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IYC

Chief Officer/1st Mate in France

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Position Deck > Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 40m (131ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 13th Jan 2026

Job ID #3858641

Summary

We are looking for a Chief Officer/First Mate for a 40-meter private motor yacht cruising the Mediterranean. This is a permanent role based in France. Candidates should have experience in a similar position. Min qualifications: YM, OOW preferred.

The role requires good leadership skills and solid knowledge of yacht operations, safety, and maintenance. Yard or refit experience is a plus. The ideal candidate is ready for a long-term position in the south of France and will help ensure the yacht runs smoothly while maintaining high standards of safety and service.

Visas

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

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • Drivers License
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RYA Yachtmaster Offshore
  • RYA Yachtmaster Ocean

Location

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  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location France

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