Summary
Burgess Recruitment is currently seeking a 2nd Officer for a 65m+ private yacht.
This position is ideal for a motivated, safety-conscious candidate with a strong background in deck operations.
Open to a newly qualified OOW, who has some good solid Bosun experience on 60+ yachts.
Requirements
· OOW 3000
· All relevant tickets in hand and up to date
· Furuno Type specific (or willing to complete)
· Strong tender driving skills
· Proven experience in similar position
· Good practical experience – strong maintenance skills – tools, painting, varnishing & happy to teach junior crew.
· Calm, confident leader with a hands-on approach
· Strong communicator across all levels of the deck team
B1B2 visa and Schengen are essential
Responsibilities
- 80% deck / 20% Bridge
· Support Chief Officer with deck planning, operations & crew management
· Assist Bosun with day-to-day running of the deck
· Ensure inventories, ordering & general deck maintenance schedules are kept current.
· Reliable go-between for the deck team and senior officers
· Passage planning & weekly chart/eNP updates
· GMDSS checks
· LSA & FFE maintenance
Start Date: 6 March
Location: US
Salary: DOE
Leave: 5:1 ( please do not apply if looking for rotation)
Training package: The vessel promotes training & personal-development - they value crew who want to progress & enhance their qualifications.
Vessel and itinerary – Busy private yacht- Dual season and further afield cruising-Currently in Florida. Re-locating to Caribbean mid-March-Atlantic Crossing & Med Summer
Great balance of guest use, standby and sea time. Active program with water sports, diving & shore excursions.
Also apply and register through the Burgess website (via 'careers')
Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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