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With Bluewater's expertise in crew training and yacht crew recruitment, finding your ideal yacht crew vacancy is simple. We offer yacht management services to a variety of exclusive superyachts. Our team excels in sourcing top-notch yacht crew positions, spanning from 25-meter private yachts in the Bahamas to 50-metre charter yachts in the Mediterranean to luxurious 100+ metre superyachts navigating the globe extensively.

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Yacht Crew Training

Alongside sourcing the latest yacht crew jobs worldwide, Bluewater offers a range of specialised yacht crew training courses. Whether you're new to the superyacht industry seeking entry-level qualifications, an experienced deckhand or engineer aiming to advance your career, or a dedicated crew member looking to enhance your resume with certifications like HELM (Human Element Leadership and Management), Yachtmaster, or OOW (Officer of the Watch), explore our comprehensive yacht crew training options.

Working on a Luxury Yacht

Working as a crew member on a superyacht is undeniably one of the most rewarding yet demanding professions, calling for hard work, dedication, and professional training. The opportunities within the yachting industry are vast, and at Bluewater, we are committed to helping every crew member discover their ideal yacht crew position. Our recruitment division focuses on finding the perfect yacht for crew members and provides unparalleled professional support. Our recruitment experts guide crew members through every step of their yachting career journey, ensuring they receive the best possible assistance.

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Whether you're seeking a yacht crew position as a deckhand, engineer, onboard masseuse, stewardess, chef, chief stewardess, purser, first officer, or captain, take control of your yacht career. Create a profile and join one of the world's largest yachting communities for free.

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• Seasonal (possibly permanent)
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, PBII, Yachtmaster Offshore (ideally)
• Experience: in a similar position
• Salary: TBC

• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, Food & Hygiene Level 2
• Experience: 2 Years +
• Salary: 6000EUR
• Qualifications: Y3 or quivalent
• Experience: 5+ Years Engineer
• Salary: €7800
• Permanent (Rotation 3:1)
• Experience: 1 Years +
• Salary: DOE
• Permanent, 5:1 Rotation
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1,PDSD
• Experience: Cruise ships or 1 season + yachting
• Salary: €2,800
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1
• Experience: At least 1 season of 2nd stew
• Salary: Industry standard
• Permanent, 5:1
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, Yachtmaster Offshore (ideally), PBII
• Experience: minimum 2 years’ and carpentry
• Salary: 4000 EUR
• Experience: 5 Years +
• Salary: 4500EUR (DOE)
• Temporary (Until July)
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, PDSD, PBL2
• Experience: 1 Year +
• Salary: 4500 to 5500USD (DOE)
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, PBL2

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Mega Yacht Crewing Jobs

CruiseJobFinder also specializes in helping people find great yacht crew jobs on privately owned sailboats and luxury yachts. This can range from a 50-foot sailboat sailing through the Mediterranean to a mega yacht, owned by one of the world's richest individuals, which is sailing all over the globe. These types of jobs are a great alternative to working on a cruise ship and offer a truly unique experience.

Working Aboard a Luxury Yacht: An Overview

Imagine your days full of work where you will meet people from all over the world, travel to exotic destinations, eat gourmet meals with a private chef and feel the breeze of the ocean air right in your office. Seems a little far fetched right?

Charter yachts take guests on a single or multi-day trip for a fee. Some of these yachts may be commercially owned by a large corporation while others are owned by private individuals who commonly act as captain.

What about mega yachts such as those owned by Saudi princes and the billionaires of the world like Paul Allen, the Microsoft co-founder, and famous golfer Tiger Woods? Mega Yachts, luxury yachts and superyachts are all yachts that are 78 feet or more. These vessels can cost from one million U.S. dollars or more.

Finally, smaller yachts are much more affordable than they once were and more captains are buying their own yacht and pushing off anchor to explore the world on their own terms.

No matter the size of the vessel a crew is necessary.

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Unlike the busy cruise lines, working on private yachts offers an opportunity to work with a small amount of guests and co workers. The intimate setting paints a pretty picture enabling crew members to bond closely with their fellow crew members, employers and guests that make take passage upon the yacht they work for.

Yachting etiquette must be portrayed and a sense of adventure is a must!

Want to get a taste for the yacht crewing life? These pages preview some of what you'll learn more about in our Members Section:

• What it's like to live and work on a yacht
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• Types of positions on mega yachts
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• Steward and stewardess jobs on yachts
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• ...and Lots More

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The Inside Scoop On Crewing Positions

CruiseJobFinder gives you the information you need to learn the ropes. As a Member you'll have access to all kinds of great information, including:

• Overview - A step-by-step job search strategy and advice for using CruiseJobFinder.
• Yacht Jobs: A Day in the Life - Working on a private yacht can peacefully sweep you away into another mentality that you may have never known could exist outside of the 9-5 confines. Work on a private yacht can be long hours and busy but the work is different than a long busy day at the office. Do you wear a uniform? What are the sleeping arrangements like?
• Yacht Crewing Options - The three primary options are crewing for a captain, on a luxury yacht, or charter yacht.
• Yacht Job Descriptions - Nearly a dozen different jobs described, from Captain and Mate to Chef and Steward.
• Safety Guidance for Yacht Crew Job Seekers - To be certain there is far more dangerous work than that which can be found on a yacht. Nevertheless, we tell you some things to watch out for.
• Health and Hygiene at Sea - There's no room for a 'slob' on a luxury yacht, that's for sure. Learn what's expected in terms of etiquette, health, and hygiene. Plus, seasickness remedies and health insurance recommendations.
• Sea Skills and Training - Whether your ambition is to become captain or steward on a yacht, licensing in some area of nautical life is bound to be a part of your job plans. Find out what your options are.
• Yacht Crew Resume Tips - At some point you're going to find yourself face to face with someone who's hiring for a yacht job. What kinds of questions will they ask? What is s/he looking for on your resume? We've got some thoughts on this topic and share those thoughts in our yacht jobs resume tips section.
• Working on Yachts: Marketing Your Skills - It will be important to identify which type of yacht you wish to work for before developing your applicant presentation package. A charter boat company may seek people with completely different skillsets than the hiring manager for a 100-foot luxury yacht preparing for a round-the-world voyage. Learn how to properly market your skillset for the type of job your're seeking.
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Luxury yachts, charter yachts, and captain-owned yachts are all types of yachts that exist in this industry. Each one of them offers an amazingly different pace of life away from office life or for that matter any other sea work available.

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Temporary Deckhand required for a Private 35m M/Y, currently based in New Zealand.

With an exciting itinerary of Fiji, this is an ideal position for someone wanting to work alongside a great Captain and First Mate team.

The ideal candidate will have: PBL2 and experience...

Job Details:

Job ID: #7111 Job Type: Temporary Start Location: New Zealand Start Date: 20 May 2024 Qualifications (Preferred): Yacht Rating, RYA Power Boat Level 2 Languages: English Min Yachting Experience: 1-2 Years Gender Required: Male Smokers: No Cabin Type: Shared

Housekeeper Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan have a Housekeeping position available based in Oxfordshire. Our client is looking for someone with high attention to details, takes initiative and have at least 2 years of experience in Housekeeping working for high end clients. Location: Oxfordshire, UK Salary: 40k PA Start: May 2024 Accommodation: Live-in The ideal candidate will hold the right to work/live in the UK. Please send CV to [email protected] if you think this is for you.

Second Officer

We are looking for a 2nd Officer to join a super busy dual season 70m+ Charter Vessel located in the Med.

The ideal candidate will have OOW as a minimum (Ideally CM3K) , charter experience on vessels 50-60m+, extensive tender driving experience in all propulsion types, and will be full...

Job ID: #7106 Job Type: Full Time Start Location: Italy Start Date: Immediate Start Qualifications (Essential): STCW Basic Safety Training 95 (2010), ENG1 (or equivalent Seafarer's Medical Certificate), OOW 3000GT (Yacht) Qualifications (Preferred): Chief Mate 3000GT (Yacht), Personal Water Craft Instructor Languages: English Min Yachting Experience: 3-4 Years Gender Required: Male Smokers: No Cabin Type: Shared

Temporary First Mate required for a Private 35m M/Y, currently based in New Zealand.

