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126 JOBS FOUND

• Seasonal-could become permanent
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1
• Experience: Can be green if good cooking skills
• Salary: €2500-3000 DOE
• Experience: Similar
• Salary: €3000
• Qualifications: AEC minimum
• Salary: €3500-4000 DOE
• Experience: 1 year +
• Salary: tbd
• Temporary until end of May
• Qualifications: YachtMaster minimum
• Experience: Large sailing yachts and jet tenders
• Salary: DOE
• Seasonal until October
• Qualifications: YM offshore minimum

• Experience: 1-2 seasons
• Salary: €2700-3000 DOE
• Seasonal (possibly permanent)
• Qualifications: Master 200 / OOW 500
• Experience: as Mate/Chief Officer on larger boat
• Salary: 4500 euros
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG 1, ideally AEC1
• Experience: similar

Christchurch, Dorset, UK

Bespoke Crew Recruitment is looking for a Junior Admin Assistant to join our highly motivated team.

This position would be office based, so we are looking for someone who is located within commutable distance of Christchurch, Dorset UK.

Start Date: April/May or sooner.

We are a Crew placement service for the Superyacht industry. Our service covers all aspects of crew placement, from new recruits to more established crew members. We work in all departments, including interior, galley, deck, engineering, and specialist and technical roles.

- Building and nurturing new and existing relationships with our clients.

- Develop and maintain business opportunities for growth and expansion of the company through business development.

- Monitor company mailboxes and respond accordingly.

- Inputting and analysing data in line with our GDPR procedure.

- In-house marketing, through our social media platforms, produces content and responds to inquiries received through these platforms.

You will need to have:

- A positive attitude.

- Good organisational skills.

- A willingness to learn.

- Good written and spoken English and communicating with conviction.

- A natural ability to work under your own initiative.

- Ambition and willingness to get into a challenging and rewarding career.

We are offering:

- Flexible working hours.

- Generous holiday package.

Qualifications

Yachting Experience and or recruitment/sales background, Admin Experience

Bespoke Crew Recruitment is looking for a Senior Exterior Recruiter to join our highly motivated team.

- Identify, attract, and interview suitable candidates while maintaining good communication.

- Present suitable candidates to our clients based on their specific needs using our unique profiling process.

- Active in listening and understanding the needs of our clients.

- An interest in continual self-development and improvement.

- Entrepreneurial spirit.

- Prior experience in Sales or Recruitment is desirable.

- Competitive bonus & commission scheme.

Yachting Experience and or recruitment/sales background

We're looking for a rotational Chief Engineer to join this Private / Charter 40m+ M/Y.

An ideal candidate would have a Cayman Endorsed Y3 as a minimum (Or equivalent), and at least 2 years+ of previous yachting engineering experience. Any extra skills would be very beneficial: Tender driving, towing experience or Nav watch experience.

An active interest in water sports, surfing or fishing would be very beneficial!

Start date: ASAP Salary: 7000eur (doe) Rotation: 2:2 (Time for time rotation)

B1/B2 Visa is preferred due to vessel location and itinerary

We're looking for a temporary Deckhand / Medic for a 4 - 5 months temporary contract onboard a 65m world cruising MY.

An ideal candidate would have proven medical experience and first responder training. Previous deck experience would be preferrable, however non compulsory.

This position will be a hybrid role between the usual deckhand roles and duties with first responder responsibilities. Due to an extensive world cruising itinerary over the summer season, this particular owner has requested a trained medical professional be onboard due to the remote locations the vessel will be sailing to. Any previous water sports experience would be very beneficial due to the heavy water sports programme onboard.

Start Date: 15th April 2024 Salary: DOE (flexible for the right candidate) Duration: 4-5 months temporary contract with the potential to go permanent for the right candidate.

Due to cruising itinerary a B1/B2 Is preferred.

Due to cabin arrangements this position is only open to male candidates.

Currently seeking a 3rd Stewardess for this private/light charter 90m MY.

The ideal candidate will hold 2 years of experience as a minimum and must be confident to take on responsibility of the HOH and HOS roles a few times per year. Interior team of 9. This role could suit candidates with previous experience as a 2nd stew on a 50m+. Longevity is highly regarded.

Start: 16th April Salary: 3800 EUR 75 days of leave.

B1B2 Visa required.

Currently seeking an experienced Head Of House for this private/light charter 90m MY.

Candidates will hold around 3 years in the industry, and 1 year of experience as HOH on a similar sized vessel with proven longevity World cruising itinerary. Interior team of 9. B1B2 Visa in hand.

Start: ASAP/ before the 3rd of April Salary: 6000 EUE DOE Leave: 85 days of leave

We have an amazing opportunity for a cook/stew to join this 30m SY currently part way through the Oyster world rally! You will be joining in the Pacific.

This position is open to male and female candidates.

Lovely small team on board. Great owner and Captain. Fresh clean cooking required. Experience with sailing yachts is preferential. Ideally a minimum of 2 seasons of experience on a similar sized vessel. If you hold a diving certificate, there will be an opportunity to dive in amazing locations! Food Hygiene Level 2.

B1B2 and Schengen in hand required due to remote locations and immediate start date.

Start: ASAP Salary: 3000-4000 EUR DOE Standard leave.

We're looking for a Deckhand to join this dual season, Private/ Charter 45m MY ASAP!

An ideal candidate would have at least 6 months - 1 years worth of exterior experience and preferably a Yacht Rating or Yacht master in hand. Previous water sport experience or water sport instructor experience is preferred due to a busy charter water sports programme.

Any extra skills / certificates would be very beneficial, especially big tender driving experience, maintenance or water sports.

Start date: ASAP Salary: DOE Leave: Standard MLC leave (38 days)

Due to vessel location and itinerary, a valid US Visa / B1/B2 would be preferred.

Mediterranean

Currently seeking a temporary chief stewardess for this private 60m MY.

The vessel is currently in the yard so they will need assistance getting ready for the summer season. Candidates will hold 4 years + of industry experience. This role could turn permanent for the right candidate if both parties are happy.

Start: 21st/22nd March for 6 weeks.  Salary: 7500 EUR

We are looking for a Stew/Deck to join a 30m Private MY for the summer season.

The ideal candidate here would have some light cooking skills to step in for the current cook on board when necessary.

2 seasons of experience in a similar role/sized vessel would be ideal and they must be able to commit to the full season (April to October).

Salary: DOE Start Date: 15th April Female candidates only due to cabin arrangements

We are looking for a Skipper to run a Pearl 62 (19m) Summer 24,

The ideal candidate would need to be confident in single-handedly running a boat of a similar size or have chase boat captain experience. This is quite an unusual setup as the yacht does not have specific crew quarters, but the owner will provide hotels/shoreside accommodation when the guests come to stay onboard.

The owner will use the yacht moderately throughout the summer season. Cruising destinations of interest are Corsica, Sardinia, Italy, and Puerto Cuervo, so candidates with knowledge of these locations would be advantageous.

They are a lovely British family with adult children.

Start Date: June 1st End - September 30th

Salary: 6000 - 7000 euros DOE

Standard MLC Leave

Currently seeking a senior/lead housekeeper for this world cruising private/charter MY.

The ideal candidate will hold 1.5 - 2 years of experience and will be confident training the juniors alongside the Head of House. Amazing longevity on board.

Start: 2 weeks Salary: DOE in euros 3:1 rotation.

UK, US, or EU

Executive Assistant (EA) - UHNW Individual

Location: UK, US, or EU (with flexibility for extensive travel)

Salary: £70,000 - £100,000 DOE/Market

Our client, a prominent UHNW individual, is seeking an experienced and high-profile Executive Assistant to join their team. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated professional to work closely with the principal across their operations in the UK, US, EU, and potentially other locations.

Key Responsibilities: General administration tasks and basic accounting support Efficiently manage emails and communication channels Ensure technology is up-to-date and troubleshoot issues Produce and proofread correspondence and documents Maintain a well-organised filing system Liaise confidently with family members, staff, and external contacts Liaise with asset representatives on Yacht and Estate Management Adherence to the highest levels of confidentiality

Candidate Requirements: Excellent IT skills, proficiency with Mac systems Self-motivated, proactive, and resourceful Strong communication and people skills Organised with a keen attention to detail Clean driving licence Previous purser experience is preferable

Currently seeking a 2nd stewardess for this private 50m MY.

The ideal candidate will hold around 2 years of experience. You will be rotating in all departments and helping train a junior stewardess.

Amazing longevity on board, lovely crew and owner.

Start: ASAP Salary: 3500-4000 EUR DOE 40 days of leave.

Looking for a Stew/Beautician to join a World Cruising 60m Dual Season Private/Charter MY.

The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years experience working on a vessel of a similar size as a Stewardess.

Qualifications in manicures/pedicures are essential, then any masseuse skills are a bonus!

Salary: 3500 EUR DOE Leave: 42 days Start Date: 20th April

An exciting opportunity for a Florist/Stewardess to join a 70m Private Dual Season MY.

The ideal candidate must be able to do arrangements and handle the plant maintenance. Alongside this, you'll be able to use your creativity with the table décor!

1-2 seasons experience as a Stew/Florist would be great alternatively, this position is also open to green candidates who have worked in a florist!

Salary: DOE Leave: 60 days Start Date: End of March

We are looking for a Laundry Stewardess to join a Private 80m Single Season MY.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1-2 seasons as a Laundry Stew on a previous vessel.

Must be able to handle delicate items, use stain treatments, and have good chemical/product knowledge.

