(Preferred):: Yacht Master Offshore
Essential Visas:: B1B2
Languages:: English
Min Yachting Experience:: 1 Season
Gender Required:: Male
Smokers:: No
Cabin Type:: Shared
Vessel Type:: Motor

Deckhand

Updated On : Tuesday, September 9, 2025

A 42m EXPLORER Motor Yacht is looking for a male DECKHAND to join their team!

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to be a part of a well-established team with lovely American Owners, grow in the industry, work hard and travel the world.

We are lookin...

Job Details:

Job ID:: #7759
Job Type:: Full Time
Start Location:: United States
Start Date:: 15 Sep 2025
Qualifications(Essential):: Yacht Rating
Qualifications(Preferred):: Yacht Master Offshore
Essential Visas:: B1B2Schengen
Languages:: English
Min Yachting Experience:: 1 Season
Gender Required:: Male
Smokers:: No
Cabin Type:: Shared
Vessel Type:: Motor
Type:: Private

Sailing Mate/Deckhand

Updated On : Tuesday, September 9, 2025

PRIVATE SAILING program looking for a QUALIFIEDMATEfor82' sailboat

***MUST HAVE NO restrictions of movement- able to jump onto boom, flake the sail, be very knowledgeable about sailing, previous experience working with guests.

** Candidate should be well presented **

New England for the Summer season. Cruising around NE returning to Rybovich for winter season in November.

** Owners want to start racing the vessel- possibility of Miami to West Palm race **

Ideal crew member will be working with a great captain. Cook/stew may be hired for trips. You will have your own aft cabin.

-- Looking for a 'can do' attitude and self-starter mentality
-- Local candidates preferred
-- Not open to crew needing a nightlife

REQUIREMENTS:
*Located in the US preferred-- Owners will NOT fly in from far away
* CLEAN record
* Proven sailing abilities-- worked on board programs previously
* Ability to drive inflatable dinghy
* Tattoos accepted with final decision made by the Captain

COMPENSATION:
* SALARY: Depending on experience

Point of Contact: Carolyn Dobbs
[email protected]

Experienced Deckhand – 40m private

Updated On : Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Seeking a fit, personable, experienced Deckhand for a busy 40m private M/Y. Foreign flagged.
Deckhand must have a Yacht Master or close to. Excellent large tender skills (42ft center console)
must be in place, as well as anchoring procedures, deck maintenance skills and sound product knowledge.

Proven longevity & verifiable references.
Florida/Bahamas/New England itinerary. Lovely owners and family.

Any Nationality - Preferably, British, Antipodeans, South African or US
B1/B2 Visa or US passport or Green Card
Location preferably in USA but willing to fly in the right candidates

Start date: September 7th
Salary Negotiable - $4000 Deckhand-
Possible bump in salary after 90 day probation

Point of contact is [email protected]

2nd Stewardess/Deck

Updated On : Tuesday, September 9, 2025

2nd Stewardess/Deck position available for a Private 35meter M/Y

This is a couple's position with an Engineer.

About The Program: A busy, private program, with lots of exploring, adventure, fishing,
spearfishing, & diving trips. Looking for a hardworking hands-on Deck/Stew
who ideally has 50M+ pedigree yacht experience. The boat is kept in immaculate
condition at all times.

Start: By early September
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Package: $3,000-$4,500

Skills
Minimum 1 year experience as a 2nd Stewardess/Deckhand or 2nd Stew on 50M+ M/Y or S/Y
Meticulous with all housekeeping and Laundry
Confident with all service and guest interaction
Strong Deck experience and able to handle all docking procedures

Qualifications
STCW (Fully Updated) with PDSD
Seafarer's Medical Certificate
Food Safety and Hygiene L2
Valid B1/B2 Visa Essential

Females only to apply
Looking for a couple with an Engineer

ABSOLUTELY NON-SMOKERS ONLY/NO PARTIER Drug Test and Background check will be done before trial on-board

Point of contact: Sharryn Matte [email protected]

Deckhand-Dive master

Updated On : Tuesday, September 9, 2025

45m MY
Private and Charter
Based in Italy
Looking for Deckhand-Dive master.
Could be couple's position with the 2nd stew.
ASAP start
Salary DOE

[email protected]

DC2055 – DECKHAND REQUIRED FOR A 30M+ PRIVATE MOTOR YACHT BASED IN KUWAIT

Updated On : Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Persian Gulf
We are looking for an experienced and active Deckhand with at least one seasons experience. The yacht runs with a crew of five. Candidates should be aware that alcohol is prohibited in Kuwait. This position will suit someone who is into a healthy lifestyle and exercising with many great options for wellness/gyms. A shared apartment will be provided when in Kuwait. More details to follow at interview stage.
REQUIREMENTS
STCW95
ENG1
PBL 2
1 season experience
PACKAGE
Salary: 3000-3300 EUR DOE
Leave: 38 days
Shared apartment provided when in Kuwait
Flight allowance
Medical cover

DC2061 – DECKHAND REQUIRED FOR 50M+ PRIVATE MOTOR YACHT

Updated On : Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Mediterranean sea - Middle East
We are looking for an experienced deckhand with at least 1 years experience on 50m to work in a team of four exterior crew. The vessel runs with a crew of 12 and will spend the summer in the Med and then off to Dubai. More info to follow at interview stage.
REQUIREMENTS
STCW95
ENG1
Schengen in hand if applicable
Deck rating certification
1 years experience on 50m
PACKAGE
Salary:3,500 per month
Leave:50 days per annum.
Flights:2 x economy per annum.
Medical insurance

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A deckhand is the lowest-ranked crew member in the deck department.

Washing the yacht, cleaning windows, polishing stainless steel, and scrubbing decks are all part of the deckhand job.

During guest trips, time will be spent on lookout duties, tender driving, running watersports activities, while ensuring normal vessel operations are conducted in a safe and professional manner.

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