With an exciting itinerary of Fiji, this is an ideal position for someone wanting to take full control of the role and work alongside a great crew.

The ideal candidate will hold their Yacht ...

Job ID: #7110 Job Type: Temporary Start Location: New Zealand Start Date: 20 May 2024 Qualifications (Essential): Yacht Master Offshore Languages: English Min Yachting Experience: 3-4 Years Gender Required: Male Smokers: No Cabin Type: Shared

Senior Charter Broker Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan have a Senior Charter Broker position available based in the UK or EU. My client is looking for a driven, hard working, dynamic and confident candidate with at least 2 years of experience as a Charter Broker. Location: United Kingdom or Europe Salary: DOE / Flexible Start: ASAP Please send CV to [email protected]

Medical Officer

A 100m+ Charter Motor Yacht is looking for a Deckhand/Medic to commence ASAP in the Mediterranean.

This is a great opportunity for a Deckhand with a Paramedic/Medical background to join a busy dual season charter yacht, with charters confirmed for this Summer in the Med. The position i...

Job ID: #7103 Job Type: Rotational Start Location: Italy Start Date: Immediate Start Qualifications (Essential): STCW Basic Safety Training 95 (2010), ENG1 (or equivalent Seafarer's Medical Certificate) Qualifications (Preferred): STCW Proficiency in Medical Care Languages: English Min Yachting Experience: 1-2 Years Gender Required: Male Smokers: No Cabin Type: Shared

Client Manager Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan have a Client Manager position available based in the US or EU. My client is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join their Yacht Management Department. As a Client Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the client's expectations are not only met but consistently exceeded. You will be:

An ex-purser or have some yacht management background (preferred) Enthusiastic, with a strong commitment to exceed expectation Exceptional in written and verbal communication as well as posses strong interpersonal abilities Adaptive to work efficiently under pressure and willing to travel internationally as and when required A creative problem solver who can think laterally to find innovative solutions A team player with a desire to actively contribute to the future growth of the company

Location: US or EU Salary: DOE Start: ASAP Please reach out if you think this is for you and send your CV to [email protected]

Spa Manager 100m + Private Motor Yacht

Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Spa Managerfor a 120m+ New Build Motor Yacht The ideal candidate willbe confident in massage, facials, manicures, pedicures and waxing. Prior experience working withHammams will be beneficial. The Spa Therapist will be required to assist in housekeeping when not in the spa. The ideal candidate will have at least 3- 4 years of experience within the yachting industry on larger vessels. Requirements:

STCW ENG1 Food & Hygiene Level II Beauty therapy qualification

Salary: 5800 - 6000Euros DOE Rotation: 2:2 Start: TBC

Deck/Medic 100m+ Private Charter Motor Yacht

We are looking for a Deckhand/Medic for a 100m+ Private/Charter M/Y Working on a 3/1 rotation, with an immediate start. Requirements: - Large tender experience - Motor yacht/sail yacht background - STCW - ENG1 - FREC3 preferred Please note only those who match the requirements will be contacted.

Sole Engineer

Temporary Sole Engineer required for a Private 35m M/Y, currently based in New Zealand.

The ideal candidate will hold their AEC...

Job ID: #7109 Job Type: Temporary Start Location: New Zealand Start Date: 20 May 2024 Qualifications (Essential): ENG1 (or equivalent Seafarer's Medical Certificate), AEC 1, AEC 2 (MEOL) Languages: English Min Yachting Experience: 2-3 Years Gender Required: Male Smokers: No Cabin Type: Shared

Crew Coordinator Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Crew Coordinator to join an established, industry leading Yacht Management Company based in the Middle East. The ideal candidate will: - be responsible for the overall recruitment process for all crew members working onboard - be working closely with Crewing Superintendent, Fleet Crew Manager and Onboard Management team to develop and implement effective recruitment practices, policies, and procedures to the support and develop high performing teams. Personal characteristics include: - Dedication - Strong individual worker and a team player - Personable - Positive attitude and realistic outlook - Strong work ethic, responsive and proactive Start: ASAP Location: Middle East + Relocation package on offer TBD Salary: DOE Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

Head of Yachts Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Yachtsto join a global leading and dynamic company in the Travel sector. The ideal candidate will have: - Extensive network and strong commercial awareness within the superyacht sector. - Proven track record in business development and relationship building. - Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and capitalise on opportunities. - Proficiency in strategic decision-making and understanding of business functions. - Excellent team player skills with the capacity to work independently under pressure. - Customer-oriented approach and adeptness at managing tight deadlines. Experience & Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree in a business-related field preferred. - Minimum of 10 years of experience in the yachting sector. Start: ASAP Location: UK/Monaco Salary: DOE Apply online or reach out to [email protected] with an introduction and updated CV.

We're looking for an experienced Female Chef to join a 30m high performance sailing Catamaran.

Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years experience on similar sized vessels.

Great package and itinerary on offer. Salary will be 6,000 - 6,500 USD DOE. Love for the sea and sailing ...

Job ID: #7107 Job Type: Full Time Start Location: Thailand Start Date: 10 May 2024 Qualifications (Essential): STCW Basic Safety Training 95 (2010) Qualifications (Preferred): ENG1 (or equivalent Seafarer's Medical Certificate) Min Yachting Experience: 3-4 Years Gender Required: Female Smokers: No Cabin Type: Shared

Office Assistant Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan have an exciting opportunity for an Office Assistant, based in London, UK, to support one of our esteemed Maritime clients. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organisational acumen, a proactive can-do attitude, and a strong dedication to collaborative teamwork. Location: London, UK Salary: DOE Days: Hybrid Responsibilities: - Assist in maintaining office operations by organising and coordinating administrative duties and procedures. - Provide support to our Maritime client, ensuring efficient communication and workflow. - Collaborate with team members to facilitate the smooth functioning of daily tasks and projects. Requirements: - Maritime background - Demonstrated proficiency in organisational skills, with a keen attention to detail. - Proactive approach to problem-solving and task management. - Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team environment. - Right visa to work and live in the UK If you possess the requisite skills and are eager to contribute to a dynamic team in the maritime industry, please submit your CV to [email protected] .

2 x Temporary Spa Therapists 90m+ Private Charter Motor Yacht

Wilsonhalligan are looking for twoTemporary Stew / Spa Therapistsfor a 90m+ Motor Yacht The ideal candidate willbe confident in deep tissue massage, gel manicures and pedicures. The Stew / Masseusewill be required to assist in interior teamwhen not carrying out treatments. The ideal candidate will have at least 6monthsexperience within the yachting industry or strong land based experience within a spa or cruise ship spa experience.

Requirements:

STCW ENG1 Food & Hygiene Level II Beauty therapy qualification Gel Nails or Nail Technician qualification

Salary: 4000 euros Start: ASAP until end of September/Early October Seasonal

Deck/Engineer – 26m MY

Deck/Engineer & Stew/ Deck TEAM required 26m MY May start date - this is a brand new yacht, due to be launched June Strictly private, the yacht will be used by the owner and his family Australian captain 4 crew Permanent positions 1 season experience required The yacht will be cruising the eastern Med summer 2024. Winter 2024/5 TBC

The point of contact is [email protected]

2nd Stewardess 30m+ Private Motor Yacht

WIlsonhalligan are looking for an2nd Stewardesson a 30m+ busy private/charter We are looking for someone with at least 1 years experience and exposure to the 2nd Stewardess role. This is a seasonal position starting ASAP until the end of October. The ideal candidate will have great high end hospitality experience as the owner is in this line of work. Requirements: STCW ENG 1 Level 2 food and hygiene Package: Salary: DOE Start date: ASAP

