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Welcome to MYS Superyacht Crew

Superyacht Recruitment and Superyacht jobs since 1997, we specialise in placing qualified superyacht crew in Australia, Pacific and worldwide

Our goal is to meet the growing demand for experienced and professional Superyacht Crew in Australia and around the world. Placing Superyacht Crew worldwide, we have been Australia’s Leading Superyacht Recruitment Agency since 1997, understanding both the requirements of owners and the concerns of crew. From ensuring we find suitable, qualified candidates for your yacht or residence to advising crew with their next career steps, we will assist every step of the way.

A branch of Major Yacht Services, Australia’s leading Superyacht agency we have assisted more than 750 visiting superyachts to Australia. Being ex-crew members ourselves we understand the complexity of the roles on board and will appropriately match candidate’s skills and personality to ensure that perfect fit for both Owners and Crew alike.

Our Head office is based in Sydney and being a proud member of the AYSS we have worldwide representation & partners.

What positions do we recruit for?

We Specialise in Superyacht Recruitment for the following core Superyacht Jobs

• Captain Positions
• Officer Positions
• Engineer Positions
• Chef Positions
• Stewardess Positions
• Deckhand Positions

We also provide Superyacht Recruitment for such specialty positions as Dive Instructors, Nurses, Beauticians, Masseuses, Private Jet Hostesses, Private Residence Staff, House Managers, Housekeepers, Private House Chefs, Personal / Executive assistants, Gardeners, Project Managers and New Build Engineers

Our company uses the MLC ( Maritime Labour Convention ) as its guideline when undertaking all its recruitment services.

https://www.amsa.gov.au/international/mlc/

From Australia to Europe, New Zealand to the Caribbean our positions and candidates span the globe and are ready to assist with all your superyacht recruitment needs.

Get in touch today to see how we can assist you with your superyacht crew or employment needs

Sydney – Australia – New Zealand – Pacific – Fiji – French Polynesia – Europe – Fort Lauderdale – Caribbean

Asia – Middle East – North Africa

We have used MYS for all of our requirements since our 44m was Launched last year, This has included a complete crew placement for our new boat, All customs clearance arrivals and departures from Australia for our vessel, Fuel Bunkers at the most competitive price, Supplying local produce at wholesale rates, and the list goes on.

– Captain Paul Maguire, Project AY-54

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Welcome to Crew Pacific Recruitment.

A Super Yacht Recruitment Agency that has been established since 2001 in Cairns, Australia. Crew Pacific specializes in providing a unique and high level of service to luxury Super Yachts within Australia and world-wide.

Crew Pacific provides crew that are either MCA or AMSA qualified, highly trained, and experienced crew that have worked on super yachts both motor or sail within Australia and world-wide.

Crew Pacific understands the unique needs of Owners & Captains when placing competent and experienced crew, whether it is for full time, seasonal or temporary positions.

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Welcome to Crew Pacific's Super Yacht Training.

A Super Yacht Recruitment Agency that has been established since 2001 in Cairns, Australia. Crew Pacific specializes in providing a unique and high level of service to luxury Super Yachts within Australia and world-wide. … Crew Pacific provides crew that are either MCA or AMSA qualified, highly trained, and experienced crew that have worked on super yachts both motor or sail within Australia and world-wide. Crew Pacific understands the unique needs of Owners & Captains when placing competent and experienced crew, whether it is for full time, seasonal or temporary positions.

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Australia’s Leading Training provider for Super Yachts, which has been established since 2001 in Cairns QLD Australia … Crew Pacific specializes and delivers Professional Elementary Super Yacht Steward/ess, Deckhand Steward/ess/Deckhand courses, these courses are recognized both in Australia and Internationally. Crew Pacific’s Elementary Super Yacht courses provides you with the skills & tools and knowledge of what your daily duties are as a crewmember Onboard super yacht and how the MCA AMSA International and National super yacht industry works? Once you are fully super yacht trained & qualified Crew Pacific can then place you onto a Super Yacht world-wide within 1-3 months.

Terms & Conditions

POLICY ON STUDENTS PAYMENTS & REFUNDS FOR THE THEORY (MODULES)

• To obtain the theory training for the 2, 5, 8, & 10 Day super yacht elementary courses an individual fee is required to be paid in full. Once the student has obtained these course modules there is a Non-refundable policy, however if for unforeseen circumstances should occur such as
• A family member bereavement or family member should get hurt badly.
• Student should hurt themselves badly or become critically ill
• Notification must be given in writing, email or by advising a Crew Pacific staff member in the office where the Crew Pacific course is being held. Students should consider the following notification periods as to what sort of refund they can expect.