Salary: DOE Leave: 60 days Start Date: ASAP

Christchurch, Dorset UK

Bespoke Crew Recruitment is looking for a Junior Recruiter to join our highly motivated team.

- Inputting and analyzing data in line with our GDPR procedure.

- Yachting experience would be a bonus but not essential.

Please email your application directly to [email protected]  

Looking for a Spa Stewardess to join a 70m Dual Season Busy Charter/Private MY.

The ideal candidate will have done a season on board a vessel performing treatments however, the positions open to green candidates too!

The candidate must be trained in massages, facials, nails and anything else is a bonus.

Salary: Up to 3500 EUR + tips Leave: 40 days Start Date: ASAP B1/B2 visa essential due to itinerary

Currently seeking a 2nd stewardess/head of house for this private 60m MY.

The ideal candidate will hold around 2.5/3 years of experience and hold proven longevity. Interior team of 5.

Start: April Salary: 4000-4500 EUR Standard leave.

An exciting opportunity for a 3rd Stewardess to join a Single Season Private MY.

The yacht runs with an interior team of 4, has a generous training and course budget and will be based in Italy for the winter.

The ideal candidate will have a years experience, and any table décor/flower arrangement skills would be a bonus!

Salary: Up to 3300 EUR Leave: 3:1 Rotation Start Date: 15th March

Rotational Head Chef needed for Private/Chartered Island - in the Bahamas Florida/East Coast US based preferred. We are looking for an experienced and easy-going chef to join the team at a luxury private island. The ideal candidate would be classically trained with the ability to deliver exceptional French and Med-style cuisines with some Asian fusion. This is a busy yet small private resort that can have anything between 35 to 4 covers per night depending on the schedule and occupancy. The Head Chef will be required to do most of the prep for dinners, however, there is a sous chef who does desserts, breakfast pastries & fruit plates, picnics for boating and assists with lunches. The Head Chef will be responsible as well for planning and maintaining par levels of frozen and fresh produce, working closely with the GM and guest service manager to ensure orders and guest service are executed accordingly. The ideal candidate would love nature and be happy to live on the water on a remote island. Start date: ASAP Salary: DOE The package: - Flights and work permits would be covered.  - The rotation would be 2 weeks on, 5 weeks off, with some flexibility of possibly staying for longer stretches sometimes. - Self-service accommodation is provided. - History of lucrative gratuity from guests

United States

Currently seeking an experienced Stewardess/Yoga Instructor for this dual season private/charter 75m MY.

You will be rotating in housekeeping and sometimes service. Teaching experience required with official certification in hand. 90% stewardess role - 10% yoga B1B2 Visa.

The ideal candidate will hold at least 1 year of experience and must be confident in laundry, housekeeping and service.

4:2 rotation Salary: 3700-3800 + tips Start: April/May

We are searching for a Deck/Dive Instructor to join a 65m Private MY based in the Caribbean/Stateside.

The ideal candidate would have 6 months experience as a Deck/Dive Instructor however, the position is open to greenies with a great diving background.

Great promotion, bonuses, and training budget on board. Fun, fit, active, and sociable crew!

Salary: DOE Leave: 38 days Start Date: ASAP B1/B2 Visa is essential due to itinerary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Chief Stewardess to join a 35m busy charter MY for the summer season.

The ideal candidate would have experience as a 2nd stew or chief stew previously on a similar sized vessel.

The cruising itinerary will consist of Sicily, Sardinia, Amalfi, and Corsica. You'll be working with a 2nd stew, historically they have had 10 charters over the summer with great tips!

Start Date: Mid March

Salary: 4000 EUR + tips

Standard Leave

Must be able to commit for the full season which will be March-October

We're looking for a 2nd Officer to join this Private world cruising 100m+ MY.

An ideal candidate would have a Chief Mate Unlimited CoC with previous officer experience on yachts 70m+.

Extra skills such as large tender driving, water sport and large deck team management would be very helpful.

Any extra qualifications, certificates or skills would be a great bonus!

Start date: July 2024 Salary: DOE Leave: 2:2 Rotation

This vessel offers a proper world cruising itinerary with active and dual season usage.

Due to current vessel location and itinerary, a B1/B2 would be very advantageous.

Currently seeking a seasonal experienced sailing yacht chef for this 40m private vessel. The vessel will be cruising the Med this summer and will potentially be heading to the Caribbean next winter.

Lovely European owners, fun, active crew on board! 5 crew, 7 guests maximum. Family style lunch service, plated dinners. The owners like simple cooking: pastas, grilled fish, salads, fresh vegetables - (Mediterranean cooking)

Start: April/May - The position could turn permanent for the right candidate. Salary: 5000 EUR + DOE Industry standard leave.

Currently seeking an experienced service stew for this world cruising, private 100m MY.

Candidates will need around 2 years of experience and longevity of 1 year of more on an 85m+. Can consider 2nd stews on 50m + vessels looking to get onto larger yachts. B1B2 Visa preferred due to vessels current location.

Start: ASAP 3:1 Rotation Salary: DOE in USD

We're looking for a rotational Chief Engineer to join this Private 44m MY in April 2024.

An ideal candidate would have their Y4 (or SV 2nd Engineer) as a minimum and previous experience as a sole/ Chief Engineer on yachts of a similar size. This Position is also open to individuals with experience as a 2nd Engineer (with their ticket) looking to make a step up into a position with more responsibility.

Any extra skills or interests would be very beneficial, especially watersports, surfing or fishing.

Start date: April 2024 (flexible) Salary: DOE Leave: 2:2 rotational

Due to cruising itinerary and vessel location, a B1/B2 visa is very beneficial.

We're looking for an experience 2nd Officer to join this New Build 75m Private MY in April 2024.

An idea candidate would have their OOW 3000 (minimum), previous experience on vessels of a similar size and large tender driving experience would be very beneficial. This position is open to both experienced officers looking for a further 2nd officer position and newly qualified OOW's with a strong level of Bosun experience.

Extra skills such as diving, personal training or any extra qualifications would be a big bonus.

Start date: April 2024 Salary: DOE (competitive) Leave: Rotational

This position is open to both male and female candidates

We're looking for a Deckhand to join this Private 40m+ MY!

An ideal candidate would have previous exterior experience and preferably a yachtmaster (not compulsory). As an owners request we are looking for an individual with an active interest and experience with deep sea fishing and a variety of different fishing skills and techniques.

Any extra skills such as watersports, tender driving and maintenance experience would be very beneficial.

This itinerary offers a dual season usage and previous world cruising itinerary so a B1/B2 Visa would be very beneficial.

Start date: ASAP Salary: 3500usd+ DOE Leave: Standard MLC (42 days)

Due to cabin arrangements this position is only open to Male candidates

We're looking for a Deckhand / Physio to join this private 70m+ MY.

An ideal candidate would have their YM Offshore with at least 1 year previous experience on vessels of a similar size. Previous land based or maritime physio experience would be very beneficial as well as any extra skills, such as diving, big tender driving or personal training.

The itinerary will be world cruising, dual season.

Start date: Mid April 2024 Salary: DOE Leave: 60 days (5:1)

This position is open to both male and female candidates.

Currently seeking an experienced stewardess to cover for 2 months on board this private 90m+ MY.

Candidates must be proficient in service and housekeeping and hold 2 years + of experience in the industry.

Start: ASAP for 2 months - 200 USD per day

Currently seeking a Head Chef for this private 60m MY.

Candidates will hold around 3 years of yachting experience on a similar size, and hold good longevity. Strong land based culinary career desired. Galley team of 2. 2:2 rotation effective at the end of October. B1B2 preferable.

Start: ASAP - available for trials Salary: DOE in USD

Currently seeking an experienced 2nd stewardess holding 4 seasons of experience for this dual season private/charter 45m MY.

2x more charters for the Caribbean season. 8 weeks booked so far for the Med season. Charter experience ideal. B1B2 Visa, Green Card holders or American Citizens due to vessels current location.

Salary: 4000 USD + tips Start: ASAP/ 2 weeks 60 days leave after successful probation period.

New York, US

Housekeeper needed for a warm and welcoming UHNW Private Household in NYC. The Job role: - 5 days a week including 1 weekend day a week. - Daily refresh of rooms, turndowns, deep cleaning, organizing, etc. - May include casual light meal service. - Happy to work with a team of Housekeepers. - Ideal candidates would have an energetic, helpful yet discrete demeanor with great social skills. The Package: - May include 1-2 weeks in Southampton during the Summer (housing/transportation provided) - $35/hr – low $40s/hr, annual bonus, and medical/dental/vision benefits fully paid for by the company

We are looking for a reliable  Maintenance Manager  to oversee all installation, repair and upkeep operations of the Clients residence.

Applicants need previous experience as a maintenance manager and will need to have a solid understanding of plumbing and electrical systems as well as carpentry and other crafts. They will be well-versed in all maintenance process and health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will also have an aptitude in undertaking administrative tasks such as reporting, budgeting etc.

Responsibilities

• Develop maintenance procedures and ensure implementation.
• Carry out inspections of the facilities to identify and resolve issues.
• Check the electrical and plumbing systems of buildings to ensure functionality.
• Plan and oversee all repair and installation activities.
• Allocate workload and supervise upkeep staff.
• Monitor equipment inventory and place orders when necessary.
• Monitor expenses and control the budget for maintenance.
• Manage relationships with contractors and service providers.
• Keep maintenance logs and report on daily activities.
• Ensure health and safety policies are complied with.

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as a maintenance manager or another managerial role
• Experience in planning maintenance operations
• Solid understanding of technical aspects of plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems etc.
• Ability to keep track of and activity report.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
• A recognised degree in business administration or facility management will be an advantage
• A valid Certified Maintenance Manager (CMM) will be a plus.