Chief Engineer 50m+ Private/Charter Motor Yacht

Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Chief Engineer for a 50m+ private and charter motor yacht to join the yacht in the Pacific in July. The yacht has an interesting summer itinerary cruising the Pacific before heading to the US and Caribbean for the winter period. The position would suit a hands on Engineer who is comfortable managing a team of 2 in the Engine Room, who is good with maintenance and everyday Engineering as well as having strong organisational skills and a solid understanding of IDEA. Requirements: SV Chief Engineer 3000kw or equivalent ENG1 STCW Package: 2:2 rotation Salary: DOE Start: July 2024

Second Engineer 60m+ Private Motor Yacht

We are working with a private, 60m motor yacht looking for a Second Engineer to join them as soon as possible in the shipyard in Europe. The position offers a good package with a full rotation and requires an EOOW. The position offers the opportunity to work with a great Engineering team, to travel and learn from established Chief Engineers. And would suit someone who has previous yachting experience, is comfortable being hands on and working independently as well as well within the wider team. Requirements: EOOW STCW ENG1 Package: Salary: 6k Rotation: 2:2 Start: ASAP

Chief Engineer 40m Private/Charter Motor Yacht

We are working with a 40m busy charter and private motor yacht, looking for a Chief Engineer to join them at the beginning of May. The yacht will be based in the Med for the summer and the winter plans are yet to be determined. Candidates must be comfortable being hands on, working closely with a Second Engineer and the wider team, and keeping on top of maintenance and stores. The position is currently permanent, but offering a rotation from the end of the summer season. Requirements: SV Chief 3000kw or Y3 STCW ENG1 Package: Salary: 9k Start: Early May 2024 Rotation after summer season

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Below you will see all of the latest jobs in the superyacht sector of the maritime industry available via Viking Crew – The leading cruise, commercial and superyacht maritime crew services provider.

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Viking crew are looking for a service stewardess to join a 100m+ Private Motor Yacht Must have strong service experience on a large yacht Female due to cabin restrictions Internationa...

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Temporary Ice Pilot required for 60m+ Motor Yacht

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4th Officer required for Luxury Cruise Line!

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Chief Stewardess /Mate couple 45m Sailing Yacht

Viking Crew are looking for a couple - Chief stewardess and 1st Mate to join a large sailing yacht. Experience on a sailing yacht a must. 44 Days leave and USD Salary  Worldwide Itin...

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Deckhand/Carpenter required for 100m+ Private Yacht

We require a Deckhand/Carpenter for a 100m+ Motor Yacht based in the Mediterranean  Start Date: ASAP  Candidates must have: STCW Basic Training  ENG1  Carpentry experience C...

2nd Officer 80M + Private Motor Yacht

Viking Crew are looking for a 2nd officer to join a 85M private motor yacht. Female only due to cabin arrangements. Background in either cruise or large motor yachts a must. OOW 3000G...

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Deckhand – 70m Private/Charter – Dual Season

Deck / Permanent

Posted By Bekah Edenbrow

Posted Date Fri 03 May 2024

Closing Date Fri 17 May 2024

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• A 70m Dual Season Private/Charter MY is looking for a Deckhand to join them ASAP.
• This is a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious yacht with a friendly and experienced owner, along with excellent HODs and an excellent crew dynamic. 
• There is a longstanding HOD team in place that runs a smooth and well-oiled dual season programme between the Caribbean/US and Mediterranean. 
• The vessel has a busy yet steady itinerary with a consistent amount of charters and boss trips throughout both summer and winter seasons. 
• The Captain and HOD team are focussed on crew wellbeing and implement practises that are in place to ensure a healthy and happy crew. 
• Having a B1/B2 visa is essential for you to be considered for the position.
• You will ideally have 1yr of experience within the industry, with solid tender driving ability. Any additional skills such as watersports or sailing would be highly advantageous. 
• On offer is a salary of $3,000-3,500 DOE with an industry standard leave package of 38 days. Generous bonuses and historically fantastic tips also on offer. 

Deckhand – 80m Private/Charter – Dual Season

• An 80m Private/Charter Dual Season Motor Yacht is looking for an Experienced Deckhand to join them as soon as possible.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a career focused Deckhand to join an incredible programme, with a fantastic crew culture led by outstanding HOD’s.
• The vessel has a Med/Caribbean Itinerary with a busy Med Season ahead.
• You will need to have a minimum of 1 years’ experience onboard a vessel over 50m and ideally have your YMO or YR is hand.
• The ideal candidate will be keen and enthusiastic with a positive attitude. Additional skills with either Fishing, Videography, Watersports or Personal Training would be hugely appealing.
• There is an excellent crew onboard with proven longevity throughout all departments.
• On offer is a fantastic package that includes a salary of €3000+ DOE along with a 5:1 rotation.
•  There is also a discretionary 13th month bonus, full medical and a very generous training allowance, along with additional charter tips.

2nd Officer – 50m – Private/Charter – Opportunity to step up to C/O!

Posted By Tom Rose

Posted Date Thu 02 May 2024

Closing Date Sun 09 Jun 2024

• 50m Private/Charter Dual season Motor yacht are looking for a 2nd officer to join them 1st June. This position will come with a promotion and the opportunity to step up to Chief officer within the first 3 months onboard as the current Chief is being promoted to Captain

• They are looking for an experienced 2nd officer holding CM3000 to come in, hit the ground running, learn the yacht and step up to Chief officer

• This is a great opportunity for a proven 2nd to make the leap to Chief officer which in the current market proves a challenging transition!

• The yacht runs a dual season itinerary with Med & Bahamas cruising • Lovely owner, long standing crew and a well-oiled deck team! The yacht has medium owner usage with more time spent onboard during Winter months in the Bahamas

• The role is busy and they need someone who can lead from the front, be present on deck when needed as well as having a diligent and organised approach to the bridge duties

• The yacht is not heavily water sports orientated but they do run basic toys and with some diving operations

• The yacht is commercially registered and does the ad hoc charter when the right charter presents itself

• On offer is a starting salary of 6000 Euros, rising to 7500 Euros when promoted to Chief officer. 5:1 rotation, discretionary bonus and training budgets

Interior / Permanent

Posted By Sophie Wells

Posted Date Wed 01 May 2024

Closing Date Wed 15 May 2024

• Our client, a 50m private motoryacht, is looking for a CHief Stewardess to complete their interior team
• This is a busy vessel, with new owners who are excited to use their new boat
• The ideal candidate will have over 3 years yachting experience and previous Chief Stew experience along with a real 'get up and go' attitude.
• Must beready to hit the ground running and take on a position of responsibility, guiding two stews beneath you.
• You will be rotating in all areas of the interior, they take turns in every department but as the Chief stew, you will predominately be in service and guest-facing. However, you must be happy to be hands-on with all other duties – they operate as one interior team and split jobs evenly.
• The vessel is currently in the yard after a refit period, but plan to cruise Italy and the rest of the Med for the summer
• This is a single-season vessel, a permanent position
• Leave: 60 days
• Salary: 6500 euro
• Start date: ASAP 
• Our client, a 50m private motoryacht, is looking for a 2nd Stewardess to complete their interior team
• The ideal candidate will have a couple of years yachting experience and a real 'get up and go' attitude and is ready to hit the ground running and take on a position of responsibility
• You will be rotating in all areas of the interior, they take turns in every department but as the 2nd stew, you will predominately be in service and guest-facing. However, you must be happy to be hands-on with all other duties – they operate as one interior team and split jobs evenly.
• Salary: 4500 euro
• Our client, a 50m private motoryacht, is looking for a Stewardess to complete their interior team
• The ideal candidate will have at least a season of experience and a real 'get up and go' attitude who is ready to hit the ground running
• You will be rotating in all areas of the interior, they take turns in every departments but as the 3rd stew you will predominately be in HK and laundry to begin with, 
• Salary: 3500 euro

Chief Officer – 50m – Private – Single Season

• 50m Private Single season yacht are looking for a Chief mate to join them ASAP – no later than next week!

• This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well run yacht with excellent Captain with an extensive Med cruising itinerary this Season!