PRINCIPLES – CREW PACIFIC COURSE CANCELLATION & FEES PAYABLE

• If Crew Pacific has insufficient bookings (numbers) to economically run a scheduled course, we reserve the right to cancel the course by notifying all students that their course has been cancelled. In an event that, Crew Pacific cancels a course, students are eligible for a full refund, or they can transfer to another course.

POLICY ON STUDENTS PAYMENTS & REFUNDS FOR THE PRACTICAL LESSONS 

• On the first day of the practical lessons the outstanding amount for the course you are completing will be required to be paid in full, this fee is Non-refundable policy, however if for unforeseen circumstances should occur such as
• A family member bereavement or family member should get hurt badly and you need to return home immediately.
• Notification must be given in writing, email or by advising a Crew Pacific staff member in the office where the Crew Pacific course is being held. Students should consider the following notification periods as to what sort of refund they can expect
• If Crew Pacific receives notification (In writing, by e-mail or by phone call) from a student that they wish to withdraw from a practical course, the amount of refund to be provided will be as follows.
• Notification more than 5 business days before the date of course  – 100% refund of course fee or transfer to another course at no cost.
• Less than 5 business days before the date of the course – 75% refund of course fee or transfer to another course at no cost.
• Less than 3 business days before the date of the course NO REFUND payment will be made by Crew Pacific, however you can transfer to another course date at no cost.  
• If Crew Pacific has insufficient bookings (numbers) to economically run a scheduled Practical course, we reserve the right to cancel the course by notifying all students that their course has been cancelled. In an event that, Crew Pacific cancels a course, students are eligible for a full refund, or they can transfer to another course.

NON-ATTENDANCE & NO NOTIFICATION WITH BUSINESS HOURS.

• If a student fails to not turn up to a class, no refund will be payable. Students need to be aware that leaving a message on the Crew Pacific office answering service outside of business hours where the course is held on the day before the course is not accepted as a notification of cancellation.
• If a student is sick on the day of their course, and can support this with a medical certificate, they will receive either a full refund or be transferred to alternate date at no charge but must be available to complete the training within six months of the original course date.
• If the student has failed to attend due to any other reason NO REFUND will be payable however a course transfer may be granted at the discretion of the Crew Pacific office.

STUDENT COURSE TRANSFER

A student may request a course transfer without incurring any administration fee but must consider the following conditions.

• Participants will only be permitted to transfer courses once and must complete the training within six months on the original date of enrolment.
• If a student failed to turn up to the scheduled course and can provide evidence to support the reason, they may be awarded one additional transfer. Evidence accepted includes a medical certificate, or evidence of death in the family. Subsequent course transfers granted to the students may incur a 10% transfer fee charged at the discretion of the Crew Pacific office.
• Once a subsequent transfer is granted, no further transfers or refund will be granted.

Students who are more than 30 minutes late for their scheduled transfer course will forfeit all rights to any further transfers or refund.

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN MCA AND AMSA ENDORSED COURSE:

AMSA ENDORSED COURSE:

AMSA course is recognized by “Offshore Super Yacht & Australian Flagged Super yacht. This ticket is recognized in the following countries England, Europe, America, New Zealand and Australia, which means you can obtain work on BOTH offshore super yachts and Australian flagged Super yachts.

MCA ENDORSED COURSE:

MCA courses are only recognized by  “Offshore flagged Super yachts” NOT Australian flagged yachts. This ticket is recognized in the following countries England, Europe, America, which means you would be unable to obtain a job on an Australian flagged super yacht because AMSA does not recognize the MCA training.

How Crew Pacific Started.

Crew Pacific’s Recruitment and Training division was originally established in 2001, however Crew Pacific’s Steward/ess Courses were developed by Joy Weston Owner/Operator of Crew Pacific in 2000.

My experience in the International Super Yacht Industry started in 1992 when I travelled to London to work as a professional Nanny. Looking after two spoilt kids for three months changed my career path radically! I returned to hospitality, working for a 5-star intercontinental hotel (The Forum) based in Earl’s Court. During my six months with the hotel the London Boat Show was running. A couple called Bob and Fiona Freeman were staying in the hotel and I served them several times at the bar and in the restaurant. One particular evening they were quite excited and I, being inquisitive, asked them why??? They told me they just been accepted for a job on a 90ft Super Yacht as Captain and Chief Stewardess. Basically, I had no idea what a Captain was or even a Chief Stewardess, so I asked them. They explained and then proceeded to show me a brochure of the yacht. Wow!!! I was amazed as I had never seen a yacht like this in my life. Coming from a country town in New Zealand and horse riding professionally most of my life, I had only ever been on the Whanganui River in New Zealand on jet boats and this yacht seemed enormous to me at the time. We got chatting and the next thing I know they offered me a position as 2nd Stewardess. I accepted the job and started to write down details of when I would start, where I was to meet the yacht and blah, blah. A month later I flew to the South of France. I was picked up at the airport by Captain Bob and taken to the yacht. Wow!!! When I arrived at the Marina, I realised that I was joining the smallest yacht in the Marina…. yet I was overwhelmed and excited all at the same time. I completed 3 months on board M.Y La Paradiso with Bob and Fiona during which we travelled to Marmaris, Turkey to charter. I resigned due to relationship issues between the captain and wife team.