Job Title: Head Gardener

Location: Ascot, UK

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Company Overview: We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Head Gardener for a prestigious private estate in Ascot. The estate spans 36 acres and requires someone with a strong background in sustainable gardening practices. The ideal candidate should have a solid educational background in landscaping/horticulture and experience in managing landscapes for UHNW (Ultra High Net Worth) estates or comparable properties.

Responsibilities:

Oversee and actively participate in sustainable gardening practices, ensuring no use of pesticides or herbicides.

• Manage the estate's 36 acres, implementing innovative and environmentally friendly landscaping techniques.
• Supervise and lead a team, addressing any challenges related to the existing staff while fostering a positive work environment.
• Balance responsibilities between hands-on gardening (50%) and administrative duties (50%).
• Collaborate with other estate staff to ensure cohesive and integrated property management.
• Implement and maintain a comprehensive plant inventory, seasonal planting plans, and sustainable landscape practices.
• Plan for succession and take on additional responsibilities with potential growth opportunities as the Head of Landscaping in the US retires in a couple of years.

Requirements:

• Educational background in landscaping/horticulture.
• Proven experience in sustainable gardening practices, with a focus on UHNW estates or comparable properties.
• Middle-career professional with the potential for growth within the organization.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills, with the ability to address and resolve personnel issues.
• Excellent administrative and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other estate staff and departments.
• Flexibility to balance hands-on gardening and administrative duties effectively.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement.
• Work on a stunning and expansive private estate in Ascot.
• Contribute to the estate's commitment to sustainability and environmentally friendly practices.

Location: United Kingdom (with ability to travel to Paris)

Salary:  £80,000 DOE

Job Type: Full-time, up to 180 days per year

Company Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chef for a land-based role, catering to the culinary needs of a prominent individual and their guests. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in high-end hospitality, with a preference for those who have experience working on yachts or with UHNW (Ultra High Net Worth) families and fine dining restaurants.

• Plan, prepare, and execute high-quality, clean, and organic meals for the principal and guests.
• Craft diverse and innovative menus, accommodating vegetarian/vegan preferences while maintaining flexibility for special events and dinner parties.
• Ensure the highest standards of hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with household staff to coordinate and facilitate seamless meal service.
• Manage kitchen inventory, procurement, and budgeting efficiently.
• Proven experience as a high-level chef, preferably with a background in yachting, UHNW families, or fine dining restaurants.
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification.
• Strong knowledge of organic and clean eating principles.
• Ability to create and execute diverse menus with a focus on vegetarian/vegan options.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
• Flexibility to work approximately 180 days per year, accommodating the principal's schedule and events.
• Willingness to travel to Paris as needed.
• UK-based candidates are preferred.
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and exclusive environment.
• Travel allowance for trips to Paris.
• Work with a high-profile individual with a commitment to clean and organic eating.

Northern California

We have a great opportunity for a Housekeeper for a private estate located in the Bay Area, CA. We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized individual with a background working for top luxury hotels, or ultra-high-net-worth family estates. The ideal Housekeeping candidate will have an outstanding work ethic and must be willing to maintain the highest luxury standards for a very large property. Responsibilities include:  

• The Housekeeper will complete daily, weekly, and monthly tasks working alongside a strong team of 2 others to achieve a very high level of service for the property.
• The Housekeeper must have the ability to anticipate and recognize the housekeeping needs of the estate with guidance and oversight from the Executive Housekeeper.
• The Housekeeper will also assist with special events held in the estate.

Necessary Skills and Experience:  

• The Housekeeper must possess the ability to maintain a high level of strict confidence and professionalism at all times.
• The Housekeeper must have excellent English communication skills (Verbal, Written, and Email).
• The Housekeeper must have a minimum of 3 years in the hospitality industry working in ultra-luxury and 5-star hotels or ultra-high net-worth family estates.
• The Housekeeper must have flexibility in his/her schedule. Weekends and evenings are part of the rotations and longer hours are required when Principals are in-residence.

Benefits:  

• The ability to work in a very team-oriented environment.
• We offer competitive wages for the best candidates.
• We offer insurance for medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents.
• We also offer 401(k) retirement benefits
• We offer paid time off including vacation, sick leave and holiday time.

We're looking for an experienced Deckhand to join this dual season Private / Charter 90m+ MY!

An ideal candidate would have a Yacht master Offshore and at least 1 years exterior experience on yachts of a similar size. Previous big tender driving experience would be very beneficial as well as any extra skills or certificates. Strong maintenance skills would also be a big bonus as well as water sport experience.

Dual season usage with a history of world cruising itineraries.

Start Date: 1st April 2024 Salary: 3000eur Leave: 3:1 Rotation (90 days)

We're looking for an Experienced Bosun / 2nd Officer to join this 50m+ Private / Charter MY in March 2024!

This position is open to both experienced Bosun's working towards their OOW CoC and newly qualified OOW's with a strong level of deck management and exterior experience. Big tender driving experience and water sport knowledge would be very beneficial as well any additional skills (fishing, personal training, diving etc).

This programme will provide a world cruising itinerary and an opportunity for a significant amount of sea time.

Due to the vessels itinerary a B1/B2 would be preferred.

Start Date: March 2024 Salary: DOE Leave: 60 days (5:1 rotation)

We're looking for an experienced Captain / Engineer and Stew / Cook / Deck couple to join this private Swan 75ft before the coming summer season!

An ideal Captain candidate would have a strong level of previous sailing experience, ideally on yachts of a similar size, and a Yacht Master Offshore (or similar).

An ideal Cook / Stew / Deck candidate would have a strong level of previous sailing experience, ideally on yachts of a similar size, and a Food Hygiene Level 2 as a minimum. Mediterranean cruising and previous charter experience would be very beneficial as well as any extra skills! An ideal candidate would be able to cook light foods such as grilled fish, fresh salads and any other Mediterranean cuisine.

Any previous racing or regatta experience would be very beneficial! 

The current itinerary is single season, med based, with the potential to go dual season in the future.

Initially a seasonal position with the potential to go permanent for the right candidates.

Start Date: 1st May 2024 Salary: DOE Leave: Standard MLC

We're recruiting for an experienced Deckhand to join this private world cruising explorer 65m MY.

An ideal candidate would have at least 1 year+ industry experience (minimum), a Yacht master (preferably) and a significant amount of previous water sports experience. Sailing experience, either instructor or competitive, would be very beneficial, as well as diving, board sports and any other tickets or qualifications.

Any drone piloting, editing or videography experience would be a huge bonus but not compulsory.

Maintenance skills and yard experience would also be very beneficial.

Start Date: 1 - 2 weeks (Early March) Leave: Standard MLC Salary: DOE (competitive)

This position is open to both Male and Female candidates

Currently seeking an experienced service stew for this private, dual season 100m MY.

Candidates with strong barista and cocktail knowledge would be hugely beneficial. B1B2 Visa in hand required due to vessels current location.

2 years + of experience on a vessel of a similar size. 

4:2 rotation Salary: DOE Start: ASAP

Experienced Housekeeper needed for Stunning, Private Estate in Surrey, UK We are looking for a Housekeeper to join a stunning private estate in Surrey which is generally only occupied during the summer months. You will be joining a small team where you will work under the direction of an experienced House Coordinator to deliver a 6* housekeeping service maintaining the estate's buildings. The Ideal candidate would fit the following requirements: • Good Command of both spoken and written English • Have a minimum of 2 years of hands-on housekeeping experience either in a 5* hotel environment or within a HNW private home environment. • Live within 40 minutes of the work location • Proven experience working as part of a team. • A car and a full and clean driver’s license would be an advantage. • Service experiences would be an advantage The Package: • Working Hours : 8am to 4pm • Salary: Competitive/DOE • Working Days – 5 days per week with 2 consecutive days off. Generally, at the moment it would be Friday/Saturday off or 2 week days off. Flexibility on days off and overtime is required during the summer months with the client is in residence. • Annual leave allocation: 28 days per year

Looking for a Stew/Cook & Deck/Mate couple to join a 30m Private Sailing Yacht for the summer season.

The Stew/Cook must be able to cook light foods such as grilled fish, fresh salads and any Asian or Italian experience would be a bonus!

The Deck/mate would need to be a confident tender driver and any experience with children and watersports would be great.

The season will be from the middle of April until October and will consist of cruising around the MED throughout the summer.

Salary: TBC 2.5 days holiday accrued each month

Looking for a Stewardess to join a 75m Private/Light Charter MY.

The ideal candidate will have 2 seasons worth of experience. WSET Level 1 or 2 would be a bonus.

Cocktail making skills would also be preferential for this role due to the high demand on board.

Salary: 3500 EUR Leave: 5:1 Start Date: End of February B1/B2 Visa in hand due to itinerary

Looking for a 2nd Stewardess to join a 35m Busy Charter MY for a summer season in the MED.

The cruising itinerary for the summer will consist of Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica and the Amalfi Coast.

Looking for someone with ideally 1 seasons experience for their busy program, and they must be able to commit to the full season.

Salary: 2750 EUR + lots of tips Start Date: Mid March

Currently seeking a Head of House for this 85m New Build.

The ideal candidate will have held a HOH role previously on a similar size. Around 2.5/3 years of experience required.

