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Winch Yacht Recruitment

Chief Officer/1st Mate

Start date : 5th November 2025

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Position Deck > Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 45m (148ft)

Vessel Type Sailing Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 6th Oct 2025

Job ID #2974629

Summary

OOW/1ST OFFICER (3000GT)

Vessel: 45m SY

Start: November 5th

Location: TBC

Contract: Permanent

Salary: 5,000 - 6,000 euros

We are currently looking for an experienced and confident OOW / First Officer to join a 45m+ sailing schooner. This is a hands-on role for someone with a strong sailing background who’s ready to step up into a leadership position, with the opportunity to take charge as Relief Captain during passages, deliveries, and off-charter periods. The yacht has a global itinerary ahead, including a Northwest Passage transit and onward travel to Japan. The Captain will remain onboard for charters and owner trips but is stepping back from full-time duties. This is a great opportunity for a capable sailor looking for progression on a world-traveling vessel. Open to all nationalities. Candidates must have extensive sailing experience with no recent motor yacht experience. Preferred start date is before the 5th of November, but the position will remain open until the right candidate is found.

Languages

English / Fluent

Essential Qualifications

Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA CoC Officer of the Watch <3000gt

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