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Head of Department

Chief Officer/1st Mate in Italy

Start date : 15th December 2025

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Position Deck > Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 80m (262ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 22nd Nov 2025

Job ID #3674957

Summary

Position: Rotational Chief Officer (Candidates must be based within Europe.)

This role is open to both male and female candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience.

We are looking for a capable and motivated Chief Officer to join our deck team. The vessel is currently on the market for sale, however we are fully operational. The ideal candidate should have experience in a similar role on yachts of comparable size, with strong navigation and safety management skills. Leadership qualities are essential, along with excellent organisational and administrative abilities, combined with a hands-on approach. The right person will be well presented, respectful, and confident taking on a wide range of responsibilities. You will be working with a deck team made up of a Second Officer, Bosun, and six Deckhands.

Experience:

·        Solid experience as Chief Officer on similar-sized vessels

·        Strong knowledge of ISM and ISPS

·        Proactive and confident attitude towards safety management

·        Great communication and leadership skills, with a focus on team training and development

·        Forward-thinking, adaptable, and able to maintain high standards

Key Responsibilities:

·        Serve as Safety Officer

·        Alternate Security Officer

Bridge & Equipment:

·        Raytheon Synapsis ECDIS

·        Fully paperless bridge

Qualifications:

·        Chief Mate 3000GT as a minimum

·        SSO

·        Raytheon Synapsis Type Specific ECDIS

·        Cayman Island Endorsement

Package:

·        Time-for-time rotation (8 weeks on / 8 weeks off)

·        Single cabin

·        €8,000 per month

Start Date: Mid-December

Languages

English / Fluent

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA CoC Chief Mate <3000gt
Specialised Security Courses
  • Proficiency as Ship Security Officer (SSO) (A-VI/5)

Location

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  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location Italy

More from Head of Department

  • Starting 15th Dec 2025
  • Rotational (2:2)
  • 80m (262ft) Motor Yacht
  • Italy
  • EUR (€)5,500.00 Per Month

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