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Chief Officer/1st Mate

Start date : 16th September 2025

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Position Deck > Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 101m (331ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 10+ years

Posted 16th Sep 2025

Job ID #2954624

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Chief Officer for a prestigious 100m+ private motor yacht currently in the Mediterranean. The vessel operates on a dual-season itinerary with a busy but well-structured program. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly professional, well-run yacht with a strong focus on safety, guest service, and career development.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the deck department including scheduling, watchkeeping, and maintenance
  • Manage and mentor a team of deck crew (Bosuns, Deckhands, etc.)
  • Ensure ISM, ISPS, and other safety management systems are followed and up-to-date
  • Plan and execute navigational duties in close coordination with the Captain
  • Lead bridge operations, passage planning, and all navigational tasks
  • Oversee deck operations including tenders, toys, and watersports
  • Ensure safety drills and crew training are carried out regularly and effectively

Requirements:

  • Master's Unlimited CoC
  • Proven experience on 80m+ yachts as Chief Officer
  • Strong ISM/ISPS knowledge
  • Bridge team management experience
  • Excellent tender-driving and guest interaction skills
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
  • B1/B2 visa preferred (if applicable)


Visas

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

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 Master (Unlimited) / Class 1
Specialised Security Courses
  • Proficiency as Ship Security Officer (SSO) (A-VI/5)
RYA Qualifications
  • RYA Powerboat Level 2
  • RYA Personal Watercraft Proficiency (PWC)
Diving Qualifications (or Beesac, CMAS or PSAI equivalent)
  • PADI - Open Water