I stayed on in Marmaris obtaining day-work and freelanced doing stew/deckhand/cook jobs for Sunsail and Moorings flotillas for about a month until I obtained a full-time stew/deckhand position on a sailing yacht called S.Y. Nuku II 72ft. I worked for two years (two seasons in a row) for the Welsh couple, Margaret and Rob, who chartered Nuku II throughout Turkey and Greece, gaining an immense amount of skills and knowledge about sailing yachts and how to become a professional crew-member. After finishing up the second season in Turkey with Rod and Margaret I decided to expand my horizons and sail to the Caribbean.

I organised an unpaid delivery as stew/cook on a 72ft sailing yacht called S.Y. Shonalonga. I would be living and working with 5 South African crew and it would take us up to 6 weeks to reach the Caribbean. During our travels we experienced some bad weather which caused our main sail to whip. We managed to make our way to Gibraltar where we provisioned and fixed the main sail (which I can say is quite an experience in itself), spent 5 days there and then set off into the sunset to the Canary Islands. We had a 2-day layover in the Canary Islands and then sailed to our final destination of Antigua in the Caribbean.

Upon arrival in Antigua I spent 2 weeks on the yacht before being offered a position on a large Super Yacht called S.Y. Snow Goose, 140ft sloop. I completed the season with Snow Goose although I will say I did not have a good experience on my first large yacht (you can find out why during Crew Pacific’s Training Courses!). The experience nearly put me off yachting for the rest of my life. I was very lucky to be rescued by an Irish Captain on a 65ft Swan who employed me as a stew/cook for delivery back to the Mediterranean, more precisely Palma de Mallorca, an island off Barcelona, Spain.

Once we arrived in Palma I stayed on board the yacht for a few days and then discovered a Crew House which I moved into whilst looking for permanent work on yachts. Living in a Crew House is a lot of fun as you get to mingle with many different characters and learn more about the Super Yacht Industry. During my travels at sea I had a lot of time to think about which direction I would like to follow. I decided that I wanted to work on larger vessels ranging from 40-60m as a stew/deckhand and wanted to be on motor yachts. Whilst I was in Palma de Mallorca, I registered with all the international Crewing Agencies (the major agencies which now recognise Crew Pacific’s Training). They assisted me with job opportunities, however I was fortunate enough to find a job myself by walking the docks. I was very lucky to find a good Captain and Owner and a good job all at the same time. A lot of crews were experiencing bad Captains and bad Owners and getting into the wrong job. This can still happen today and depends very much on the questions you ask and your knowledge of the International Yachting Industry. (There are ways you can avoid the pitfalls of the industry and this information is covered in the Crew Pacific Training Courses).

The position I obtained was a stew/deckhand position on a 43m motor yacht (private) working for an Arab owner. My Captain was Larry Barnett (Scottish) and his wife Manu was our Chief Stewardess (German).

This is when my Stewardess Manual started to come into being as I began to realise that the international standards of large yachts were extremely high, with an exceptional level of service which I had never experienced on smaller yachts or in the land hospitality jobs I had held over the years. I started to realise that I had entered into an industry that was “Unique” and “Elite” and that these high-profile people were extremely “Rich” and liked expensive items, fabrics, clothes and objects and so much more….and that they employed the everyday person to look after their yacht and toys so that when they chose to us their yacht it was ready to go and everything was shiny and beautiful for them.

During my six months on board M.Y. Ramses working with Manu the Chief Stewardess, I started to learn many different techniques from her on what a good stewardess ought to be doing on board a larger Super Yacht, such as folding fitted sheets neatly into sets, washing and ironing guest clothing and crew uniforms to a suitable standard, understanding the foreign stain removers, learning various napkin folds and so much more. After six months all the crew left the yacht due to owner issues. I continued the Mediterranean season, freelancing as a stew/cook and stew/deckhand.

