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YOA Yacht Crew

Chief Officer/1st Mate in France

Start date : 1st September 2025

6,000 EUR(€)

per month

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Position Deck > Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 55m (180ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 18th Aug 2025

Job ID #2924368

Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Chief Officer for a 2:2 rotational position onboard a busy 55m+ Private / Charter Yacht.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well established dual season Private and Charter vessel currently in the Med. The vessel is looking for an enthusiastic leader to help steer the deck team in addition to being the right hand man for the rotational Captains. The ideal candidate should have an in depth knowledge of ISM and ISPS and be meticulous in their application of bridge work. You will be responsible for the maintenance of all LSA and FFE along with planned maintenance and drill schedules onboard. The vessel runs with full Raytheon ECDIS so an understanding of this system, passage planning and the associated online publication updates is also very beneficial.

The vessel has a busy owners program so experience in large tenders (30ft plus) and any additional water sports skills are a big plus.

B1/B2 in hand is beneficial but not essential.

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 Chief Mate <3000gt

Location

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  • Destination Worldwide/TBC
  • Current Location France

About YOA Yacht Crew

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

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