Deck Officer & Mate Jobs

We are looking for a Second Office to join a 60m Private/Charter vessel by February 1.

The candidate must hold their OOW3000GT, with 5-7 years of experience on yachts.

The ideal candidate will possess strong tender driving skills, solid experience with water sports and confi...

Job Details:

Job ID:: #7964
Job Type:: Full Time
Start Location:: Italy
Start Date:: 01 Feb 2026
Qualifications(Essential):: OOW 3000GT (Yacht)STCW Basic Safety Training 95 (2010)ENG1 (or equivalent Seafarer's Medical Certificate)
Essential Visas:: Schengen
Languages:: English
Min Yachting Experience:: 6-7 Years
Gender Required:: Male
Smokers:: No
Cabin Type:: Shared
Vessel Type:: Motor
Type:: Charter

45 meter private/charter yacht is looking for a First Mate with a minimum of a 500Ton license. This will allow you to be in command when the Captain is not on board.
Fort Lauderdale based with trips to Miami, the Keys and Bahamas. Summer 2026 will be spent in New England.
American family with 2 children.
60 days leave.
Must have B1/B2 in hand or be an American or Green Card Holder.
Point of contact is [email protected]

Mate Engineer required - 28m MY
28m MY
SOF based
March start date
Permanent position
Strictly private yacht - normally used mainly in July & August
3 years yachting experience essential
5 crew
Salary - DOE
The point of contact for this position is [email protected]

MUST BE AMERICAN OR GREEN CARD HOLDER
130' private yacht is looking for an experienced First Mate.
Must have experience on similar sized yachts or bigger.
Minimum 200T license.
Florida/Bahamas/New England itinerary.
Great health care with dental, vision and medical.
30 days leave.
Ideally the candidates will be a self-starter, good with fishing and water toys. PADI certified is a bonus.
Point of contact is [email protected]

45 meter private/charter yacht is looking for a First Mate with a minimum of a 500Ton license. This will allow you to be in command when the Captain is not on board.
Fort Lauderdale based with trips to Miami, the Keys and Bahamas. Summer 2026 will be spent in New England.
American family with 2 children.
60 days leave.
Must have B1/B2 in hand or be an American or Green Card Holder.
American candidates will have first preference.
Point of contact is [email protected]

First Mate required

45m Feadship
Privately owned

The boat is currently in the Caribbean and will return to the Med in the spring.

Requirements;
OOW license preferred, or very close to completion
Proven experience in a similar role on yachts of similar size
Strong organizational skills with the ability to lead the deck team by example
Self-motivated with a proactive attitude
Fluent English speaker (first language)
Male candidates only due to cabin arrangements (MLC compliance)
Package:
Competitive salary up 7000
60 days leave per annum

The point of contact is [email protected]

We are seeking an outgoing, hands-on, experienced First Officer for a 50 meter, FF, M/Y with an active private and charter program. BUSY! Commercially registered
Vessel operates with high standards of safety and guest service. We promote a professional, yet active and team-focused culture centered around adventure, fitness, and exceptional guest experiences in the Caribbean and Bahamas.

Role Overview:

The Chief Officer will work directly under the Captain, assisting in safe navigation, vessel operations, and crew management while leading the deck department. This role is well-suited to an ambitious and hands-on professional either an experienced Chief Officer or a strong Second Officer stepping up from a 65m+ vessel who brings energy, initiative, and leadership to the team.

Crew of 11 that all get on fantastic, the vessel promotes a healthy/active lifestyle. Crew are all into fitness and have healthy habits. They love to have fun and all work together well. Everyone helps one another. Drama Free candidates only with similar work/lifestyle balance.