At the end of the season I returned to Norfolk Island where my parents had resided and spent 6 months working on Norfolk Island. I then received a phone call from Captain Larry Barnett. He and Manu had obtained a Captain and Chief Stew position on a 43m motor yacht called M.Y. Legend of Tintagel. This yacht was both charter and private. Larry asked if I would like to the join the yacht in Palma de Mallorca, Spain as stew/deckhand. Obviously, I jumped at the opportunity and left on the next plane out of Norfolk Island for my new adventure. During my 2.5 years on M.Y Legend of Tintagel I learnt further skills which I added to the Stewardess Manual. Whilst I was on Legend of Tintagel, I experienced a personality clash with the First Mate. Unfortunately, due to rank, I had to professionally leave the yacht. I do not wish this experience upon anyone however I learnt a lot from it. Larry Barnett the captain found me another job as 2nd Stewardess on a 56m motor yacht called M.Y. Destiny Langkawi, on which I spent 3.5 months and during that period I was promoted to Chief Stewardess. I received a call from Larry Barnett informing me that the First Mate had been dismissed due a stupid incident on board. The owner and Larry asked if I would like to return back to M.Y Legend of Tintagel. I agreed I would return to Legend of Tintagel on the condition I was offered the 2nd stewardess position. I got my wish and spent the rest of the season on board before the yacht was sold to an American owner.

At the end of 1998 I returned again to my home base of Norfolk Island and started to research the Industry in the South Pacific. Things slowly started to fall into place for the Steward/ess Course. For the first part of 1999 I worked casually in Norfolk Island and during this time I started to develop the Stewardess Training Manual.  I began to research Crewing Agents and training organisations in New Zealand as the America’s Cup was to be held in New Zealand in 2000. Late 1999 I flew to Auckland, New Zealand for 2 weeks, held business discussions with International Crewing Agents and various training organisations, however nothing really came of it until I meet Ami Ari from Crew Unlimited, an International Crewing Agent from Ft Lauderdale which I used whilst working on Super Yachts overseas. Ami’s word of wisdom to me was to start my own business and become the first person in the South Pacific and Southeast Asia to develop a Super Yacht Steward/ess Course for the International Super Yacht Industry and to incorporate a recruitment agency into this venture so each would complement the other.

I flew back to Norfolk Island to get the wheels turning. I had just been back in Norfolk Island for a couple of weeks when I received a surprising call from out of the blue!!!  A yacht manager, Mr Tony Smith, asking if I would like a position as Sole Stew on a 35m motor yacht called Kokomo II. At first, I was not interested in the position at all, however I changed my mind very quickly as the yacht was travelling to Auckland, New Zealand for the America’s Cup and then heading to Sydney for the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. I had an interview, was offered the position and flown to Sydney at the end of 1999 to join the yacht. I spent 18 months on board M.Y. Kokomo II and during that time was given the opportunity to complete courses to assist me in the setting up of Crew Pacific. Eventually Kokomo II ended up in Cairns, Queensland, Australia for a refit. I assisted with the refit and eventually resigned in September 2001. This is when I registered Crew Pacific. At the beginning of 2002 Crew Pacific’s 8-Day Internationally Recognised Super Yacht Stewardess Course was launched.

In 2005 I purchased a two storey Queenslander which i turned into a Crew House (accommodation for yacht crew) office and training facilities, where i run our short 2 day super yacht induction course and the 5 and 8 Day Super yacht Steward/ess course. Late 2011 I sold the crew house/office and moved into a new premises. (22 Minnie Street, Cairns, Australia). Crew Pacific no longer has a crew house. Crew Pacific’s main focus these days is just Super yacht Training and Recruitment.

By the middle of 2012 Crew Pacific launched two new courses; a 5-day Super yacht Deckhand course and a 8 day Super yacht Steward/ess/Deckhand course. Then in 2017 we started up the Crew Pacific 10 Day Super Yacht Steward/ess/Deckhand course. These courses are specifically tailored to the International Super yacht industry and are the “First in the world” to be developed. These courses have been developed to provide the appropriate “Knowledge Skills & tools” required to be a Deckhand or Steward/ess/Deckhand on an International Super Yacht.  These courses wouldn’t have come about with the help of professional Yacht Captains and First mates that assisted me in the development of these courses. The Deckhand course criteria has been developed to the level and standard of a 50m-80m motor yacht. Students will learn the “Finesse and Skills” that are required for these types of vessels, both Motor and Sail. These skills will help to increase your chances of employment aboard yachts in Australia or overseas.

Crew Pacific’s aim is to train crew to the highest standard of the International Yachting Industry and be able to give them the opportunity to travel, be well paid, have exciting adventures and to meet some of the richest and most famous people in the world. This industry is awesome and if I could do it all over again i would!!!

