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Chief Officer/1st Mate in Antigua & Barbuda

Start date : 12th March 2026

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Position Deck > Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 42m (138ft)

Vessel Type Sailing Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 11th Feb 2026

Job ID #3893995

Summary

First Mate for a J Class Yacht

Candidates will come from a strong sailing background and passionate about sailing / water sports. Previous J Class experience is not essential but a huge bonus.

Ideally have a range of experience on performance yachts, be organised and capable of leading a deck team with bosun and deckhand. Must be strong watch leader with the the ability to maintain the deck and equipment to the highest level. This includes servicing Harken winches and advanced splicing.

Chase boat experience is a must as we have 38ft chase boat and a 47ft day sailer that we have with us.

Well established, private program with winter in the Caribbean and summer in the USA. You will be taking over from a long standing First Mate.

Great owners with a growing fleet of boats, great package on offer.

Salary DOE

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2

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)
  • RYA Yachtmaster Offshore
RYA Qualifications
  • RYA Powerboat Level 2

Location

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  • Destination Caribbean Sea
  • Current Location Antigua & Barbuda