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2nd Officer in South Africa

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Position 2nd Officer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 49m (161ft)

Vessel Type Expedition Vessel

Charter/Private Both

Yacht Built 1969

Number of Crew 11

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 6 months - 1 year

Posted 13th May 2025

Job ID #2691733

Summary

World class exploration yacht is looking for its next 2nd Officer.

The yacht will remain within South Africa until June 2025 and then depart towards Madagascar, Tanzania, Comoros Islands, Seychelles and Maldives.

Requirements

  • STCW OOW > 500gt.
  • Confident tender driver. (zodiacs, RIB inboard and jet beach lander)
  • Strong deck skills as its a steel lady painted with AWLgrip products.
  • + If carpentry, dive instructor, fitness instructor or fitness.

On Offer

  • 60 days paid leave per year of work.
  • Temporary contract of one month, that can evolve into a permanent gig.
  • Lots of sea miles, a great program for someone that wants to progress further down the ladder.
  • Salary according to experience.
  • Charter & Private use.

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • Drivers License
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA CoC Officer of the Watch <3000gt

Location

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  • Destination Indian Ocean
  • Current Location Cape Town, South Africa

More from Head of Department

  • Starting 15th May 2025
  • Permanent
  • 49m (161ft) Expedition Vessel
  • South Africa

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