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Head of Department

Chief Officer/1st Mate in Spain

Start date : 19th May 2025

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Position Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 50m (164ft)

Vessel Type Sailing Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Posted 15th May 2025

Job ID #2755084

Summary

We’re on the lookout for a motivated, energetic, and hands-on Chief Officer to join a beautifully maintained sailing yacht as it wraps up a yard period and gears up for an exciting season ahead with a mix of owner and charters.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy, team-driven environment and is eager to take the lead on deck operations.

What we’re looking for:

A licensed Chief Officer or experienced OOW ready to step up.

  • Confidence working with captive winches, large hydraulic systems, and aloft operations.
  • Strong team leadership, excellent communication skills, and a natural “can-do” attitude.
  • Proven experience operating a Jet Tender.
  • A good sense of humour

If you’re passionate about sailing, enjoy variety in your role, and love being part of a fun, professional team, we’d love to hear from you.


Languages

English / Fluent

Essential Qualifications

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

Location

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  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location Spain

More from Head of Department

  • Starting 19th May 2025
  • Permanent
  • 50m (164ft) Sailing Yacht
  • Spain

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