• Plans are to cruise Italy, Sardinia, Croatia and Greece with plenty of sea time and plenty of time to gain navigational experience

• They are looking for minimum of Yachtmaster offshore, experience with watch keeping and confident with running the deck operations

• There will be a split between bridge and deck and you will be responsible for passage planning, chart updates and watches. A knowledge of Mini ISM would be advantageous

• You must be available to join within the next week as they owner is expected in the next two weeks

• On offer is a salary of 5500-6000 Euros DOE, 60 days leave, discretionary bonus and additional training budget

Deck / Medic – 70m Private – World Cruising

• A 70m Private M/Y is looking for a Qualified Deck / Medic to join them by the end of June – to be successful you must have a Paramedic Qualification or similar – this is non-negotiable.
• This is an exciting opportunity to join an incredible world-cruising programme with a dual season itinerary. Previous yachting experience is also essential and having your YMO in hand would be appealing.
• The ideal candidate will have experience working in Hospitals or the Ambulance service, or on the front line as a First Responder or Paramedic. You must have experience dealing with trauma as well as distributing and controlling medicines and supplies. 
• This role will be a Dual Role; Deck / Medic. Your duties will include being responsible for all medical areas and supplies onboard, working closely with Medaire, medically training the crew and running drills as well as working with the rest of the deck team out on deck. Experience driving large tenders and being familiar with daily deck operations would be hugely favoured.
• The ideal candidate will be switched-on, mature, and able to work well under pressure. They would like to find someone who likes to keep themselves fit and active, someone with an interest in surfing or any other watersport, that could fit seamlessly into the current crew dynamic.
• On offer is a package of $5,000 USD along with a 2:2 rotation.

Deckhand / Dive Instructor – Private – World Crusing

• A 90m Private M/Y is looking for an experienced Deck / Dive instructor to join them by the middle of May.

• This is an incredible opportunity for a career orientated Dive Instructor with a strong technical dive background to join a Dual Season programme with a World-Cruising off-the-beaten- track itinerary.

• Having a yachting background would be hugely beneficial, along with having your YMO in hand and experience driving large tenders, however this is not essential. You must have experience working in PADI Dive Centres to be considered, this is a dive heavy programme, and you will be responsible for organising and co-ordinating dives in remote locations around the world.

• The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have a genuine sense of adventure and be able to fit seamlessly into the programme. The vessel has an excellent crew culture made up of like-minded individuals who have a work hard, play hard mentality and like to make use out of the vessels wake-boat amongst other deck toys.

• Male only due to cabin arrangements and you must be fully vaccinated to be considered.

• Package on offer is $5,000 USD along with 2:2 rotation, an attractive bonus scheme and comprehensive training package.

• An 80m Private/Charter M/Y is looking for an Experienced Deckhand to join them at the beginning of June.
• To be successful you must have some solid DJ experience – a proven background is essential as this will be a large part of the role.
• You must also have a minimum of a year’s experience on deck and be confident in all operations – having your YMO would be hugely appealing along with proven longevity on your previous vessels.
• This is an incredible opportunity to just a highly regarded vessel with a fantastic reputation. The boat has a strong and experienced crew onboard, led by fantastic HODs that are pro-active when it comes to training and development.
• Candidates that also have a strong videography and/or watersports skills such as Kitesurf Instructor would be hugely favoured, however this is not a deal-breaker.
• This position is open to both male and female candidates, however you must have your B1B2 visa in hand.
• The boat has a fantastic and social crew culture onboard; the crew are all active, energetic, and positive – personality is key!
• On offer is a fantastic package of €3,000-3,500 DOE along with a 3:1 rotation and an equal split of charter tips.

**Please do not apply if you do not match the above criteria**

Chief Officer – Private/Charter

Closing Date Sat 08 Jun 2024

• 70m Private/Charter Dual season Motor yacht are looking for a Chief Officer to join them within the next week • CM3000 min required – working towards or holding Master 3000 would be advantageous

• Busy Summer inbound with several Charters booked • Must be able to hit the ground running, have prior Chief officer experience on similar size yacht and ideally a charter background

• Drive time and additional responsibility will be given!

• B1/B2 required

• Package will be discussed during initial interviews. Excellent above industry standard salary, 90 days leave, even split of tips.

Experienced Stew

Posted Date Tue 30 Apr 2024

Closing Date Tue 14 May 2024

• We are looking for a strong all-round stewardess to join this 75m motor yacht.
• Candidate must have a very good knowledge of the workings of the whole interior department including service, housekeeping and laundry on a similar sized vessel as they will rotate through all departments.
• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role and good land-based hospitality experience.
• Good wine knowledge, cocktail skills and barista knowledge a plus. Strong experience in service, setting for meals, excellent table decorations, knowledge of flowers and arrangements, inventories and provisioning.
• Good housekeeping skills, attention to detail and meticulous eye for cleanliness
• A well-presented candidate with a positive attitude and bright, outgoing personality.
• A self-starter and motivated worker able to use initiative and follow instructions.
• Ready to join an established team that has an energetic and positive dynamic.
• Charter experience a bonus as the vessel charters occasionally.
• Must have excellent references.

Rotational Chief Engineer – 45m+ – US based / Charter

Engineer / Permanent

Posted By Alice Hay

We're working with a busy 45m+ US based motor yacht who are looking for a rotational chief engineer to join them ASAP.

• US based – itinerary is generally Alaska for Summer but they will also do Canada, Caribbean etc. No med season but is used all year round. 
• Busy private and charter.
• Y3, Chief up to 3000kW or SV Chief ticket is required. 
• Rotational role – 2:2. 
• Salary is $9,000 + 13th month bonus and annual salary increase. 
• Start date is ASAP, first week in May. 
• Single cabin.
• B1/B2 visa is essential.

Stew Masseuse

• Our client is looking for a qualified stew masseuse for this 50m busy charter & private vessel
• This is a very busy yacht, with charter booked for the rest of the season, based in the Bahamas for winter
• The perfect candidate will have around six months – year of experience on a similar sized vessel
• The vessel has lovely, personable, American owners who use the boat in between charters
• They often have very quick turnarounds and back-to-back trips, therefore, this role is best suited to someone used to a fast-paced environment who can hit the ground running!
• The vessel has a fantastic crew culture onboard. Everyone gets along like a 'second family', they are all into fitness, activities together and hanging out in downtime They have a mix of nationalities onboard and they're looking for someone like-minded to fit in.
• Candidates must be happy to mainly be in housekeeping and laundry within the interior team of 3 onboard; chief stew, 2nd stew and the open role of 3rd stew. They must also be qualified in massage, specifically deep tissue.
• When the crew have no guests on, they are often given extra time back in the day for fitness or crew activities.
• Start date: end of May
• Leave: 45 days
• Salary 4000 USD
• B1B2 mandatory 

Posted By Caroline Clarke

Closing Date Fri 31 May 2024

2nd Stew required for lovely 50m MY 

• We are looking for a 2nd Stew with a couple of years experience to join this great 50m, currently in the US! 
• Candidates will preferably have experience in the 40-60m region so they are used to the 'smaller' yachts 
• You will be a strong 2nd Stew and work alongside the Chief Stews to run the interior & guide & train the junior Stew
• Private & charter yacht based out of the Caribbean – the yacht can assist with a B1 if necessary but it would be preferred
• US owners and usually US guests/charterers
• The yacht will be in the US for the next few months with an owner trip in NY and then back to the Bahamas for charters 
• Excellent fit active crew that do regular workouts together etc so someone with an interest in this would be preferred 
• Really looking for a fun crew, people that want to be in yachting, want to engage, get involved with watersports etc 
• Start flexible but ideally in the next couple of weeks 
• Salary 5000 USD 
• 45 days leave – can negotiate for the right person to 60

Housekeeping Stew

Closing Date Fri 10 May 2024

• Our client is looking for an experienced housekeeping stew for this busy dual-season private & charter MY
• This is a fantastic vessel with an excellent reputation, fantastic owners and longstanding crew
• The boat has a lovely crew culture onboard, they often host crew events and activities, they're passionate about crew well-being and mental-health and strive to harbour a good working environment 
• The ideal candidate will have previous big boat experience and be truly passionate about housekeeping 
• This is a very busy vessel, so it's important candidates are able and willing to hit the ground running with a positive, upbeat attitude
• Start date: May
• Salary: 3200 euro

Temporary 2nd Engineer – 55m+ – Charter

Engineer / Contract

We're working with a 55m+ Northern European build who are looking for a temporary 2nd engineer to cover a two month rotation for one of their 2nds. 