Rotation: to be discussed in interview Start: March Salary: 4000 EUR +/-

Captain - Private/ Charter 50m MY

12 crew - Dual Season

2:2 Rotation

Looking for a Deck/Medic on a 60m Private World Cruising Explorer MY. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong medical background in order to step in during worst case scenarios. They will mainly be handling minor injuries due to a heavy watersports program. 

The cruising itinerary this year will include destinations such as Norway, Iceland, Greenland, Canadian Artic, and parts of the NW passage. 

Any watersports experience will be a bonus for this position, must be an active individual who can assist with heavy lifting daily. 

Salary: up to 4000 EUR DOE

Leave: 38 days 

Start Date: Mid April 

No Visas required 

Male candidates only due to cabin arrangements

Currently seeking an experienced 2nd stewardess for this world cruising private 60m MY.

Candidates will hold around 2.5 - 3 years of experience. Adventurous owners and crew who are able to explore and enjoy the wonderful places the vessel travels to. Any additional skills would be useful!

Start: ASAP Salary: DOE in EUR 38 days of leave

Currently seeking a 2nd stew for this private world cruising 60m MY.

The ideal candidate will hold around 3 years of experience, ideally 1+ as a 2nd stew. The vessel promotes internally so good opportunities to step up to chief in the future.

Lovely owner, good longevity on board. Start: ASAP Salary: 4500 EUR DOE 42 days of leave

We're looking for a Captain to join this Private / Charter 40m+ MY asap!

This position is open to both experienced Captains (of both a similar size or smaller looking to step up) or experienced Chief Officers looking to step up into their first command and a solid amount of previous yachting experience.

Previous charter experience would be very beneficial, alongside yard experience and extensive Bahamas / Caribbean cruising.

The minimum ticket requirements are a Master 500gt with anything bigger being very beneficial and experience managing a team of 7+ Crew.

Start date: Asap Salary: DOE Leave: Standard MLC (flexible)

A b1/b2 visa would be beneficial due to vessels location and cruising itinerary.

We're looking for an experienced Lead Deckhand to join this Private 65m MY in March 2024.

An ideal candidate would have a solid amount of previous deck experience with a yachtmaster and/ or a Yacht rating would be preferable. This is open to senior deck crew looking for a step up in responsibility and work with the bosun to help train and develop junior deck crew members.

Watersports and big tender driving experience would be very beneficial, alongside previous maintenance and yard experience.

Start Date: March 2024 Salary: 3750eur doe Leave: Standard MLC

Due to cabin arrangements, this position is open to male candidates only.

We're looking for a Bosun for a private 60m+ MY!

This position is open to both experienced Bosuns looking for a new challenge or experienced Senior / Lead deckhands looking to make a step up in responsibility.

An ideal candidate would have a Yacht master Offshore (minimum), Nav rating (very helpful) and previous big tender driving experience. Any extra water sports and maintenance experience would be very beneficial.

Start date: March 2024 Salary: DOE (competitive) Leave: Standard MLC

This position is open to male candidates only due to cabin armaments.

Currently seeking a temp Yoga stewardess for this private/charter dual season 70m MY.

The ideal candidate will hold 1 year of experience and experience taking classes for guests and owners previously. This position could turn permanent for the right candidate.

Start: ASAP for 3 weeks. (3 charters booked) Salary: 3500 EUR + Charter tips Rotational if permanent.  B1B2 Visa required due to vessels current location.

Job Opportunity: Nanny/Household Aid for UHNW family in the New York Area

Join a UHNW family, residing in multiple properties in New York state, including their luxurious Hamptons property as a Nanny/. The family is a young, fun, active, and welcoming unit, seeking a weekend Nanny/Housekeeper to provide support and warmth to their properties.

The Job: We are currently seeking a weekend Nanny/Service to become a crucial part of a dynamic and warm family's life across their multiple properties. This unique opportunity involves traveling between Manhattan and the Hamptons, providing support primarily during weekends for their pre-teen child. The role will be relatively hands-off childcare and that are looking for someone who can be seen as more on a companion or older sibling to the child, wile being on standby to offer general household support.

Responsibilities: • Act as a supportive figure for the school-aged children, more akin to an older sister or companion. • Perform light housekeeping and meal preparation (no cooking required). • Drive the child to and from playdates, activities, etc. • Offer general household support.

Requirements: Must have a green card or US passport. Non-allergic and animal-friendly, as the family has two small dogs and a cat. Comfortable with domestic travel; all travel arrangements will be taken care of.

Candidate Qualities: Warm, nurturing, and sociable. Capable of blending well with both the family and other staff members. Flexible with varying hours, mainly on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with potential for additional weekdays.

Competitive salary range: $30 - $40 per hour (DOE). Overtime and bonuses available.

Looking for a 3rd Stew to join a 60m Private New Build MY.

Ideally looking for someone with a full season worth of experience on a similar sized vessel.

Active program and crew. Must be adventurous to fit in with their exciting world cruising itinerary.

Salary: 3500 EUR after probation period Leave: 60 days Start Date: ASAP

We're looking for a qualified and experienced Chief Officer to join this private 75m MY!

This position is open to both experienced Chief Officers and experienced 2nd Officers looking for a step up in responsibility! An ideal candidate would have at least 1 year+ on their last vessel, a CM 3000 (for manning) and solid previous exterior experience.

Diving experience and tickets would be a huge bonus, as well as water sports and tender driving experience.

Start date: February 2024 Salary: 7000eur+ DOE Rotation: 2:2 (time for time)

a B1/B2 visa would be preferred due to vessel itinerary.

Tennessee, USA

We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Housekeeper to maintain the pristine condition of a private estate in the picturesque setting of  Tennessee.

About the Estate:

The residence is one of many within the family's portfolio, spanning 18,000 sq ft, with a stunning 5,000 sq ft show home featuring expansive living spaces and facilities, nestled against the backdrop of the breathtaking Smoky Lake Mountains.

The Role:  We are looking for a Housekeeper with exceptionally high standards in cleanliness and presentation. The successful candidate will:

• Have a personable yet discreet personality.
• Work five days a week, Monday to Friday, within social hours.
• Receive compensatory days/overtime for national holidays worked
• Be responsible for general housekeeping duties, maintaining high household standards and occasional errands.
• Assist with events
• Work alongside the House manager to ensure the smooth running of the Estate at all times
• Service and hospitality experience would be beneficial.
• Competitive salary: $75,000-80,000 per annum DOE
• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare.
• Standard leave package with flexibility
• A great opportunity for role expansion and longevity within the property portfolio. 

This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exceptional team and enjoy the beauty of East Tennessee with occasional travel to beautiful locations. If you have a keen eye for detail, and high standards of cleanliness, and are seeking a fulfilling role with generous benefits, we invite you to apply.

To apply, please send your resume to [email protected]

Currently seeking a 2nd stewardess with around 2 seasons of experience for this private 40m MY.

Candidates must hold a Green Card, or be American Citizens due to legality reasons.

Established yacht owners, fantastic longevity amongst crew on board.

Start: ASAP/ Flexible Salary: DOE above industry standard USD. (Perks to be discussed in interview) Standard leave. Weeks off whenever possible. This position would suit candidates looking to be based in Florida or New England.

Looking for a Stew/Masseuse to join an 80m Private/Light Charter MY.

The ideal candidate will have 6 months to 1 year worth of experience, however they are open to greenies.

Salary: 3650 EUR Leave: 60 days Start Date: Mid Feb

Looking for a Stew/Masseuse to join an 80m Private well-established MY.

The ideal candidate will have 3 years land-based experience, and 1-2 seasons on a yacht.

Salary: DOE +tips Leave: 90 days Start Date: Mid Feb B1/B2 visa due to itinerary

We are looking for a head chef for a private 60m MY.

Looking for a candidate with previous experience working on a 50m+ as a sole/head chef.

The ideal candidate will be very versatile in terms of cooking style and being able to provide various international cuisines.

Start date: ASAP

Salary: DOE

Leave: 2:2 rotation (8 weeks on, 8 weeks off)

Currently seeking an experienced Pilates Instructor for this private/charter 70m MY.

Dual season private and charter programme. Due to vessels current location, B1B2 Visa in hand is required. Candidates must hold an official Pilates Instructor qualification, and a minimum of 6 months experience in service and housekeeping on a 40m + Teaching experience is required.

Start: Feb Salary: DOE in EUR 3:1 Rotation

Seeking an experienced Sous Chef for this private, world cruising 100m+ MY.

Formal culinary training required. Minimum of 1.5 -2 years+ yachting experience with solid longevity and a strong land based culinary background. B1B2 Visa in hand required.

Start: 15th March 2:2 Rotation Salary: DOE in USD

We're looking for an experienced Deckhand looking for a step up in responsibility for this dual season Private 60m MY!

An ideal candidate would have their Yacht master Offshore (for manning), solid big tender driving experience and around 2 years + exterior experience on yachts of a similar size. This position would be ideal for an individual with a decent amount of exterior experience looking to take on more responsibilities leading and teaching junior crew.

Any extra skills would be very beneficial, especially dive and water sports experience!

Previous Heli Ops experience would also be very beneficial.

This yacht has a dual season itinerary with a world cruising plans so ideal for someone looking to gain sea days and miles.

A B1/B2 Visa in hand is preferrable due to current location and cruising itinerary.

Start Date: ASAP Salary: 4000usd+ (DOE) Leave: 45 days+

We're looking for an experienced and qualified Bosun / OOW to join this Private 75m MY in March 2024.

An ideal candidate would be an experienced Bosun with a OOW 3000 in hand. This position will be a hybrid role with dedicated bridge and navigational responsibilities as well as Bosun responsibilities. Previous large tender driving experience is necessary and maintenance skills/ experience. Dive certificates would be very beneficial as well as any extra skills / certificates.

