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Blue Oceans Yachting

Chief Officer/1st Mate in United States

Start date : 10th June 2025

TBC USD($)

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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 Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 3rd Jun 2025

Job ID #2778724

Summary

1st Mate – 45m FF Worldwide Cruising Vessel (Fishing & Diving Program)

The vessel has a strong focus on fishing, diving, and adventure cruising, with a hands-on and supportive ownership team that values hard work and loyalty.

This is a great opportunity for a motivated Bosun ready to step up into a leadership role, or a current 1st Mate looking for a program with growth potential. You’ll work closely with the Captain, gaining valuable mentorship and the chance to earn drive time for the right performance. Open to couples (Chief Stew or Chef)

Key Requirements:

  • Minimum Yachtmaster Offshore
  • Proven fishing experience (deep-sea/trolling/spearfishing)
  • Diving experience – Dive Instructor certification preferred
  • Excellent tender handling skills
  • Proficient watchkeeper
  • Strong background in fairing, priming, and painting – spraying is a major bonus
  • Some engineering knowledge is a big plus
  • Non-smoker
  • Positive attitude, good communicator, and eager to grow toward a future captain’s role

Perks & Development:

  • Train directly under an experienced Captain
  • Pay is DOE, above industry standards
  • Hands-on program with plenty of learning and growth opportunities
  • If performing well, will be rewarded with drive time
  • Family-style, respectful onboard culture

Start Date:

  • Open to the right candidate with flexible start date – ideally within the next few weeks


If applying as a couple, include your partners name and be sure they are linked to your profile or have a CV attached in your files, thank you.

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2

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)
  • RYA Yachtmaster Offshore

Location

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  • Homeport South Florida, United States
  • Destination Worldwide/TBC
  • Current Location South Florida, United States

About Blue Oceans Yachting

1121 Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale 33301 [ view on map ]

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