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Head of Department

2nd Officer in France

Start date : 2nd December 2025

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Position Deck > 2nd Officer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 74m (243ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Yacht Built 2013

Number of Crew 20

Position Type Temporary

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Posted 8th Nov 2025

Job ID #3262428

Summary

We’re looking for an extra Officer to join a 74m private motor yacht for the Atlantic crossing from La Ciotat to Antigua, departing around 3rd December (weather window dependent).

You’ll be the fourth Officer joining a great deck team and a total crew of 20 for the passage. The position is temporary for the crossing, but a solid opportunity to join a professional setup and gain some bluewater miles on a well-run vessel.

We’re after someone who:

  • Holds valid STCW, ENG1, and OOW (or equivalent)
  • Has previous yacht or commercial bridge experience
  • Is confident on watch and happy to get involved on deck
  • Brings a positive, easy-going attitude and works well in a team
  • Preference will be given to candidates holding a Marshall Islands SDB, an endorsed CoC, and Raytheon-specific ECDIS certification

Details:

  • Location: La Ciotat, France
  • Start: Late November for handover and trip prep
  • Departure: Around 3rd December (weather window dependent)
  • Finish: Antigua
  • Contract: Temporary – Atlantic crossing only
  • Salary: DOE, paid for the duration of the crossing

Great opportunity to join a fun, professional crew for a classic ocean passage on a quality private yacht.

Visas

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

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 Officer of the Watch <3000gt

Location

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  • Destination North Atlantic Ocean (Antigua )
  • Current Location France

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