Joy Weston Owner/Operator Crew Pacific

UNRIVALLED SERVICE

Hello it's Dave and Corina, welcome to Superyachts 153°. We established our agency in response to the growing demand for yacht support to serve vessels arriving in unique Australia.  ​

After years of working on superyachts all over the world, we saw Australia as an undervalued destination. With so much potential for exploration, and a country that is supporting this industry, it seemed only natural that we were in an ideal position to assist in attracting more superyachts not only to Australia, but the south pacific. ​

We ‘work with’ our vessels and have their best interest in mind. As a crew member working onboard a superyacht you always need to think a step ahead and provide solutions before / or when questions are raised. We are on call for our vessels 24/7 to provide answers or to assist anytime. We support the captain and crew, so they are free to focus on the vessel and their guests.

A LAND OF HUGE DIVERSITY 

Australia is a land of huge diversity: our culture, the landscape and of course the wildlife. Our Aboriginal people are the oldest living culture on earth, they have been managing our land for more than 65000 years! 

Our vast country stretching 7.7million square kilometres provides endless opportunity for exploration, relaxation and adventure. Dive the iconic Great Barrier Reef in Queensland or enjoy the Whitsunday Islands; cruise Sydney's famous Harbour and the multiculturalism of a worldly city. Experience the wonders of Tasmania, hike its rugged mountains, play challenging golf courses or enjoy up close wildlife encounters. South Australia has the stunning Kanagroo Island and The Barossa Valley, home to some of the world's best Shiraz. In the West, Australia's largest state, you can cruise with Killer Whales, surf the Indian Ocean, enjoy Margaret River Wineries or snorkel with Whale Sharks. The Northern Territory also allows for opportunities to adventure in the outback, from country sized cattle stations and endless deserts, the incredible Uluru and wild Kakadu.

If it sounds like there is a lot to see and do - well, there is and we are only just scratching the surface. Australia is a destination you will never stop exploring.

AGENCY SERVICES

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MARINA RESERVATIONS

BERTHS & ANCHORAGES

PROVISIONS & RESERVATIONS

DINING & DELIVERIES

CUSTOM EVENTS & PLANNING

GUESTS & CREW

ONSHORE ACCOMMODATION

ARRANGEMENTS & BOOKINGS

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EQUIPMENT & ASSISTANCE

Carter Marine Agencies provides unparalleled luxury yacht agency and concierge services for superyachts cruising Australian waters. With over 60years of combined industry experience, you can rest assured you’re in good hands.

Welcome to Carter Marine Agencies

Recognized by AYSS and Superyacht Australia, consistently endorsed in the SuperYacht Services Guide, and celebrating our 20th year in 2023, Carter Marine Agencies stands as one of Australia’s foremost Superyacht Agencies.

Our team of highly skilled professionals thrive on integrity, passion and transparency, valuing each client as a trusted partner and friend.

Our team possess a deep understanding of the unique requirements of Superyachts which together with vast local knowledge, is pivotal to anticipating and exceeding the expectations of our clients.

We look forward to welcoming you on your next journey to Australian waters.

“Carrie and her team are exemplary yacht agents….They go that extra mile, every time, and their warmth and professionalism with every request, no matter how big or small, sets them apart from the rest”

– Captain Giles Smith

Meet The Team

Based in Cairns, Australia and with extensive networks both domestically and further afield across the Papua New Guinea, Asia and South Pacific regions, our team of experienced professionals will ensure seamless logistics for an unforgettable experience on your next adventure to the land Downunder.

CARRIE CARTER

Founder & Director

Founder & Director, Carrie built the company from the grass roots almost 20 years ago, after identifying an opportunity to use her natural flair & extensive experience as a shipping agent to service the bespoke superyacht industry. Carter Marine Agencies was established on Carrie’s foundation of integrity, passion and dedication to ‘exceed expectation’, and every client is treated with the respect of an old, trusted friend.

Boasting over 40 years in combined marine agency services, and with Carter Marine celebrating 20 years in 2023, Carrie has played a major role in realizing the potential held by Australia to attract Superyachts by offering bespoke, high integrity agency services. Carrie fully understands the special requirements, attention to detail and quality of service expected by visiting yachts, captains, owners and crew.

Carrie Carter’s natural flair and dedication has quickly established a trusted, world-class agency for international and domestic superyachts that contributes significantly to Australia’s reputation as a premium superyacht destination.

Carrie Carter has been instrumental in growing the number of superyachts visiting Cairns, Australia, by almost 800% since the company was established in 2003. Carter Marine Agencies holds a reputation for being one of Australia’s leading Superyacht Agencies, endorsed by AYSS, Superyacht Australia, and receiving numerous Captain’s recommendations in the SuperYacht Services Guide every year.