Start date: March 2024 Salary: DOE Leave: 40 days + DOE

Looking for a 3rd Stewardess to join a 50m Private Single Season MY.

The ideal candidate will have 1-2 seasons worth of experience.

In the summer the cruising itinerary will be Greece and Italy. Generous training budget on board.

Salary: DOE Leave: 60 days Start Date: 1st February

Private Residence in the Hamptons

Seasonal Contract (Mid-April to End of September) with Potential for Permanent Role

Join a lovely family based in the Hamptons throughout the summer, offering a unique opportunity to work in a picturesque setting.  We are now seeking a skilled and experienced Service Steward to elevate the households hospitality standards.

• Oversee beverage and food service for lunch and dinner, adapting to guest movements.
• Set tables, manage table décor, run food, and liaise with guests and chefs seamlessly.
• Mix drinks and provide wine service, ensuring a delightful dining experience.
• Take charge of all beverage provisioning for the property.
• Optionally available for live-in/live-out arrangement.
• Approximately 3 years of experience in the industry as a chief stew or 2nd stew.
• Independent, sociable, warm, and confident in elevating service standards.

Additional Duties:

• 5 days a week 
• Perform service-related tasks such as setting tables, clean up, dishes, etc.
• Support the chef with light meal prep as needed.
• Interact frequently with Principals.
• Assist with light childcare, serving as a companion for events, sports, outings, etc.
• Run errands and drive family members as required.

Working Hours:

• 8-12 hours per day, 5-6 days per week.
• Full medical insurance is provided.

Cook/Stew for a Private/ Charter 30m Sailing Yacht

We are looking for a well-rounded Cook/Stew to join a team of four to deliver a stellar experience for both the owners and prospective charter guests. The plans are for the next few months; the yacht will be at the shipyard working on exterior maintenance and then go into the med season for the owner\'s use only. The vessel will then go into another shipyard period for an interior update for the following summer when they plan to open to the charter market.

The ideal candidate would be strong in both their culinary skills and housekeeping, with a versatile repertoire to cater for both the owners’ and charter guests' palettes. Additional skills such as tender or dinghy sailing would be beneficial.

This position can be coupled with a Captain/Engineer position so couples would be preferable for this position.

Salary: EUR 3,500 - 4000 Leave: Standard MLC Start date: Early February

Looking for a Spa Therapist/Stew to join a 55m Dual Season Private/Charter MY.

The ideal candidate will have 2 seasons worth of experience and offer massages. Manicures/Pedicures are a bonus.

11 charters booked for the summer. Housekeeping/Laundry experience beneficial.

Great longevity incentives on board!

Salary: 3000 EUR DOE + tips Leave: 42 days Start Date: 1st March

We're looking for an experienced Deck / Personal Trainer to join this Private 70m+.

An ideal candidate would have extensive previous personal training experience alongside a strong level of deck experience. Personal Training Certificates and experience will be required with the necessary deck certificates.

Start Date: June 2024 Salary: 4000eur+ DOE Leave: Standard MLC

We're looking for an experienced Deck / Dive Instructor to join this Private 80m M/Y in May 2024.

An ideal candidate would have significant Dive Instructor experience alongside previous deck experience on yachts of a similar size. You will need Dive Instructor tickets and ideally a Yachtmaster Offshore (Not compulsory).

This yacht will provide a world cruising Itinerary with significant diving opportunities.

Start Date: 1st May 2024 Salary: Competitive salary DOE Leave: Standard MLC (42 Days)

We are looking for a Head Chef to lead a galley team on a busy 100m Private World Cruising MY.  Looking for a candidate with previous experience working on a 90m+ Head Chef, with proven confidence in running a galley team.

The ideal candidate will be very versatile in terms of cooking style and being able to provide various international cuisines, with a flair for both plated and family style.

Start date: March 24 Salary: DOE Leave: 2:2 rotation

Looking for a Stew/Masseuse to join a Dual Season 70m Private MY.

The ideal candidate would have additional beauty skills such as hair, nails and make-up.

Masseuse qualifications should include deep tissue and hot stone massages with at least a years experience.

Open to green candidates!

Salary: 5000 USD Leave: 60 days Start Date: 10th December B1/B2 Visa required due to itinerary

As always, the Bespoke team was an absolute pleasure to work with. Only sending forward candidates that match your criteria makes the hiring process fast and smooth. Thank you again for finding us a great candidate who is the ideal fit for our team and owner. Bespoke is, for sure, the only agent I would use for any future hiring.

Emma cottrell – chief stewardess., when you work with bespoke crew, you get the same high standards associated with yachting. their industry knowledge, attention to detail for each of their candidate profiles, and their drive to find the best is what yachts need in a recruitment agency., nick calligeros - chief officer, i have worked with bespoke crew for a few years now, from her helping me find positions to helping me fill them. the agents take time to really understand our needs and only send the best candidates forward. they send detailed profiles from their conversations with the crew, which really helps us to get an understanding of the candidate beforehand. they are not a typical agency who puts crew forward and forgets, they still keep in contact and follow up to check both parties are happy with the overall performance and if we have any concerns. fantastic service all around; i would highly recommend using the bespoke crew. thank you for everything, danielle hemming - chief stewardess, bespoke crew's team exhibited an impressive understanding of the yachting industry and a genuine dedication to finding the perfect match for candidates and employers. their attention to detail, personalized approach, and unwavering support throughout the recruitment process were nothing short of outstanding. bespoke crew yachting recruitment is for anyone seeking a professional, reliable, and personalized recruitment experience within the yachting industry., benjamin le marechal - head chef, the team at bespoke has always gone above and beyond to ensure each candidate presented to us not only fills the position but also aligns with our yacht's specific culture and ethos. they constantly demonstrate their passion for the industry and extensive knowledge of their own experiences, and i am always impressed with their unique, professional, yet personalized approach., georgia barber - chief stewardess, i first spoke to jacob from bespoke crew in my first few weeks of dock walking near antibes. the first call was extremely helpful; and he took an interest in my own background, qualifications, and experience. we then discussed the position i applied for in great detail. i am now secure in that role we discussed and after five months in i couldn't be happier with the yacht i am on, and the crew i am with., james lashmar - pt/ deckhand, it has been a great experience dealing with bespoke. excellent communication and a fast turnaround from the initial discussion to being placed on the yacht i am on now., euan ratley - deckhand, it was great dealing with jacob, one of the better agencies out there, tom riley - avit, claire provided such amazing support when looking for a new role. she really took the time to listen to both my previous experience and what i was looking for in the future to find the ideal position. claire’s help enabled me to make the transition from lead service to chief stewardess. i’d absolutely recommend bespoke crew to anyone in the industry., bonnie mitchell – chief stewardess, after working closely with bespoke crew over the past 3 seasons for permanent and temporary crew placement, they have become our go-to agent for crew. we have been highly satisfied with bespoke’s high caliber of service, which has been very professional yet personable. we have found they genuinely listen to and understand the requirements expressed for the crew sought and deliver only highly suitable candidates that meet the specific experience level, necessary skillset, and personal demeanor desired., brianna stenhouse - chief stewardess, i had a fantastic experience working with frankie. she found my cv, reached out to me, and i was successful in landing the first role she presented me with, which she ensured met my needs. she is communicative, friendly, and professional; most importantly, in a recruiter-candidate relationship, she comes across as very honest. when i am ready for my next opportunity, and if i take on any recruitment on board, i know who to call. i look forward to working with frankie again., helena sanguinetti - purser, i had a great experience with claire from bespoke crew she’s super helpful, always checks-in, and answers all of my questions. she helped me land my new role on an amazing yacht with great opportunities. i’m so happy for all of the support, i would love to work together with her again in the future would really recommend bespoke crew., linn sundqvist - stewardess, i had the luck to have claire contact me from bespoke crew recruitment. as a greenie, i heard it would be hard starting in the industry, and only on my second day of searching for a job, claire told me about me three amazing options. one of the yachts got in contact with me, and the next day and everything fell into place. she takes time to get to know you and find the job that would make you happy on all terms. thank you, claire, for sticking by me the trust i have in you is immense., zoé meeuwens - stewardess, this is the first crew agent where we feel listened to and not just sent 10+ candidates that vaguely fit our requirements and with the candidates that we hire through bespoke crew we always get great longevity. we have complete faith and trust in the bespoke crew team, so much so that they are the only crew agent we work with., ruben mejier - chief officer, i have been using bespoke crew for the past few years. they have done a wonderful job and have presented me with first class crew to choose from and have not inundated me with an inbox full of candidates. the backup and follow up also has been exceptional. i highly recommend bespoke and their staff as an excellent choice for crew placement., scott miller - captain, it was such a pleasure working with bespoke crew thank you, claire, for your swift responses and for providing us with good quality crew that fits our specific requirements in a short time frame i look forward to working with them in the future., tina floegal - chief stewardess, i wouldn’t work with any other crew agent. the team at bespoke crew listens to exactly what we require in a candidate and delivers solid, carefully selected, and well-vetted crew. the team has placed multiple candidates across the interior, deck, engineering, and galley. their excellent communication and high level of professionalism, it makes them a joy to work with., savannah squire - chief stewardess, i was first introduced to bespoke crew when i was personally called for a reference check. as we know, the industry is small, and we are all somehow connected by social interaction. checking references, especially verbal references, is of utmost importance when trying to find that “perfect fit” for your yacht. i immediately knew that the friendly, trusted voice on the end was doing their job diligently, trying to find that ‘perfect fit’ for another captain, and i respected that. we have worked closely with bespoke crew for nearly three years and have only positive feedback to contribute to their professional service. most, if not all, the crew has served on a longevity basis, all of whom fit in very well with our crew dynamic. i can highly recommend bespoke crew for your crew placement needs., aldon beukman - captain, bespoke has hands down become my number 1 crew agency. the agents i have worked with have all been extremely responsive and friendly and have made a real effort to build a relationship with you. they truly understand what you are looking for and never try to 'throw anything out there.' with my crazy schedule, they are good about chasing me up when need be and never letting anything fall by the wayside. there is always open, honest transparency, and i appreciate that so much. it is a big relief that there is such a consistent, all-star crew agency out there, brielle crumpler - chief stewardess, it’s been a pleasure dealing with the bespoke crew team ….thank you for discovering the right individuals for our program. we greatly appreciate the care is taken when introducing quality candidates to us and the effort to ensure a good long-term fit., len beck - captain, bespoke crew and their team have been a great help in finding the right people for our island. even though land-based and a very remote location, frankie was able to forward excellent candidates competent for the roles. bespoke crew is very responsive, responsible, and highly reliable. they stand behind their candidates 100%. excellent background checks and written and verbal references were provided. a great database of staff. highly recommended, ana white - general manager - private island in the caribbean, we are the managers in charge of a 25m sailing yacht and used bespoke crew to employ a new captain. frankie at bespoke crew was excellent. she acted quickly, provided regular updates, and produced an excellent list of highly qualified candidates. we placed the captain and would highly recommend her and bespoke crew., tom benson - director - seymour yachts, i am very impressed with how quickly i was put in touch with a highly suitable candidate through bespoke crew. the whole process was professional, extremely quick and efficient. i look forward to using bespoke crew in the future., doug pender - captain, the best crew agency i’ve been in contact with. i can’t thank frankie enough for landing me such an unreal job, james gordon - deckhand, professional and timely crew services delivered with a smile. thank you bespoke crew for helping me find the right job., heinz schneider-waterberg - bosun, claire from bespoke crew was amazing every step of the way when placing me on my next yacht. attentive, empathetic, and supportive, i couldn't have asked for anyone better. she went the extra mile in calling me out of her work hours to check-in too i can't recommend her enough. thank you so much claire, harriet simmonds - stewardess, * appreciation post * for sophie at bespoke crew, who has been so kind, professional, and invested in matching me with a wonderful new crew. sophie, thank you for checking in with me every step of the way, making me feel supported in taking the next step on my journey. thank you for genuinely listening to what i wanted and playing pro matchmaker. to anyone reading, i recommend getting in touch with soph when you are ready to find that job you were hoping for., jeannie griessel - chief stewardess, 11/10 recommend getting in touch with claire from bespoke crew. she is always friendly, making time for check-ins and updating me on applications. these little things go such a long way. thank you for your fantastic support, advice, and never being too busy to answer all my questions., juanita carmen olsen - stewardess, frankie from bespoke crew was amazing and efficient to work with frankie landed me a job within a couple of hours after applying had a great experience. 10/10 would recommend bespoke., jaryd robertson - deckhand, a huge shoutout to claire from the bespoke crew recruitment team for assisting me in landing my dream job a huge thank you for continuously checking in on me and for having such a high drive for work ethic. great communication skills and professionalism as well. i highly recommend bespoke crew and specifically claire for any yachties new or old to the industry, chane van rooysen - stewardess.