Caribbean/Bahamas itinerary for now- further afield for 2027

Key Responsibilities
Oversee and manage all deck operations, maintenance, and exterior presentation
Act as Safety Officer, ensuring full ISM, ISPS, and MARPOL compliance
Assist the Captain with navigation, voyage planning, and bridge watchkeeping
Lead, train, and mentor deck crew to maintain high standards and morale
Operate and manage large tender operations (40ft +)
Organize and lead guest activities including diving, fishing, and kiteboarding
Coordinate closely with engineering and interior departments to ensure seamless operations
Maintain up-to-date safety drills, records, and documentation
Qualifications & Experience
Chief Mate 3000 GT CoC - OOW with relevant experience will be considered.
Valid STCW, ENG1, and all relevant safety and security certificates
B1/B2 visa (Schengen visa if applicable)
Experience as Chief Officer or strong 2nd Officer stepping up from a 65m+ vessel
Excellent navigational, leadership, and communication skills
Thorough understanding of ISM, ISPS, and PMS procedures
Charter experience highly advantageous
Bahamas and Caribbean cruising experience.

Additional Skills (Preferred if possible, at least 1 of the below)
PADI Dive Master (or higher certification)
Experienced fisherman (deep-sea and sport fishing)
Experienced kiteboarder (able to supervise guest sessions)
Qualified Personal Trainer (PT) or proven fitness background

Start date: Immediate start for the right candidate
Salary: $8.5-9.5k DOE with equal share of charter tips.
60 days leave
Full-time MLC contract with rotation offered after 8-12 months

Point of contact is [email protected]

Chief Officer required

54m MY Busy private & charter yacht
Currently in the SOF
January start date
Full time position
Salary - DOE
Chief Mate 3000gt required
This is a hands-on position; you'll need to help out on deck, very watersport heavy yacht during the season - 4 in the deck team
British captain, mixed crew onboard
The point of contact for this position is [email protected]

First Mate required - 36m MY

ASAP start date
Privately owned yacht
The yacht is currently in Spain during the winter for their 5 year survey
Summer 2026 - med cruising
6 crew during the summer, 4 in the winter
British captain with a small, tight team
YM Offshore required along with ECDIS
Salary - 5000 euros plus performance based bonus
Leave: 2.5 days per month plus Malta holidays
The point of contact is [email protected]

Mate/Deckhand position available for a Private 95foot M/Y

Seeking a US Citizen or Green Card holder for a local program.
Florida/Bahamas based. Must have own accommodations/transport great for local crew wanting to stay local
Only considering candidates that are in South Florida for in person interviews

Start: By January 4th
Location: Fort Lauderdale/Bahamas
Package: $5-6k, 38 Days Leave

Skills:
Minimum 1 years' experience as a Mate on 30meter M/Y
Excellent with all docking procedures and calling distance
Confident with all maintenance for water toys and tender operations.
Professional appearance

Qualifications:
100-ton license (Preferred)
STCW (Fully Updated) with PDSD
Seafarer's Medical Certificate
US PASSPORT or Green Card Holders ONLY

Male candidates only due to cabin arrangements
No large Tattoos

Point of contact: Sharryn Matte [email protected]

53 meter private yacht is looking for a Chief Mate 3000
Time for time rotation (full time during the build and shake down, 30 days leave).
Full Medical and Dental
Must be willing to take a drug test.
The yacht is currently in Turkey due to launch in June. Cruising the Med for shake down and then trans-Atlantic.
Starting salary is $7,000-$9,000.
Start date is February 1st.
Must have B1/B2 in hand.
Point of contact is [email protected]

Seeking a mature-minded, experienced rotational Chief Officer for a private 70+m M/Y. Vessel is dual season with excellent crew retention.

Ideal candidate will have the following:
Master 3000gt.
Excellent references and longevity on prior vessels
Experience in this role of at least 1-2 years on vessels 60m+

Someone not explicitly seeking 'drive time' or seeing this as a steppingstone opportunity. The outgoing Chief Officer has been with the program for over 3 years.

Salary: Industry standards
Start: Mid-March

Point of contact is [email protected]