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Chief Officer/1st Mate in Italy

Start date : 31st January 2026

7,500 EUR(€)

per month

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Position Deck > Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 55m (180ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Charter

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Temporary

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 29th Jan 2026

Job ID #3876766

Summary

We are currently seeking a Temporary Chief Officer to join a 55+m Charter Motor Yacht.


This vessel is currently going through a sale and will be then heading to the shipyard for the winter. The vessel is completing winter shipyard works and pre sale surveys. This is an iconic vessel that has a reputation for charters. there is a potential for the role to go permanent after the sale of the vessel. We are looking for a hands on Chief officer that is able to get his hand dirty on deck, manage the deck team of 4, able to manage the deck maintenance and has a strong knowledge of all bridge procedures and can work with the vessels Full ISM system. The vessel is currently based in Italy and will be heading to the shipyard in the next week.


Please Note: The vessel is for sale and under going pre-sale surveys.

Start Date: ASAP - April 2026


Candidate requirements:

  • Previous experience as a Chief Officer or First Mate on similar-sized yachts
  • Proficient with safety and navigation procedures aboard motor yachts
  • Valid STCW and ENG1
  • OOW 3000GT or Higher
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Experience in yacht maintenance and safety equipment management
  • Good eyes for detail


Package:

  • Salary: €7,000 - 7,500pcm
  • Leave: Consolidated 


**More information available on successful application**

Languages

English / Fluent

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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  • Homeport Italy
  • Destination Italy
  • Current Location Italy

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