• Two month contract starting 20th May. 
• The yacht will be used by owners but also for charters during this period, in the Med. 
• You must have a minimum of 2 years experience on yachts to be considered for this position. 
• EOOW Unlimited, SV EOOW or equivalent is required for this role. 
• Salary is $7,500 per month. 

Senior Stew

Senior Stew required for 100m MY 

• We are looking for a Senor Stew to work alongside the HOH stews.
• This is a fantastic opportunity to continue growing as a well round Stew getting training and managing a team as well as having supportive HOD 
• The role will see you being hands on, guest facing as well as some admin duties. You will have good computer skills and preferably some experience with IDEA
• Dual season yacht, gearing up for the Monaco GP
• Exceptional standards on board, fast paced yacht! 
• Private with occasional charter
• Salary DOE 
• Start mid May 
• 12 weeks on: 6 weeks off rotation 

Posted Date Mon 29 Apr 2024

Closing Date Mon 13 May 2024

• our client is looking for a stewardess to join this lovely 80m new build vessel currently in the yard but due to launch in the summer
• The first boss trip will commence in July, so to start you will have 6 weeks to get used to the boat and learn the basics before having guests on. This is an excellent time to join and familiarise yourself with the crew and boat.
• This is a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to learn and get stuck into an established team of experienced peers
• Candidates must have at least a season of experience and have a good understanding of all areas within the interior.
• The team is a lovely mix of personalities and nationalities so they would like someone who can fit in with them – they are not big partiers but do enjoy bonding all together. 
• Salary: 3000 euro
• Start date: 1st June

Project Manager

Land Based / Permanent

Posted By Phil Clark

Project Manager for a very unusual re-fit project… IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE

Ever fancied getting involved in a classic restoration?

Could you apply your extensive re-fit / new build experience to complete an owner's 'labor of love' – restoring this beautiful and rare Canal Cruiser back to her former glory?

30m Canal cruiser 

6-10 months refit

12-15 months project

Captain / chief engineer background. Someone who has done significant refit – loads of experience. Has to love the project management side of things.

This is a SPECIALLY designed vessel currently in Spain.

Interior refit &  technical machinery needs to be done. Needs lots of TLC!

Need to build the scope of work, then tender it out to yards in UK, Holland, Spain to find the best fit.

Beginning onsite and then progressing remotely

Once in the shipyard then 4 days a week. So you could fly home on a Thursday night.

Long-term potential within the fleet for the successful incumbent.

England waterways, London, summer cruising around canals.

Support across fleet finance / technical side of things.

Supporting the Fleet Director, quoting, shipyard selection etc

Deckhand/Dive Instructor – 65m Private/Charter – World Cruising

• A 65m Private/Charter Motor Yacht is looking for a Deck/Dive Instructor to join them on the 1st of June.
• This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-known vessel with an exciting world cruising itinerary. 
• There is an amazing training culture on board, with experienced HOD's that invest time into the crew along with a friendly and generous owner, who likes to get the crew involved with activities – watersports and diving being very frequent onboard. 
• You must have a PADI Divemaster ticket as a minimum to be considered, this is non-negotiable. Any other additional skills such as videography experience or PT qualifications would be hugely appealing.
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 years’ experience on a vessel over 50m. Having your YMO is hand would also be advantageous.
• Male only due to cabin arrangements and you must have your B1B2 visa to be considered.
• On offer is a salary of €3,000 EUR, on a 4:1 rotation.  Included in the package are discretionary bonuses, plus a very attractive training budget open to crew offering longevity. 

Deckhand – 80m Private – Dual Season

• An 80m newbuild M/Y is looking for Experienced Deckhand to join them ASAP.
• This is a great opportunity to join a prestigious build in the final stages before launch, with fantastic and experienced HOD's onboard who run a tight knit and professional programme.
• The vessel is on target to be launched within the next month where it will then run a busy dual season programme between the Mediterranean and the Caribbean, with plans to head to the Pacific in the not-so-distant future. 
• They run a busy family-orientated programme, with the owner having a big focus on fishing and spearfishing. 
• The crew are encouraged to get active and involved in all operations, with the crew allowed access to the toys and facilities when the owner isn't on. 
• They are looking for candidates with 1 – 2 years experience on vessels upwards of 50m, having some larger tender driving experience would also support your application. 
• On offer is a competitive package of €3,250 EUR, alongside a 5:1 rotation.

Chase Boat Captain – Semi Land Based position – Incredible opportunity!

Closing Date Sun 07 Jul 2024

• Incredible opportunity for a Chase Boat Captain looking for a stable work/life balance based in the Bahamas for 6+ months of the year
• This is unique position working for a lovely, water sports mad owner who spends 6 months of the year in the Bahamas with his family
• They are looking for a driven, organised and motivated Chase boat Captain to oversee a fleet of 2 boats including a 40ft triple outboard chase boat and a Wake surf boat
• Accommodation provided in the Bahamas along with use of a company truck
• The owner does have a 35m yacht which also spends half of the year in the Bahamas and the other half in the Med. There is the potential for a new yacht to be purchased in the near future which will be based all year round in the Bahamas. Career progression will be potential for the right candidate.
• Flexibility to be able to travel with the owner for tender driving and water sports purposes in both the Med and USA
• A good basic understanding and hands on skillset with engineering would be advantageous and a proven background in driving large tenders is essential!
• You need to be self motivated as you will be expected to manage your own work load. What is essential is that the tenders are in top condition and ready to go for the owner at a drop of a hat!
• Hands on skills with towing/reversing trailers would be advantageous but support can be provided
• Water sports experience specifically wake surfing would be a bonus – the wake surf boat is quite high tech but pretty easy to use in terms of setting up for wake surfing
• On offer is a negotiable package with a starting salary of 5500+ USD. Salary and leave are both negotiable and will be discussed during interview stages
• Visas/residency for the Bahamas can be arranged for tax purposes

Dive Instructor – 70m Private/Charter – Dual Season

Posted Date Fri 26 Apr 2024

• A 70m Private/Charter Motor Yacht is looking a Deckhand / Dive Instructor to join them at the beginning of May.
• This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-known charter boat with outstanding HOD’s who, with the support of the yacht owner, are committed to developing an exceptional working environment for crew. 
• The vessel is predominantly based between the Mediterranean and Caribbean but will be world cruising to locations such as the Pacific and Central America in the near future. 
• To be successful, you must be a qualified PADI Dive Instructor – this is non-negotiable. They will consider green candidates; however, you must have a strong dive centre background.
• This is not a Dive Orientated Programme and is only Dive Heavy during the occasional owner and charter trip – therefore you must be happy being on deck.
• They have a strong focus on in-house training to develop your skills and knowledge as well as a generous annual training budget for all crew.  
• On offer is a salary of €3,200 EUR on a 5:1 rotation, alongside a busy charter schedule with historically good tips, and a 13 th month bonus.