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Sunshine , travel, beautiful places and happy faces. No wonder a lot of people join the yachting industry as a lifestyle choice.  Worldwide yacht crew job opportunities exist for yacht captains, mates, yacht steward/esses, engineers, sailing instructors and delivery skippers as well as a range of support jobs on the management, sales, admin or technical side.

Good news, there is currently a huge demand for skilled and qualified crew on superyachts. 

What jobs are available on yachts?

The best yacht captains have a rare combination of sailing, management, technical and people skills. The responsibility of the skipper is to ensure the safety and satisfaction of the crew and guests as well as to manage and maintain the yacht. Generally bigger yachts mean more responsibility and better pay. 

RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore & Master of Yachts 200gt (150nm) is the benchmark qualification for professional yacht skippers. With this you are licensed to skipper up to 200 gross tonnes. Flying Fish Yachtmaster training is widely recognised as an excellent launchpad to this exciting career.

Yachtmaster Courses take place at our training facilities in the UK and Australia. 

Mediterranean flotilla skipper is an ideal job for a newly qualified Yachtmaster. The season starts in March or April and the timing is perfect if you have trained in Sydney between September and February.

Charter skipper and mate/hostess is a perfect yacht job for couples . The skipper takes command of the yacht and the mate/hostess acts as crew and looks after guests and onboard catering.

You will be expected to work together as a team providing a high standard of service. There are plenty of yacht crew jobs at the right time of the year in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean.

Yacht delivery skippers and crew may be hired to return a race yacht to its home port after the race or move a private yacht to the Caribbean from Europe for the winter. The skipper earns good money.

The crew can expect onboard expenses and travel costs to be covered. You will get valuable experience and those all important references under your belt. To work as a delivery skipper you need the qualifications gained on a Yachtmaster/Master of Yachts Ocean Traineeship.

Yacht instructors are in demand at RYA sailing schools around the world. If you enjoy teaching and are looking for variety in your work, instructing is a great way of improving your own skills and confidence.

You will need to qualify as an RYA Cruising Instructor first.

Superyacht crew work on a huge variety of sail and power vessels. The yachts are referred to as superyachts because they are bigger than 24m in length and no expense has been spared in equipping them. Some of them are literally magnificent.

They are usually owned by very high net worth individuals who expect high standards of presentation and customer service. 

STCW Basic Safety Training is required by all crew working on a superyacht. 

Superyacht interior crew should consider our steward/stewardess training course as well as RYA Competent Crew so you have basic yachting experience. Our two week super yacht stewardess course (Course) provides you with the minimum qualifications to step on board.

Deck crew will need an RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate (for driving tenders), a marine radio operator’s licence and an RYA Day Skipper certificate, in addition to the STCW 95 qualifications.

Superyacht officers, including Captain, Mate and Officer of the Watch, all start with Yachtmaster/Master of Yachts 200gt certification.

Some then work as a deckhand on a superyacht to acquire sea time before studying for command qualifications. Others choose to work as skippers on a smaller vessels before going on to upsize their certificates.

Once you have achieved Master of Yachts 3000gt you can apply for the best command jobs in the industry. 

Before you start training, prepare a CV/resume with the qualifications you expect to achieve. Apply for yacht crew jobs online and start networking as soon as you begin your course. 

How much will you earn working on a yacht?  

Superyacht crew positions are well paid and you have virtually no living expenses to worry about. The bigger the boat the better the starting salary. For a full breakdown of pay, view our yacht salary guide .

Deckhand: USD 30,000-45,000 a year

Chef/cook: USD 36,000-70,000 a year

First mate: USD 48,000-80,000 a year

Captain: USD 60,000-150,000 a year

Mediterranean flotilla work is less well paid but the lifestyle is great. A flotilla skipper earns GBP 120-180 a week. 

A couple working together on a busy charter boat in the Caribbean will have joint earnings in the range USD 50,000-80,000 a year, and you can expect to add to this with tips, especially from American guests. 

Delivery skippers earn USD 3,000-5,000 a month plus travel costs to and from the delivery. 

In the UK, skippers can work for charter companies or RYA sailing schools, earning GBP 85-140 a day in the UK or AUD 200-300 a day in Australia. 

A full time RYA yachting instructor can expect GBP 17,000-24,000 a year in the UK or AUD 40,000-55,000 in Australia.

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Trade your life for a life at sea as you work year round as a skipper or host with Yacht Week.

All our skippers and hosts start by attending Yacht Week Academy, our exclusive training course designed to set you up for sailing and hosting guests. Yacht Week Academy is powered by our in-house training company Quarterdeck.

Become a skipper

To join Yacht Week as a skipper you must have sailing experience and a navigational sailing license. A background in racing dinghies, keelboat cruising or similar is ideal.

During the course you will practise all from single handed moorings to circle rafts and technical yacht knowledge. You will visit and learn about the main ports in Croatia and prepare you for your first charter. You will get to know the skippers and hosts you will be working together with in the summer.

This is a training course which will get your foot into the sailing industry, you will be recognised worldwide as an experienced, professional skipper. The course ends with a pass/fail assessment and we do everything we can to make you pass. The assessment focuses on sailing skills, yacht manoeuvring, teamwork and guest communication. If you pass you will be invited to work for Yacht Week as a skipper in the summer. Learn more here.

Become a host

To join Yacht Week as a host you must have some experience in catering and preparing food in a work environment. A background as a chef is ideal. 

The course will prepare you for working and living on a yacht for a summer season. You’ll learn all the tips and tricks of how to cook on board a sailing yacht, how to give your crew an amazing week of holiday as well as seeing the most common ports we sail to.

The course ends with a pass/fail assessment and we do everything we can to make you pass. The assessment focuses on food preparation, food safety, presentation, teamwork and guest communication. Host Academy is a requirement for everyone who wants to work as a host on Yacht Week. If completed then will be offered to work with us for the summer. Learn more here.

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Delivery Skippers and Crew

What qualifications do you need to get a delivery job?

Many delivery skippers operate on a freelance basis but there are also delivery companies that coordinate deliveries and use a pool of regular skippers and crew. The arrangements concerning payment for deliveries to either skipper or crew will vary greatly from one company or delivery to the next so it is always best to ensure you are clear on what has been agreed prior to committing to anything.

