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Burgess

Lead Deckhand

Start date : 15th September 2025

4,250 USD($)

per month

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Position Deck > Lead Deckhand

Vessel/Shorebased Type 85m (279ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Rotational (3:1)

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 4th Sep 2025

Job ID #2942102

Summary

Burgess recruitment is currently seeking a Lead Deckhand for a 85m+ yacht

This is an exciting opportunity to work onboard a very busy private/charter motor yacht with a great crew and itinerary.

 

 

Requirements


  • Previous experience as lead deckhand or Bosun on 65-75m vessels
  • Ideally OOW or at least some modules already completed
  • Confident tender and tender crane driver
  • Confident on deck with good product knowledge
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, team player
  • Charter experience
  • Water sports/ surfing/kitesurfing/videography/ fishing any other skills huge advantage

 

 

 

Start date: 15 September

Location: Med

Salary: USD 4250

Leave: 3:1

 

Vessel & itinerary – Very busy Private/Charter vessel – dual season

 



Also apply and register through the Burgess website (via 'careers') 

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

**SCAM ALERT** You will never be asked for any money or sensitive personal information during the recruitment process. Always verify details about the job, the yacht, and the recruiter using reliable online resources. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from scams.

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2
  • Schengen/ Visa-Free Exemption (or EU Resident)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RYA Yachtmaster Offshore

About Burgess

Cunard House 15 Regent Street St James's London SW1Y 4LR United Kingdom [ view on map ]

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