Sole Chef – excellent package – charter

Galley / Permanent

Closing Date Sat 06 Jul 2024

Sole Chef required for 45m MY 

• We are looking for an excellent Solo chef to join this lovely 45m MY 
• This is a busy private & charter yacht with a 6 week charter booked for this summer. This will be the only charter Med 2024
• US owners who love food. We are looking for a Classical Culinary trained Chef that can adapt to the owners/charterers
• This year the yacht will be heading to Denmark, Copenhagen where the Boss will be expected to enjoy dining out 
• Excellent itinerary – Northern Europe for summer – all of Scandinavia 
• This is a great yacht for a real foodie Chef that is organised and excited about beautiful presentation etc! 
• You will send menus to the Boss ahead of guest arrival so you will need to be organised & have good computer skills 
• No budgets on board so although this is a well equipped galley, if there is something you really want, you can! 
• Start June 1st 
• Salary DOE but starting at 8000 USD – lots of room for negotiation for the right candidate 
• 38 days leave but lots of days off at the Captain's discretion

Deckhand – 50m Private/Charter – Dual Season

Posted Date Wed 24 Apr 2024

Closing Date Wed 08 May 2024

• A 50m Dual Season Private/Charter Yacht is looking for a Deckhand to join them within the next two weeks.
• This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy programme with an excellent owner and solid senior team that create a fantastic crew culture onboard.
• The ideal candidate will have a years’ experience on a vessel over 40m, having your YMO and AEC in hand would also be hugely beneficial – however not essential.
• Character is key on this one – having the right attitude, being active, out-going and career-focused is essential to be successful.
• The HODs onboard are pro-active when it comes to training and progression and there is excellent proven longevity onboard across all departments.
• The crew are all into their health and fitness, with a huge focus on creating an excellent work culture onboard – driven by both the captain and the owner.
• You must have a B1B2 visa in hand to be considered, this is non-negotiable.
• On offer is a fantastic salary of $4,000 USD with above industry standard leave and an equal split of tips.

Chief Engineer – 75m – New Build

We're working with a 75m Northern European new build yacht who are looking for a build chief engineer to join their team.

• The yacht is due for delivery in Q1 of 2025. 
• When launched, the yacht will be dual season and used for both private and charter. 
• The position will be full time (38 days leave) during the build, however, there will be plenty of flexibility for long weekends at home / working from home around commissioning dates. 
• They are looking for someone who would be keen to continue with the yacht in an operational, rotational 2:2 position following delivery.
• New build experience would be ideal, but they will also look at candidates who have experience with extensive refits and yard periods. You must have prior yacht experience as chief engineer on similar size yachts to be considered. 
• They are looking for someone who is organised, enthusiastic and a team player. 
• Y1, Chief engineer unlimited or equivalent ticket is required. 
• Build salary will be circa €12,000 – €14,000 depending on your experience. 
• You will be provided with a living allowance and shore side accommodation. You will have a single cabin when the yacht is operational. 
• Start date end of May / early June. 

Rotational Chief Engineer – 65m – World cruising

We are working with a 65m German build yacht who are looking for a rotational chief engineer to join their team. 

• Y1, Chief Engineer unlimited or equivalent ticket is required. 
• The yacht has an exciting, world cruising itinerary. 
• They are looking for someone with prior chief engineer experience on 55m+ yachts. 
• Salary is €10,000 + 13th month bonus. 
• Start date will be early June, potentially late May.

HOH – 2:2 – 90m

Posted Date Tue 23 Apr 2024

HOH required for 90m MY 

• We are looking for a HOH to join this lovely 90m MY 
• This is a rotational role and will see you between the floor and doing admin 
• You will have Senior HK experience on board a 70m + yacht 
• Dual season yacht with a worldwide itinerary 
• Excellent longevity amongst HOD and the owners 
• Start date sooner rather than later 
• More details at interview 
• Salary 5000 EURO + 

Closing Date Tue 07 May 2024

•            An 80m Private Dual Season yacht is looking for a Deckhand to join them at the beginning of May.

•            This is an incredible yacht with a great crew culture, everyone gets on exceptionally well and creates a fantastic working environment.

•            Ideally you will have over a years’ experience and solid deck skills are required along with proven tender driving skills – a Yacht Master would be hugely advantageous!

•            Large tender driving experience is essential as the deckhands do all the tender driving including guest runs. 

•            You will need to have a strong work ethic, good personality and be able to crack on independently – confidence is key!

•            This is a fantastic career opportunity to work with a strong senior team that encourages progression, further training and career advancement.

•            On offer is an excellent package which includes a salary of €3,500 depending on experience and what you bring to the table along with a 3:1 rotation. There are also additional bonuses and a generous training allowance on offer to the crew!

Chief Stew – 70m – 2:2

Posted Date Thu 18 Apr 2024

Closing Date Mon 27 May 2024

Chief Stew required for 70m Support vessel 

• We are looking for an established Senior Stew to join this yacht as the rotational Chief Stew, working opposite a wonderful Chief! 
• Candidates in an ideal world will have experience on a support vessel or be very open to it and not be phased by it not being a whirlwind of guests! 
• This is a fantastic yacht – support to a 100+m MY
• You will have a warm, nurturing personality and embrace the yacht and the crew 
• We would love someone that is hands on with training but also happy to share the responsibilities to maintain the team are motivated etc 
• World cruising yacht 
• At the moment it is super busy with lots of admin and behind the scenes work so you must be happy to be a bit of both, both guest facing and hands on and also be good with a computer! 
• B1 required
• Salary DOE – paid in USD 

2nd Officer – 60m – World Cruising

Posted Date Thu 11 Apr 2024

Closing Date Sun 05 May 2024

• 60m+ World Cruising Motor yacht are looking for a 2nd Officer to join them around 1st May

• This is a fantastic busy Private/Charter yacht with an exciting world cruising itinerary where you will be working alongside an excellent senior team and great owner!

• They are ideally looking for a newly qualified OOW with a Bosun background coming from a similar size yacht

• The senior crew are willing to teach and pass on bridge knowledge with a supportive approach as you step into your first officers position

• Large tender driving experience, solid leadership skills and a good operational deck skillset is required

• The yacht runs a mixture of Private and charter use and has booked and confirmed upcoming charters in interesting locations!

• The yacht has a varied itinerary with time spent further afield – full itinerary to be discussed during initial calls

• An interest in Surfing, fishing, spearfishing or fitness would be advantageous

• On offer is an industry standard salary range which will be discussed during initial call, 60 days leave, even split of charter tips

Bosun – 50m – Private/Charter

Posted Date Wed 27 Mar 2024

• 50m Dual season Private/Charter motor yacht are looking for a Bosun to join them within the next 2-4 weeks

• This is a well run yacht with excellent senior team and fantastic owner

• The yacht will be cruising the Med this Summer with a mixture of private and charter usage. Last year they completed 8 weeks of charters! They are aiming for another busy season this year.

• The ideal candidate will be an experienced deckhand who is ready to step up and lead one other deckhand whilst being responsible for all the deck operations, maintenance and extensive watersports equipment and operations onboard – This is a great opportunity to break into a bosun role whilst working alongside a supportive senior team

• Yachtmaster Offshore required as min, excellent tender driving experience and charter experience would be advantageous but not essential for the right candidate

• The yacht runs with an array of toys including e-foils, Sea bobs and with plenty of towing for wakeboarding – someone confident in watersports preferred

• On offer is a salary of 4000 Euros, 60 days leave and an even split of tips from charters

Chief Stew – 60m – 2:2

Posted Date Tue 19 Mar 2024

Closing Date Mon 20 May 2024

Chief Stew required for lovely 60m MY 

• We are looking for an experienced Chief Stew to join this lovely 60m, world cruising vessel! 
• Start date TBC – needs to align with the other Chief and departing a yard period – there is a bit of flexibility with this 
• Candidates will have Chief Stew experience on something 50m under their belt and be super organised, motivated and have a nurturing personality and want to train their team to excellent standards
• New owner, seems fantastic so far! Heavy emphasis on the crew, mental well being, sports, being active & having fun whilst you work
• The yacht has an exciting itinerary ahead and charters booked too – the owner has made it clear he wants to explore everywhere 
• Great package – 2:2 rotation 
• Salary 6500-7000 EURO 
• Start flexible 

Chief Stew – 2:2 – 50+m – Private & charter – July start

Posted Date Wed 28 Feb 2024

Closing Date Mon 15 Jul 2024

Chief Stew required for wonderful 50+m MY! 