The delivery of a private yacht by a paid or unpaid delivery skipper and crew is not of itself commercial use of the yacht. However, if there are paying passengers on board then the voyage is indeed classified as commercial in which case the vessel, skipper and crew will need to comply with any relevant commercial codes of practice and manning requirements relevant to the flag state under which the vessel is registered.

In the case of commercial passages under the UK codes of practice, the vessel will need to be coded and the skipper will also require a commercial endorsement on their Certificate of Competence. If the yacht is already coded and the only people on board are the delivery skipper and crew then it is likely that the voyage will still be treated as commercial.

The qualifications required to skipper a delivery will depend on where the delivery will take place and also the nature of the passage. However, the skipper will owe a duty of care to the owner of the yacht and, as such, even for non-commercial passages, as a minimum it is recommended that the skipper holds the RYA Yachtmaster™ Offshore Certificate of Competence and should also have a significant amount of experience on vessels of a similar style and size to that being delivered. For longer passages and transocean deliveries, it is strongly recommended that the skipper holds the RYA Yachtmaster™ Ocean Certificate of Competence. The higher your qualification and greater your experience the more appealing you will be to a potential delivery company.

Delivery skippers and companies will often require crew. This is a great way to get some extra miles and experience under your belt. First Mates are genrally paid, but for deck crew more often than not you only expect to be reimbursed for your travel costs rather than receiving payment for the delivery. The RYA provides a range of courses across many subjects that will assist in preparing you well for a role as a delivery crew member. Experience gained on a passage is invaluable and coupled with some quality training will see you grow in confidence in your boating abilities. You can find opportunities for delivery skippers and crew here on Crewseekers in our Sailing Opportunities section.

Qualifications, experience, endorsements and other aspects of this information can change on a regular basis - for the very latest information consult:

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Sailing couple wanted for Swan 75. Permanent position.

We are looking for a skipper/mate and a cook/deckhand for a Swan 75 from March/April .

This is a permanent position, so it continues in the winter, you would be employed in Switzerland, with all the benefits. The owner couple usually sails their boat themselves, but they need support. Mediterranean cruising is on the cards for 2024, winter possibly in the Caribbean.

Salary deckhand/chef 3,500 Swiss francs (starting salary with employment contract).

So we are looking for a couple. The last couple lasted almost 10 years in this position…!

What are the requirements?

Skipper : Ample (professional) experience with (preferably large) yachts, technical problem solving, nautical qualifications. As many nautical miles as possible in the wake. Languages: German would be an advantage, fluent English essential, other Mediterranean languages an advantage.

Deckhand/cook : Good manners, sailing experience, service-oriented, knowledge of food preparation/service. Languages: German would be an advantage, fluent English essential, other Mediterranean languages an advantage.

If you are interested, please send an e-mail to:  [email protected]   Subject: “Swan75-permanent Position”.

2 crew members wanted for an assisted delivery of a Beneteau 62 (2019) from Alcudia (Mallorca) to Arrecife (Lanzarote)

November 11, 2023: We are looking for 2 fellow sailors to accompany a 62-foot Beneteau on a cruise. Our customer, a Scottish Lady, wants at least one woman, a couple would also be great. Distance approx. 1,100  nautical miles. Total crew size: 4 . Duration approx. 10-18 days . Travel costs can be covered, meals on board are included. Knowledge of English is essential. Experience in long passages would be good. You should be able to keep watch on your own. It would start on November 15 in Mallorca. Please send applications by e-mail to: [email protected], subject: “Mallorca – Lanzarote: Crew” More about the yacht can be found here : 

UPDATE 14.11.23 SORRY! Unfortunately, the deal fell through at the last minute because we found the customer’s behavior too strange! 

Last minute: Crew member wanted for a delivery of an Elan 450 from the Baltic Sea to Portugal

October 14, 2023: We are looking for a crewmember for the delivery of a well-maintained Elan 450 from Augustenborg (DK) to Cascais (Portugal). Distance approx. 1,300 nautical miles. Total crew size: 3. Duration approx. 18-24 days. Travel expenses are covered, meals on board are included. Experience in long distance sailing would be required . You should be able to stand watch independently. Start would be already on Friday, October 20, 2023 in Augustenborg (DK). If necessary, the trip could go further to Gran Canaria. UPDATE: THANK YOU EVERYBODY, CREW IS COMPLETED

Experienced skipper + 1 crewmember wanted for sailing on catamaran Lagoon 42 (BJ 2023) from La Rochelle to Gibraltar

October 14, 2023: We are looking for an experienced skipper and a cremember for a assited delivery from La Rochelle to Gibraltar. Distance approx. 950 nautical miles. Total crew strength: 3 . Duration approx. 8-16 days . Travel expenses are covered, meals on board are included. Experience in long distance sailing would be important, as you would need to stand watch independently. The start would be in La Rochelle on October 29, 2023. The owner is the skipper. UPDATE: THANK YOU EVERYBODY, CREW IS COMPLETED!

Last minute: Crew member wanted for catamaran Fountaine Pajot 40 (BJ 2023) from Bremerhaven to Portugal

Crew member wanted for Solaris 58 from Dubrovnik to Marina Sant'Andrea

September 2, 2023: We are looking for a crewmember for a passage from Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Marina Sant’Andrea (I) on a distance of about 400 nautical miles. Total Crew Strength: 3. duration approx. 3 days, possibly a few days more in case of good (or bad) weather. Travel expenses could be covered, meals on board are included. You should have enough experience to stand watch independently in calm conditions and be seaworthy. Start would be around September 18, 2023 in Dubrovnik. Skipper is Rainer Holtorff.

UPDATE: The trip went to Ali because he was the first to apply for this and the other advertised trip. 

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Flotilla skipper.

As Skipper, you need to possess strong leadership skills and the ability to remain assertive, yet calm, even in a crisis. Sailing Holidays Skippers are prided on their ability to provide unrivalled support, whilst maintaining a laid-back demeanour.

Clients should be able to have faith in your decisions and feel confident in your abilities. There will be times when you are dealing with people on behalf of the company so you will need to think reasonably and possess a degree of diplomacy.

An ability to communicate with a wide range of people is an asset as you will be expected to liaise with clients, other lead crews and shore-based staff frequently. A tidy appearance is also important - as Skipper you should take pride in both the appearance of yourself and your boats.

You will need to be approachable and easy-going as many of your clients may be beginners and will need reassurance.

To be one of our Flotilla Skippers you'll need to have a minimum of an ICC qualification.

If you want to find out a little more about the role before you apply then keep reading!

The Skipper role is split into three defined periods throughout the year as explained below.

1. Build Up

'Build-Up' is the months spent getting the boats ready for the start of the season.

The charter season begins at the start of May so the few months prior are spent de-winterising the boats and getting them ready for charter. Skippers usually start arriving around the beginning of March and spend the first week or two doing general work before starting the build-up on their fleet of 10-12 boats.

Your tasks will include but not be limited to:

• De-fouling propellers and replacing anodes before launching • Checking and replacing all deck fittings where necessary • Assisting engineers with out-of–water work • Checking skin fittings • Launching • Replacing running rigging • Hoisting anchors • Servicing winches • Hoisting sails • Fitting biminis • Fitting guardrails • Checking dinghies • Splicing and whipping ropes

2. Sailing Season

The charter season starts at the beginning of May and continues through until the end of October. During this time you will be living and working as one of a team of three on your Lead Boat.

There is no hierarchy on the Lead Boat, regardless of position and the best lead crews work together as a team respecting each other's skills and opinions.

Briefings  - On the first day of the flotilla, you and the crew will be expected to meet the clients and briefing them how to work their chosen yacht type. The following morning you will give a detailed spoken briefing, outlining the flotilla format and covering all aspects of safety at sea. You will then demonstrate the use of the sails, winches, windlass and anchoring techniques onboard the boat. Each morning you will give a briefing on the days destination, weather, local conditions, any hazards and nearby bays.

General Responsibilities - As Skipper you will be responsible for the mooring up of the flotilla every afternoon with the assistance of the Engo and Hostie. During storms or high winds you will be expected to keep watch over the boats moorings which may require relaying anchors. This can mean staying up all night if you deem it necessary. You are also expected to sort out any problems the clients may be having with their sails or rigging, be it in port or whilst sailing. Generally, anything above decks is the Skipper's responsibility.

The client dinghies are serviced by the Skipper and you are responsible for all repairs. The driving of the Lead Boat is shared amongst the crew and should not fall solely on the Skipper - you will be expected to teach the other members of the crew to sail before the start of June. You are expected to assist the engineer and hostie whenever required.

Scheduled Services - There are scheduled services for you to complete every fortnight that include checking rig tension, winch servicing and dinghies. Services should not be left until turnaround day.

Turnaround - ‘Turnaround’ day is when clients depart and the new ones arrive. It is a very busy day for everyone as you have only 4 hours to get the boats back up to charter standard. It is important that you liaise with the other members of the crew on turnaround, especially the Hostie, and try and work around each other. The Skippers jobs on this day should be limited as most repairs will have been done as they arose. Your main responsibilities on turnaround are making sure the boats look presentable. This means coiling the ropes, replacing any if necessary, tidying cockpit lockers and scrubbing decks.

Lay up, at the end of the season, normally lasts for two weeks. During this period all the yachts are prepared for the winter.

