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Viking Crew

Chief Officer/1st Mate

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Position Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 80m (262ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 5th Jun 2025

Job ID #2780879

Summary

Chief Officer Required – 80M+ World-Cruising motor yacht

We are seeking an experienced Chief Officer for an 80M+ private vessel currently engaged in a world-cruising itinerary.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • A commercial maritime background
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to communicate effectively across departments
  • Experience in managing the deck team, including overseeing deck maintenance and operations
  • Confidence in delegating responsibilities, mentoring junior crew, and fostering a high-performance team environment
  • Strong competency in handling various tenders and crane operations
  • In-depth knowledge and experience with Navigation, Safety, and Security protocols in line with the vessel’s Safety Management System (SMS) 
  • A proactive approach to maximizing the vessel’s capabilities and performance working closely with the captain 

What We Offer:

  • Salary: Paid in USD
  • Rotation: 2:2
  • Accommodation: Single cabin with private bathroom
  • Start Date: End of June 2025
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  • If you're a driven and professional Chief Officer ready to take the next step in your yachting career, 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)
  • Drivers License
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • Reg II/2 CoC Chief Mate (Unlimited) / Master <3000gt

About Viking Crew

Viking House nMenzies RoadnWhitfieldnDovernCT 16 2 FGnUnited Kingdom [ view on map ]

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