• We are looking for an experienced Chief Stew (we may consider a very strong 2nd stepping up) to join this world cruising, off the beaten track, super active 50+m MY! 
• The interior team rotate through all interior departments, so you will be able to train, guide and nurture the team through this 
• You will be capable of admin, doing all accounts, using Voly
• The yacht is a very active yacht, lots of watersports etc but the standards with service are high, we need someone that can adapt to the program and guests on board and of course charters
• We are looking for a Chief Stew with a sense of adventure and someone that doesn't rely on there being a supermarket at every stop! This is a world cruising yacht so you will need to be prepared, organised and sometimes think outside the box!
• Lovely crew, that are also very fit & active
• Good longevity on board 
• Salary DOE 6000-6500 USD 
• Start July when the yacht is leaving the yard 

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The largest yachts owned by tech billionaires, from Mark Zuckerberg to Jeff Bezos

• Megayachts have become a status symbol for the richest of the rich.
• In recent years, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg have splurged on enormous boats.
• These are the biggest yachts owned by tech billionaires.

The average Joe celebrating a personal renaissance after, say, the end of a long-term relationship or when approaching a fresh decade might commemorate it with an ankle tattoo or a sports car. But if you're a billionaire, you may instead spend hundreds of millions on a yacht .

A few years after he and his wife divorced, Jeff Bezos shelled out on a megayacht. Last year, Bezos debuted the 127-meter vessel "Koru," a Māori symbol that signifies a fresh start — perhaps referring to that with his fiancée Lauren Sanchez.

Earlier this year, just before his 40th birthday, Mark Zuckerberg became the rumored owner of a yacht originally built for a Russian oligarch.

Superyachts have increasingly become ultrawealthy status symbols , providing highly secluded leisure and networking sites. They are — even more so than real estate — the single most expensive asset you can own.

"It's a bit of a celebration of your success in life, of wealth," Giovanna Vitelli, the vice president of the Azimut Benetti Group, the world's biggest producer of superyachts, told Business Insider.

While many tech billionaires have bought yachts, the richest of the rich, like Bezos, Zuckerberg, and Oracle cofounder Larry Ellison, have gone bigger. Their boats are virtual palaces at sea, decked with amenities like gyms, spas, pools, nightclubs, and movie theaters.

A look at these megayachts — broadly defined as over 70 meters long, mostly custom-built, and often costing nine figures — offers a glimpse into how the .00001% lives. It's something few others will ever get to experience. Even chartering a yacht of this size for a week typically costs upwards of $1 million.

One major thing that hundreds of millions of dollars can buy is privacy. There are likely yachts that have not been publicly recorded or registered — for example, Evan Spiegel is rumored to own the 94-meter megayacht Bliss. In an industry ruled by discretion , deciphering who owns what is typically an exercise in stringing together many clues.

Here are the largest yachts owned by tech billionaires, listed in order of length.

Jeff Bezos: Koru and Abeona

Amazon founder Bezos' $500 million megayacht, the 127-meter Koru, made a splash last year as it crisscrossed the Mediterranean in its first summer at sea, with its 75-meter support vessel Abeona in tow.

The sailing yacht, which is hard to miss thanks to its massive size and unique design, was host to Bezos and his fiancée Lauren Sanchez's famous friends . The couple held an engagement party on board, which reportedly drew guests including Bill Gates, Ari Emanuel, and Leonardo DiCaprio. Just a week later, they were seen on the streets of Dubrovnik, Croatia, with Orlando Bloom, Katy Perry, and Usher.

Even before its completion, Koru made headlines. It drew the ire of some Dutch people, who vowed to hurl eggs after it was announced a historic bridge in Rotterdam might be taken apart to allow the Oceanco boat through. Luckily, the shipyard made alternative plans, and an egg crisis was averted.

Among yacht world insiders , Koru is widely praised for its craftsmanship.

"I heard back in 2018 or something that somebody had ordered a classic sailing yacht," one superyacht expert told BI. "You order 125 meters, that's not really going to be classic. But it is. I think it's pretty cool."

Mark Zuckerberg: Launchpad

Earlier this year, the yacht world was rife with rumors that Zuckerberg purchased Launchpad, a 118-meter superyacht originally designed for a sanctioned Russian businessman.

The ship made her maiden voyage in March, going from Gibraltar to St. Maarten and mooring in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Little is known about her interior, but photos show a large swimming pool and helipad. Her price, too, has been kept under wraps but is said to be nine figures.

Eric Schmidt: Whisper

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt made waves last year when he agreed to buy the Alfa Nero , the yacht of a sanctioned Russian oligarch, for $67 million in an auction conducted by Antigua and Barbuda. But he backed out of the deal following legal issues over its true owner. He quietly purchased Kismet instead. The 95-meter-long Lürssen-built boat was formerly owned by the Jacksonville Jaguar's billionaire owner Shahid Khan . Schmidt renamed her Whisper.

The ship, which can fit 12 guests and a crew of 28, features a master deck with a private jacuzzi, full-service spa, lap pool, movie theater, and outdoor fireplace.

While her final sale price was not public, she was listed for 149 million euros (about $161 million at current exchange rates), and at a charity auction in January, one week aboard the ship went for $2.4 million, according to industry outlet Yacht Charter Fleet.

Barry Diller: Eos

Barry Diller , the chairman of digital media company IAC, co-owns the megayacht Eos with his wife, fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg , who is immortalized by a figurehead sculpture by Anh Duong.

One of the largest private sailing yachts in the world, the three-masted Lürssen schooner measures 93 meters long. She took three years to be built before being delivered to Diller in 2009, and since then, little has come to light about her interior and features.

The power couple has hosted many celebrities on the Eos, which spends its summers crisscrossing the Mediterranean and New Year ' s Eve in St. Barts . Over the years, guests have included Oprah Winfrey, Emma Thompson, Anderson Cooper, and Bezos, leading some to believe she provided inspiration for his Koru.

Jim Clark: Athena

Netscape founder Jim Clark purchased the 90-meter sailing yacht Athena in 2004.

"I could easily have built a 50- or 60-meter motor yacht that would have had the same space as Athena, but I was never really interested in building a motor yacht," he told Boat International in 2016. "To my eye, she's one of the most gorgeous large sailing yachts, maybe the most gorgeous large sailing yacht in the world."

Athena has room for 10 guests and 21 crewmembers, and the only change Clark says he'd make in her design is adding more space for his kids.

"If I was forced to change something, I would convert the office on the lower deck into a children's room," he said.

The former Stanford professor tried to sell it at various points — listing it for $95 million in 2012 , $69 million in 2016, and $59 million in 2017 — but it has yet to change hands.

Larry Ellison: Musashi

Oracle founder Larry Ellison has owned several superyachts over the years, including the Katana, the Ronin, and the Rising Sun — which he sold to fellow billionaire David Geffen .

He purchased his current boat, Musashi, in 2011 for a reported $160 million from custom-yacht giant Feadship.

Named after a famous samurai warrior, the 88-meter-long yacht has both Japanese and Art Deco-inspired design elements. She also boasts amenities including an elevator, swimming pool, beauty salon, gym, and basketball court.

Ellison is known for his extravagant spending — private islands, jets, a tennis tournament — and yachting is among his favorite and most expensive hobbies. He took up racing them in the 1990s and financed the America's Cup-winning BMW Oracle Racing team .

Laurene Powell Jobs: Venus

Steve Jobs' wife, investor Laurene Powell Jobs, inherited a nearly finished 78-meter yacht named Venus when the Apple cofounder died in 2011.

After spending years vacationing on Ellison's yachts, Jobs wanted one for himself. He designed Venus with French starchitect and decorator Philippe Starck , and she was worth $130 million at completion.

"Venus comes from the philosophy of minimum," Starck said of her design. "The elegance of the minimum, approaching dematerialization."

Jobs and Starck began working together in 2007, the designer told Vanity Fair , and held monthly meetings over four years. Venus was delivered in 2012 to Jobs' specification: six identical cabins, a design to ensure spaces of absolute silence, and the most up-to-date technology.

"There will never again be a boat of that quality again. Because never again will two madmen come together to accomplish such a task," Starck told the magazine. "It was not a yacht that Steve and I were constructing, we were embarked on a philosophical action, implemented according to a quasi-religious process. We formed a single brain with four lobes."

Charles Simonyi: Norn

Early Microsoft employee Charles Simonyi has purchased two megayachts from the German shipyard Lürssen: the 90-meter Norn and 71-meter Skat.

