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West Nautical

2nd Officer in France

SDWSR

Start date : 16th February 2026

6,500 EUR(€)

per month

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Position Deck > 2nd Officer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 70m (230ft)

Vessel Type New Build

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 1 - 2 years

Posted 6th Feb 2026

Job ID #3886925

Summary

West Nautical Crew are seeking an ambitious, dynamic, experienced 2nd Officer for a 70m new build.

Launching April/May this yacht has an incredible itinerary, great Captain & owner who have worked together for many years.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience on a similar sized vessel, someone who has climbed the ranks from Deckhand to Bosun, has strong deck leadership skills & the confidence to grow into this role.

This is a great opportunity for career progression as the Captain & owner supports progression, promotion & the possibility of working on other vessels as well, within the family fleet.

Previous drive experience is a bonus but not essential, as this will be given once onboard.

Additional skills are a huge positive - carpentry, painting, water sports instructor, diving, fitness, drone photographer/videographer etc.

Previous longevity is important 18 months+ on one yacht, climbing the ranks of progression a bonus.

This is not an 'back of the office' role, hands on, ambitious attitude is required & in return, training up for the next level will be provided.

Qualifications required:

STCW, ENG1

3000gt OOW

AEC 1&2 (not essential)

Power Boat L2

SSO (not essential)

Proven longevity ESSENTIAL

Additional deck skills (carpentry, painting, diving, water sports instructor etc)

Strong leadership skills for deck team

ISM/ISPS experience

Package Offered:

Full time permanent position

€6,500

60 days leave

SEA contract

Onboard training & career progression

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)
  • Drivers License
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA Master <200gt / OOW <500gt
  • MCA CoC Officer of the Watch <3000gt
RYA Qualifications
  • RYA Powerboat Level 2
  • RYA Personal Watercraft Proficiency (PWC)

Location

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  • Homeport Italy
  • Destination Worldwide/TBC
  • Current Location France

About West Nautical

West Nautical Limitedn18a Osborne RoadnJesmondnNE2 2AD [ view on map ]

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