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19 Yacht Crew

Chief Officer/1st Mate in Italy

Start date : 1st May 2026

4,000 EUR(€)

per month

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Position Deck > Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 29m (95ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Number of Crew 2

Position Type Seasonal

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 18th Feb 2026

Job ID #3901373

Summary

FIRST MATE REQUIRED FOR A 29m MOTOR YACHT (PRIVATE)

Dates: May – September (Seasonal with the potential to become permanent)

Itinerary: Italy – Sicily


We are looking for a First Mate to join this 29m Ferretti Private Motor Yacht working alongside the captain for the upcoming season.

The role will involve supporting the captain with the safe operation and general running of the vessel, will also support with routine checks and help ensure smooth operations throughout the season.

Responsibilities also include cleaning, wash-down, and detailing of both exterior and interior areas, along with the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the vessel, equipment, and onboard systems.

The yacht operates as a dayboat with a crew of two (Captain and First Mate). This is a hands-on position within a small team environment, and the successful candidate should be happy to assist with both exterior and light interior tasks as needed.


REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATION

-             STCW/ENG1

-             Yacht Master needed

-             Ferretti experience advantageous

-             Knowledge of Mediterranean cruising, ports, and marinas

-             Excellent References needed

-             Italian Speaker will be a huge bonus


PACKAGE

-             €4000 per month

-             Flights


Languages

English / Fluent

Italian / 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)
  • RYA Yachtmaster Offshore

Location

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  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location Italy

About 19 Yacht Crew

48 Warwick St, London W1B 5AW, United Kingdom [ view on map ]

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