TINA FLEKNOE

Operations Manager

Tina, our Operations Manager, shares a longstanding partnership with Carrie spanning more than a decade. Leveraging an impressive background of over two decades in shipping and logistics, Tina’s meticulous approach to behind-the-scenes operations, coupled with her unwavering commitment to consistently surpass expectations, assures seamless delivery for our clients. Tina’s ability to anticipate and mitigate potential challenges are invaluable and foster a foundation of confidence and trust among our longstanding and valued clients.

Boasting over 40  years in combined marine agency services, and with Carter Marine celebrating 20 years in 2023, Carrie has played a major role in realizing the potential held by Australia to attract Superyachts by offering bespoke, high integrity agency services.    Carrie fully understands the special requirements, attention to detail and quality of service expected by visiting yachts, captains, owners and crew.

Carrie Carter’s natural flair and dedication has quickly established a trusted, world class agency for international and domestic superyachts that contributes significantly to Australia’s reputation as a premium superyacht destination.

Carrie Carter has been instrumental in growing the number of superyachts visiting Cairns, Australia by almost 800% since the company was established in 2003.

Carter Marine Agencies holds a reputation for being one of Australia’s leading Superyacht Agencies, endorsed by AYSS, Superyacht Australia, and receiving numerous Captain’s recommendations in the SuperYacht Services Guide every year.

Superyacht Australia

Superyacht Australia is the peak body for the Australian Superyacht Industry. Our key focus is to develop and promote the South Pacific’s international competitiveness as a destination for the global superyacht fleet; to increase visitations of superyachts to Australia; and to promote the capabilities of the Australian superyacht industry to service a visiting vessels’ every need.

Australia is renowned for its iconic attractions, pristine and secluded cruising grounds, award-winning repair and refit businesses, marina facilities and long-established supply chain. 

Come on down.  A warm welcome awaits you!

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Superyacht Australia in partnership with superyachts.com is pleased to present ‘Australia InDepth’, a series of informative short documentary films on the vast and incredible destinations on offer when cruising in Australian waters and the world-class service capabilities available to support visiting vessels..

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MARINE JOBS

Marine Jobs is an online ‘career centre’ designed to make it easier for employers to advertise vacancies and for people to find the right job for them in the marine industry. This new industry jobs platform provides a range of career resources, including information on apprenticeships and industry training, writing a resume and preparing for an interview.

Click on the link below to see what jobs are now available.

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Major Yacht Services, (MYS), has been especially designed to meet the growing demands of Superyachts visiting Australian waters. MYS has access to agencies on a global scale. We are a member of the worldwide Association of Superyacht Support Services (AYSS), www.ayss.org , with representatives in over 30 countries & growing. MYS is also associated to the Priority Parts network, a worldwide supplier of spare parts to Australian superyachts, Superyachts visiting Australia & Superyachts in the Asia / Pacific region

Building upon years of experience in the marine industry, both locally and internationally, and with an extensive network of preferred suppliers we are able to provide anything that a visiting superyacht and its personnel might require.

Thank you for taking the time to explore our company and the services we offer. We look forward to being of assistance to you, your guests and your crew.

Enjoy your stay Kind regards Geoff Majer & The Team at Major Yacht Services

Meet The Team

Geoff Majer - Managing Director

With 7 years as an engineer in the Royal Australian Navy and 8 years as a chief engineer on Superyachts in Europe and America, Geoff Majer founded Major Yacht Services in 1997 to cater for the growing demand of Superyachts visiting Australian waters.

The first Superyacht specific agency offering agent services throughout Australia, Geoff proved to be an industry leader with his role in the development of the NSW superyacht industry foundation, his Chairmanship of the AYSS and his continual advocacy for the development of the Superyacht industry within Australia.

Simon Henry - Crew Placement Manager and Superyacht Support

Simon was the Operations Manager of a Sydney Surf company when he heard about the yachting industry through a friend back in 2005. Resigning immediately, Simon flew to Antibes and found work as a 1stmate on a charter yachthis very first day of dock walking. With a track record like this it is not surprising Simon now heads up crew placement here at MYS.

Over the next 10 years, Simon progressed his career working his way up to captain, holding both MCA and AMSA qualifications and working on Superyachts throughout Europe, North Africa, America and the Australian East coast. With a good knowledge of both the local and overseas market Simon is equipped to provide shore based support to both foreign and domestic travelling superyachts.

David McQueen - New Builds and Refit

Over the past 34 years David has been involved in some of the most advanced designed Motor Yachts of their time. His experiences are vast, from wooden boat building to mega yacht construction, major refit and repair projects as well as management of international boatbuilding companies at a CEO level.

