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Burgess

Chief Officer/1st Mate in Sint Maarten

Start date : 11th December 2025

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Position Deck > Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 50m (164ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Temporary

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 9th Dec 2025

Job ID #3801501

Summary

Burgess recruitment is URGENTLY seeking a temp Chief Officer for a 50m motor yacht.

 

We are looking for an experienced Chief Officer to urgently cover temporary leave, there will be two trips during your period onboard.

 

 

Requirements

  • Minimum OOW
  • All relevant certificates in date
  • Proven experience in similar sized vessels
  • Strong knowledge of ISM, ISPS, navigation and watchkeeping
  • Excellent tender driver with chase boats
  • Strong knowledge of deck maintenance and repairs to assist and oversee the Bosun and Deck Department
  • Ready to hit the ground running

 

 

Start date: ASAP

End date: 20 January 2026

Location: St Maarten

Salary: USD 6000-7000 DOE

 

 

Private & Charter vessel in the Caribbean

 

 

Also apply and register through the Burgess website (via 'careers')

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

**SCAM ALERT** You will never be asked for any money or sensitive personal information during the recruitment process. Always verify details about the job, the yacht, and the recruiter using reliable online resources. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from scams.

 

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA Master <200gt / OOW <500gt

Location

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  • Destination Caribbean Sea
  • Current Location Sint Maarten

About Burgess

Cunard House 15 Regent Street St James's London SW1Y 4LR United Kingdom [ view on map ]

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