Delivered in 2023, Norn is full of luxe features, including an outdoor cinema and a pool floor that lifts to become a light-up dancefloor. It shares a militaristic style with Skat , which Simonyi sold in 2021.

Skats's name is derived from the Danish word for treasure, and it had a listing price of 56.5 million euros and was launched in 2002.

"The yacht is to be home away from my home in Seattle, and its style should match the style of the house, adapted for the practicalities of the sea," Simonyi once said .

Sergey Brin: Dragonfly

Google cofounder Sergey Brin has built a flotilla of yachts, boats, and toys known as the "Fly Fleet."

Named after a once-secret Google product , the largest of Brin's armada is the sleek Dragonfly , which boasts a movie theater and a helipad. The 73-meter-long vessel was built by the Australian shipyard Silver Yachts and can fit up to 18 guests and 16 crew members, according to SuperYacht Times.

Also in his fleet is the superyacht Butterfly, a mere 38 meters long. Often moored in the Bay Area, her crewmembers spend their downtime kitesurfing and giving swimming lessons to local kids.

The rest of his marine lineup includes a smaller boat called Firefly, as well as Jet Skis, foilboards, dinghies, and kiteboards. It takes a team of 50 full-time employees to manage, steer, and maintain the entire operation.

Sindhu Sundar contributed to an earlier version of this story.

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Boeing locks out private firefighters around Seattle over pay dispute

The company’s latest round of negotiations with the firefighters’ union failed to deliver an agreement on wages.

FILE - The logo for Boeing appears on a screen above a trading post on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Tuesday, July 13, 2021. Boeing has locked out its private force of firefighters who protect its aircraft-manufacturing plants in the Seattle area, Saturday, May 4, 2024, and brought in replacements after the latest round of negotiations with the firefighters' union failed to deliver an agreement on wages.

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Boeing has locked out its private force of firefighters who protect its aircraft-manufacturing plants in the Seattle area and brought in replacements after the latest round of negotiations with the firefighters’ union failed to deliver an agreement on wages.

The company said Saturday that it locked out about 125 firefighters and a facility about 170 miles (275 kilometers) away in central Washington. The firefighters serve as first responders to fires and medical emergencies and can call in help from local fire departments.

“Despite extensive discussions through an impartial federal mediator, we did not reach an agreement with the union,” Boeing said in a statement. “We have now locked out members of the bargaining unit and fully implemented our contingency plan with highly qualified firefighters performing the work of (union) members.”

In a statement Saturday, the International Association of Firefighters union said Boeing’s lockout is intended to “punish, intimidate and coerce its firefighters into accepting a contract that undervalues their work.”

“Putting corporate greed over safety, Boeing has decided to lockout our members and the safety of the Washington facilities has been needlessly put at risk,” said Edward Kelly, the IAFF’s general president.

Boeing stressed that the lockout will have “no impact” on its operations.

The labor dispute comes as Boeing navigates mounting losses — more than $24 billion since the start of 2019 — and renewed scrutiny over quality and safety in its manufacturing since a door plug blew out of an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max flying over Oregon in January.

Boeing and the union remain far apart in their negotiations, which have been going on for 2 1/2 months. Each side accuses the other of bad-faith negotiating.

The company, which is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, said Saturday that its latest offer includes general annual wage increases and a new compensation structure for firefighters on a 24-hour shift schedule that would result in an average wage increase of about $21,000 a year. Boeing says firefighters were paid $91,000 on average last year.

The union, which argues Boeing has saved billions in insurance costs by employing its own on-site firefighters, has said it's seeking raises of 40% to 50%. Boeing's proposed pay increase would still leave crews earning 20% to 30% less than firefighters in the cities where Boeing plants are located, the union said.

A major sticking point is Boeing’s demand to make firefighters wait 19 years to hit top pay scale, up from 14 years. The union is proposing five years.

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UK charities hiring staff with ‘privilege not potential’, report author warns

Exclusive: Working-class people less likely to get jobs in charities than public and private sectors, EY Foundation report finds

Charities are hiring staff with “privilege rather than potential”, according to the author of a report highlighting the stark class divide in the sector.

Working-class people are less likely to be hired by charities than by employers in the public and private sectors, said the EY Foundation, which supports young people from low-income backgrounds to progress in professional roles.

Working-class people also find it harder to climb the career ladder inside charitable organisations, with the report highlighting how charity chief executives are twice as likely as the wider population to have gone to private school, rising to three times as likely for the biggest charities.

Duncan Exley, the author of the report, said charities were missing out when teams hired within their own social circles and class bubbles, which the research showed tended to skew towards the most affluent third of people.

He said: “You’re cutting off an awful lot of talent, you’re going to recruit people who have privilege rather than people who are potential.”

One issue identified was that most charities were not even tracking their own progress on how many working-class employees they had and which roles they held.

Of the 100 charities studied in one piece of independent research that went into the report, only one reported on the social class of its staff members. None in the main sample of 100 foundations reported on the social class of its board.

Exley, who is the author of The End of Aspiration? Social Mobility and Our Children’s Fading Prospects, said there were endless hurdles for working-class people in the sector.

These include a lack of progression from volunteering to a salaried job, having nobody to advocate professionally for them, and a lack of access to London where most large charities are based. Furthermore, he said it was simply not widely known among working-class young people that it was possible to have a well-paid career in the charity sector.

Even where they were successful in gaining professional jobs, working-class people often had to do a “crash course in applied anthropology” to understand what they needed to do to climb the career ladder, Exley said.

For example, a lot of working-class people thought “the way that you progress is the same as a way that you become a fairytale princess – that you’re good and virtuous and keep your head down and someone will notice you and want to reward you”.

“And then they were passed over for promotions,” he added. “The way you progress is you get close to the right people or you get close to the right projects, and in working-class professions that’s seen as being quite sneaky and arse-licking the boss and that sort of stuff.”

Part of a lack of action among charities was due to a “discomfort” about talking about class, the organisations said in one study that went into the report.

However, it also noted many charities wanted to improve their class diversity but lacked the resources or knowhow to do so. A small minority had programmes to actively recruit more working-class people.

Exley said charities could not afford to “sit on their laurels” and expect talented working-class people with strong values to fight to work for a charity when there were now so many social enterprises or businesses with a social mission.

“I think there’s a real danger of complacency there and potential good employees who want to make a positive difference in the world looking somewhere else,” he said. “A lot of charities are about opportunity and a lot of opportunities aren’t there.”

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Private payrolls increased by 192,000 in April, more than expected for resilient labor market

Private payrolls increased at a faster than expected pace in April, indicating there are still plenty of tailwinds for the U.S. labor market, according to ADP.

The payrolls processing firm reported Wednesday that companies added 192,000 workers for the month, better than the Dow Jones consensus outlook for 183,000 though a slight step down from the upwardly revised 208,000 in March.

At the same time, the firm’s wage measure showed worker pay up 5% from a year ago, a multiyear low that provided some welcome news against multiple other signs showing  inflation has proved more resilient  than many economists and policymakers had expected.

“Hiring was broad-based in April,” ADP chief economist Nela Richardson said. “Only the information sector — telecommunications, media, and information technology — showed weakness, posting job losses and the smallest pace of pay gains since August 2021.”

Job gains were strongest in leisure and hospitality, which posted an increase of 56,000. Other industries showing gains included construction (35,000) and sectors covering trade, transportation and utilities as well as education and health services, both of which saw increases of 26,000.

Professional and business services contributed 22,000 to the total while financial activities added 16,000.

Companies with 500 or more workers showed the biggest gain in hiring with 98,000.

The ADP release comes two days ahead of the more closely watched nonfarm payrolls report. In recent months, ADP has consistently undershot the Labor Department’s count, though the numbers were fairly close in March. The department’s Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that  private payrolls increased by 232,000 for the month  versus ADP’s 208,000.

Friday’s report is expected to show growth of 204,000 in total nonfarm payrolls for April, down from  March’s 303,000 , according to the consensus Dow Jones estimate.

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