He has worked closely with leading world designers such as Jon Bannenberg, with whom he built more than 12 super yachts including the world renowned High Speed 50 m - MY Thunder.

Previous projects include, MY Ilona 74m, MY Ilonka 50m, MY Hey Jude 44m, MY Crystal Lady, 36m, MY Perfect Persuasion 46m MY Aussie Rules 69m, MY Sagitta 58m, MY Oceana 54m, MY Moecca 45m, MY Mercedes II 37m, MY Parts VI 50m.

Les Wright - Company Accountant

Having maybe stepped onto a yacht once in his early childhood, Les has very little knowledge about yachts other than that they cost allot of money to maintain. For what he lacks in seamanship he makes up in his stringent account keeping and advice on taxation law. Having now worked very closely with MYS for several years Les not only knows what a desalination plant is but how a foreign travelling yacht can claim one GST free.

Sasha Pollett - –Accounts

Sasha was born and raised in Australia. She’s passionate about fitness & a healthy lifestyle. After graduating from Mount St Benedict College in 2012 she began a career in personal training & athletics coaching. Sasha discovered the Marine Industry and began working at Major Yacht Services in March of 2018 in the Accounts Department.

She’s now thoroughly integrated into the team, Sasha’ main role is Customer Services and accounts payable/receivable. Superyacht Crew visas are also a speciality. During her spare time she loves going on hikes discovering beaches along the coast, sometimes accompanied by her loyal golden retriever.

Sandra Phillips - Accounts & Office Manager

With a love for the water & yachting, Sandra joined the MYS Team in 2019 and brings with her years of experience specialising in sales, marketing, accounts, & office management with a strong focus on customer service. She manages all the accounting matters of our MYS clients & suppliers, the MYS online & chandlery store sales as well as the daily running of our office. Sandra also manages the processing of the Superyacht Sponsorships & Superyacht Crew Visa Applications. With her knowledge & experience she aims to provide the highest quality service to our valued MYS Clients.

In her spare time, she loves being on her boat with her family around Sydney harbour, going to the beach & entertaining friends & family.

Stephanie Bell - Yacht Support Brisbane/Gold Coast

Stephanie is the newest member of the Major Yacht Services team. With over seven years’ experience as a stewardess, she began her career in 2016 in the South of France.

Since then, she’s worked her way across the Caribbean, the Bahamas, east coast of the USA, Sydney, Brisbane, and the Whitsundays.

Now permanently based in Brisbane, Stephanie will be bringing her experience and knowledge land-based, ready to assist vessels across the Brisbane and Gold Coast region.

Camille Lebègue - Marketing assistant intern

Camille was born in the South of France and is currently doing a Degree of Business. In January 2019 Camille commenced employment with MYS. She’s passionate about the yachting industry & Australia, so naturally she decided to apply for work at MYS.

Camille helps the team in all areas but predominantly her responsibility is social media and maintaining the two websites (Major Yacht Services and MYS Superyacht Crew). Her experiences with MYS are providing her with a taste of the Superyacht Industry. Camille intends to continue in this field when she returns to the South of France. During her spare time she loves to experience travel and experience Australia.

Christina Prince - Yachts Support Cairns

With a background that spans 5-Star hotels and 7-Star yachting, Christina is known to throw a few tri-weekly parties on behalf of international millionaires in the most remote and high-profile locations in the world. With a smooth hand she can help co-ordinate the easy running of all your land to yacht logistics.

Now based in Cairns, Far North Queensland. Christina looks forward to helping you continue to delight and enchant clients, by providing authentic, from the heart, impeccable services and products for that ‘WOW’ factor!

Major Yacht Services provide outstanding luxury superyacht services to both locally based Australian Superyachts, motor yachts and superyachts visiting Australian waters. A specialist in superyacht berthing and bunkering – superyacht fueling, we can assist with all your superyacht customs clearance paperwork and anything out of the ordinary.

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Australian Superyacht Services is the premier yacht agent in Australia.

Our team has vast experience in the Australian and Asia-Pacific superyacht scene, with a thorough understanding of the needs and expectations of yacht owners, captains and crew.

In 2015, Australian Superyacht Services provided agency services to the majority of the large international yachts that visited our shores. Expanding operations to Cairns was a natural progression as this is often the first port of call before cruising the East Coast of Australia.

Established in 1999 prior to the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, the company has grown into a multi-faceted yachting services business providing vital support and assistance to the Australian superyacht sector.

With a combined experience of over 100 years, Australian Superyacht Services is staffed exclusively by former large-superyacht officers and crew including Captains, Chief Officers, Chief Engineers, Pursers and Chief Stewardesses.

