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YOA Yacht Crew

Chief Officer/1st Mate in United States

Start date : 18th 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

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Posted 13th Jun 2025

Job ID #2791708

Summary

We are looking for a First Mate to join a 45m Private Yacht, with an immediate start.


This is a world cruising yacht, with lovely owners, great Captains and crew size of 7-8.


The candidate can be a bosun ready to step up; but must have a good range of experience, to match minimum Yacht Master Offshore ticket.



Fishing, dive experience and engineering experience is required, along with excellent tender handling skills - must have at least PADI Open Water


Drone and videography skills would be a bonus.


The successful candidate will be trained directly by the Captain; and be rewarded with drive time. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to progress to Captain.


Open to couples - Chief Stew or Chef.


Salary: High end of industry standard

Leave: 42days

13th month bonus and training incentives.


Start date immediately (within a week), joining in US.

Must have B1B2 visa.


CVs received through your will be beneficial to your chances of getting shortlisted.

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RYA Yachtmaster Offshore
Diving Qualifications (or Beesac, CMAS or PSAI equivalent)
  • PADI - Open Water

Location

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  • Destination Worldwide/TBC
  • Current Location United States

About YOA Yacht Crew

14 Caithness Court Jacks Point Queenstown 9371 NEW ZEALAND [ view on map ]

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