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Burgess

Chief Officer/1st Mate in United States

Start date : 15th January 2026

9,000 USD($)

per month

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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

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 9th Dec 2025

Job ID #3801849

Summary

Burgess recruitment is currently seeking a Chief Officer for a 55m+ yacht.

 

We are seeking a seasoned and well experienced Chief Officer to join a very professional and well run programme. The ideal candidate will be meticulous, knowledgeable and a great mentor for junior crew on board.

 

Requirements 

·       Chief Officer 3000

·       All certs up to date

·       Minimum 2 years as chief officer on 50m+ vessels

·      Proficiency of Medical person onboard, SSO and all the other required certs

·       Strong knowledge of ISM, ISPS, navigation and watchkeeping

·       Experience with surveys

·       Excellent tender driver with chase boats & able to teach junior crew members

·       Strong knowledge of deck maintenance and repairs to assist and oversee the Deck Department

·       Comfortable with daily, weekly, and monthly checks

·       B1/B2 visa in hand

 

 

 

 

Start date: Mid January 2026

Location:  US

Salary: USD 9000+ DOE

Leave:  90 days

  

Vessel and Itinerary – Private & Charter vessel, currently in the States- Caribbean - TBC

 

 



Please 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
  • 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 Chief Mate <3000gt

Location

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  • Destination Caribbean Sea
  • Current Location United States

About Burgess

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

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