The Sydney Yacht Agent team; Captain Richard Morris, Chief Officer Sean Anker, Chief Engineer Ron Eldridge and Purser Kylie Herring are now joined in the Cairns office by Captain Pat McLoughlin and his wife, former Cruise Director, Nikki Giumelli.

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Danish King Frederik and his Australian-born wife visit Sweden on their first official trip abroad

From left, Sweden’s Queen Silvia, Denmark’s Queen Mary, Denmark’s King Frederik X and Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf stand, at Skeppsbron, in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 6, 2024. Denmark’s King Frederik X has arrived in Stockholm, accompanied by his Australian-born wife Queen Mary, as he embarked on his first official visit abroad as new Danish monarch. (Jonas Ekströmer/TT News Agency via AP)

CAPTION CORRECTS BYLINE Denmark’s King Frederik X is welcomed by Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf, on arrival, at Skeppsbron, in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 6, 2024. Denmark’s King Frederik X has arrived in Stockholm, accompanied by his Australian-born wife Queen Mary, as he embarked on his first official visit abroad as new Danish monarch. (Ida Marie Odgaard/Ritzau Scanpix via AP)

Denmark’s King Frederik X, foreground, stands by Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf, with Denmark’s Queen Mary and Sweden’s Queen Silvia, in the Hall of State at the Royal Palace in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 6, 2024. Denmark’s King Frederik X has arrived in Stockholm, accompanied by his Australian-born wife Queen Mary, as he embarked on his first official visit abroad as new Danish monarch. (Fredrik Sandberg//TT News Agency via AP)

CAPTION CORRECTS SOURCE Denmark’s King Frederik X, left and Queen Mary, are welcomed by Sweden’s Queen Silvia, centre right and King Carl XVI Gustaf, upon their arrival, at Skeppsbron, in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 6, 2024. Denmark’s King Frederik X has arrived in Stockholm, accompanied by his Australian-born wife Queen Mary, as he embarked on his first official visit abroad as new Danish monarch. (Ida Marie Odgaard/Ritzau Scanpix via AP)

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COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Denmark’s King Frederik X arrived in Stockholm on Monday with his Australian-born wife Queen Mary, as they begin their first official visit abroad as new Danish monarchs.

The 55-year-old Frederik was proclaimed king on Jan. 14 after his 83-year-old mother, Queen Margrethe II, who was Europe’s longest-reigning monarch, abdicated.

In the Swedish capital, Frederik and Mary were first greeted by Crown Princess Victoria and her husband Prince Daniel, who boarded the Danish royal yacht Dannebrog.

They then took the gilded Swedish Royal Barge to shore and were welcomed there by King Carl XVI Gustaf, Sweden’s longest-reigning monarch, and German-Brazilian-born Queen Silvia.

The welcome also included a cannon salute and music by Sweden’s Royal Guards, lined up on the quay at the foot of the Swedish royal palace.

Relations between the two royal houses are close. Frederik’s grandmother, Queen Ingrid who died in 2000, was a Swedish princess.

The May 6-7 visit includes meetings with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kirstersson and the speaker of the Swedish Parliament. A visit to a military facility is also scheduled.

Danish government members also accompanied the royals, among them Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen and Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen.

Danish monarchs, whose roles are ceremonial, traditionally travel to other Scandinavian countries first. Although Frederik had a solo visit to Poland in January , it was planned before his mother’s surprise New Year’s Eve abdication.

Later this month, Frederik and Mary will travel to Oslo, where they will be greeted by King Harald V and Queen Sonja.

Frederik’s mother was t he first Danish monarch to voluntarily relinquish the throne in nearly 900 years, causing the Nordic nation to experience its first royal succession in more than a half century.

Denmark’s monarchy traces its origins to 10th century Viking king Gorm the Old, making it the oldest in Europe and one of the oldest in the world.

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Yacht chartering offers superyacht owners the opportunity to make the most of their asset; representing a significant opportunity to generate excellent financial return and increase the options an owner has available to them on the structure of ownership.

We help owners market their vessel for charter on the open market or by discreet routes for selected charters only.

Whether you wish to charter your yacht year round or simply undertake a few select charters to keep your crew busy and cover some running costs, Australian Superyachts’ dedicated charter management division will act as marketing agent for the promotion of your vessel to an extensive network of clients and brokers worldwide.

As Charter Central Agent, we will ensure your yacht is promoted globally through our industry network via YACHTFOLIO to brokers worldwide (of over 200 companies and 800 brokers), ensuring your yacht is considered amongst the first for any charter enquiry in Australia and or internationally.

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