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Captain

Chief Officer/1st Mate in France

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Position Deck > Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 55m (180ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Yacht Built 2017

Number of Crew 13

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Posted 6th Oct 2025

Job ID #2974797

Summary

Start Date:Rotation start beginning of November.

Location: Europe (yard period) → Atlantic crossing → Caribbean season

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Chief Officer (MCA Chief Mate 3000 GT) to join a well-run 55m dual-season vessel. The yacht is wrapping up a shipyard period and preparing for an Atlantic crossing ahead of an exciting Caribbean season.

Requirements:

  • Chief Mate 3000 GT ticket (MCA-approved)
  • Proven experience as Chief Officer or 2nd Officer stepping up on 50m+ yachts
  • Strong deck management and maintenance scheduling background
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring skills
  • Confident with bridge operations, navigation, and ISM/ISPS procedures
  • B1/B2 visa
  • Current STCW, ENG1, and PDSD

Bonus Points:

  • Shipyard experience and good understanding of refit planning
  • Interest or experience with guest watersports and operations
  • Positive, hands-on attitude and strong team ethos

Package:

  • Competitive salary (DOE)
  • Excellent crew culture and longevity onboard
  • Dual-season cruising with strong owner and program stability

If you’re a proactive, career-focused officer looking to join a tight-knit team ahead of a busy season, we’d love to hear from you.

Visas

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

Essential Qualifications

Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA CoC Chief Mate <3000gt

Location

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  • Homeport La Ciotat
  • Destination Worldwide/TBC
  • Current Location France

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