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Captain

Chief Officer/1st Mate in United States

Start date : 1st June 2025

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Position Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 45m (148ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Number of Crew 8

Position Type Contract

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 8th May 2025

Job ID #2744617

Summary

First Officer Wanted — Luxury Superyacht Cruising the U.S. West Coast

Join an elite crew aboard a 44m private superyacht as Cheif Officer on an unforgettable journey up and down the breathtaking West Coast of the USA. From the sun-soaked harbors of Southern California to the wild beauty of the Pacific Northwest, this is your chance to take the helm in one of the most scenic cruising grounds in the world.

Position: First Officer

Location: West Coast USA

Contract: Full-time, with competitive salary and benefits

Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Captain with all navigation, safety, and deck operations
  • Lead and supervise deck crew with professionalism and precision
  • Ensure the highest standards of safety, maintenance, and guest experience
  • Oversee passage planning, bridge watches, and onboard drills

Requirements:

  • Minimum MCA OOW 3000GT or USCG OICNW 500GRT
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills
  • Proven experience aboard 40m+ yachts
  • Confident handling of ISM, ISPS, and bridge procedures
  • Excellent references and a commitment to service

Perks Include:

  • Competitive salary
  • Performance bonuses
  • Top-tier working environment with a professional, dynamic crew
  • Adventurous itinerary along one of North America's most iconic coastlines


Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2
  • Green Card (or US Citizen)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA CoC Officer of the Watch <3000gt
RYA/MCA Deck Modules (OR Short Courses & equivalent)
  • Navigation & Radar (OOW Yachts)
  • General Ship Knowledge (OOW Yachts)

Location

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  • Destination North Pacific Ocean
  • Current Location United States

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