Skippers are required to:

• Prepare boats for lifting • Wash and dry, fold and label all sails, biminis and sun awnings • Wash, dry and pack dinghies in complete sets • Wash and powder all ropes and store • Drop all anchors • Remove all guardrails • Check and record all damage to hull/gelcoat/deck • Note any damage to rigging • Cover all hatches and make the boats watertight

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She’s the first American woman to sail around world solo in race — and she’s from Maine

A s the sun rose, only one mile separated Cole Brauer from the coast of A Coruña in Spain, where a crowd of supporters eagerly awaited her arrival after 130 days alone at sea. The 40-foot yacht First Light sliced through the waves, its blue and red sails emblazoned with “USA 54″ billowing against the wind. Victory in sight, Brauer stood at the bow and spread her arms wide, a safety flare sparkling in each hand. As she neared the finish line, the 29-year-old sailor hollered and cheered, flashing a wide smile.

At 8:23 a.m. on March 7, Brauer made history. Four months after setting sail from A Coruña for the Global Solo Challenge , Brauer became the first American woman to race around the world without stopping or assistance. The youngest skipper and the only female competitor, Brauer finished second out of 16 racers.

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“I’m so stoked,” Brauer, of Boothbay Harbor , Maine, said in a livestream as she approached the end . She wore a headlamp over her beanie with the words “wild feminist” across the top, and a couple of boats trailed her. “I can’t believe it. I still feel like I’ve got another couple months left of this craziness. It’s a really weird feeling.”

She circumnavigated the globe by way of the three great capes — Good Hope, Leeuwin, and Horn — headlands that extend out into the open sea from South Africa, Australia, and Chile, respectively, and are notorious for presenting a challenge to sailors. Throughout, Brauer documented the arduous 30,000-mile journey in full on her Instagram feed. She amassed hundreds of thousands of followers, introducing many of them to the sport and upending stereotypes of a professional sailor.

Brauer, who is 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighs just 100 pounds, has long defied expectations and overcome skepticism in reaching the pinnacle of the yachting world.

“I’ve always been not the correct mold. I had a guy who used to always tell me, ‘You’re always on trial because the second you walk in the door, you have three strikes against you. You’re young, you’re a woman, and you’re small,’” she recalled in a recent interview. “Now with my platform, I don’t have to be as careful about what I say or do because people care about me because of me — not because I’m a sailor.”

In her videos documenting her long days at sea, she was often vulnerable, crying into the camera when First Light had autopilot issues and sea conditions caused the boat to broach , throwing her hard against the wall and bruising her ribs. She was giddy, showing off her new pajamas on Christmas Eve and dancing in a pink dress on New Year’s Day . As her popularity soared, she was a guide for the uninitiated, providing a breakdown of her sailing routes , her workouts and meals, and how she replaces equipment alone .

A native of Long Island, N.Y., she spent her childhood on the water, kayaking with her sister across the bay to school and finding comfort in the roll of the tide. She went to the University of Hawaii at Manoa , where, longing to be back on the ocean, she joined the sailing team. Brauer learned quickly, becoming a standout and winning the school’s most prestigious athletics award.

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After college, she moved to the East Coast, hoping to start a career in sailing. But she found it difficult to break into the male-dominated industry.

“It was very difficult. I got a lot of ‘nos’. A lot of, ‘No way, we want nothing to do with you. You’re a liability,’” Brauer recalled.

Undeterred, she took whatever job she could, often for little pay.

Brauer found her footing in Boothbay Harbor , where her parents, Kim and David, were living. She coached the junior sailing team at the yacht club and met yacht captain Tim Fetsch, who became her mentor. While talking with Fetsch one night over dinner, Brauer shared her goal of competing in the prestigious Ocean Race , known as “sailing’s greatest round-the-world challenge.”

He sent her “ Taking on the World ,” Ellen MacArthur’s book on finishing the Vendée Globe, a solo round-the-world race, at 24. She cried while reading it.

“They allowed me to flourish in Maine,” she said.

With Fetsch, she delivered boats to Mystic, Conn., and Newport, R.I., a sailing capital where Fetsch introduced her to his connections and she “was accepted pretty early on as as a worker bee.”

Her big break arrived when she became the boat captain for Michael Hennessy’s Class40 Dragon . She spent several years captaining Dragon and delivering it to races along the East Coast and the Caribbean.

In 2022, she was invited to try out for the Ocean Race. But after the two-week trials in France , where she sailed with a fully crewed team, she was dismissed. They told her she was too small.

“They didn’t want the 100-pound girl unless you were, you know, one of those big guys’ girlfriends, and I was not going to be that,” she said.

Describing the story to a couple of friends after the trials, Brauer made a vow — “I guess I just gotta go around the world alone.”

“It’s almost good that it happened because I needed that to push me over the edge,” she said. “I needed them to make me feel so little that I would do anything to be big.”

Later that year, Dragon was sold to a pair of brothers, who renamed it First Light and said Brauer could keep sailing it for the season. In June, Brauer and her co-skipper, Cat Chimney, became the first women to win the 24th Bermuda One-Two Yacht Race . After the victory, Brauer was prepared to take a break from competition and enjoy a “gorgeous Newport summer.”

Her sponsors had other plans. “You need to take the momentum with this win,” Brauer recalled the brothers saying. “This is probably your one and only chance to really show the world, and we’re willing to help.”

She set her sights on the Global Solo Challenge . First Light underwent a refit. With little time to prepare, Brauer suffered panic attacks and became worryingly thin. But the sailing community rallied around her and she assembled her team.

“Newport said, ‘You are our child, and we’re going to take care of you,’” she recalled.

Brauer took off from Spain on Oct. 29, and her online profile began to rise as she chronicled the voyage. The sudden isolation was overwhelming at the start, bringing her to tears at least once a day.

At one point in the race, while bobbing along in the Southern Ocean, things looked bleak. She was in excruciating pain after being slammed into the side of the boat and could hardly move. First Light was having issues with its autopilot system and she kept having to replace deteriorating parts.

“It took the entire team and my own mental state and my mother and my whole family to kind of be like, ‘You’re tough enough, like you can do this. You can get yourself out of this,’” she said.

In a race where more than half the competitors pulled out, their boats unable to withstand the harsh conditions, Brauer often listened to music on headphones to lower her anxiety.

“This is your everything. You don’t want to lose it,” she said. “Mentally, no one in the entire world knows what you’re feeling. They can’t understand the weather or the wind patterns.”

Her team monitored her by cameras, and she spoke each day to those close to her, including her mom, whom she FaceTimed every morning (she used Starlink for internet access). Sometimes they would just sit in silence. Brauer found comfort interacting with her Instagram followers, who peppered her with questions about sailing terminology and sent her messages of affirmation.

She made a ritual of watching the sunset and sunrise, each different than the last.

“Those were the most magical moments,” she said. “No obstructions, no buildings, no cars to ruin the sound.”

As she approached the finish, she described how surreal it felt that the journey was about to be over.

“It’s such a weird feeling seeing everyone. I’m trying to learn how to interact again with people, so we’ll see how this goes,” Brauer said with a slight smile and laugh on her livestream. “I don’t really know how to feel. I don’t really know how to act. I don’t really know how to be.”

Shannon Larson can be reached at [email protected] . Follow her @shannonlarson98 .

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Luxury yacht skipper loses $400k in scam, faces accused ‘money mule’ in court, says deception ruined his life

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Far North commercial skipper Tim Michalick lost $400,000 in an investment scam. He is speaking publicly to highlight flaws in the banking system and deficient customer protections. Photo / Jenny Ling

Sitting in court just metres from the man accused of laundering his stolen $400,000, Tim Michalick felt disgust and “burning hot anger”.

“It was really stressful. I just can’t describe my hatred towards that person. In my opinion, he’s the lowest of the low.”

Michalick, 43 - a luxury yacht skipper based in Kerikeri - thought his family’s life savings were being invested in a low-risk term deposit with HSBC bank.

In fact his money had been sent to an account allegedly controlled by a disbarred Auckland lawyer who is now facing 11 money laundering charges and, if convicted, up to seven years in jail.

Michalick lost the money in January last year and realised he’d been scammed the following month. He said the last 13 months had been a roller coaster of emotions as he came to terms with the sophisticated fraud and tried to navigate a banking regulatory system which he compares to “Swiss cheese.

“This has ruined my f***en life. It’s been so hard and I’ve been on a steady decline since [being scammed]. It’s really turned my life upside down.

“I’ve got the court case coming up. I’m just struggling at the moment to be honest. I ran out of steam at the end of last year and I’ve been running off fumes.”

The Herald revealed Michalick’s story in an investigation last June . At the time he remained anonymous, concerned about the impact going public would have on his personal and professional life.

But Michalick now wants to tell his story openly due to frustrations about the banking sector’s accountability, the ability of criminals to target unsuspecting Kiwis through the country’s deficient payment system with impunity, and what he describes as a “flimsy” and ineffective Banking Ombudsman Scheme leaving some victims without hope.

“All the reasons why I didn’t go public initially still apply. But do I sit back and miss out on opportunities to tell New Zealand what’s going on, or do I go hell for leather to do my bit for all those poor people who are going to be taken advantage of?

“I would be doing the banks a favour if I didn’t come forward.”

‘Sick to my stomach’

Michalick sent his money from his ASB account to what he thought was a Kiwibank “cooling off” account set up under his own name - writing “HSBC term deposit” in the payment reference field.

After Michalick alerted the banks and police to the fraud, Kiwibank was able to recover about half the money. The rest was allegedly used by the suspected mule to pay private school fees or transferred to other accounts.

When the $200,000 was refunded, Kiwibank included the company’s name that received Michalick’s money. He Googled it to find the sole director was the disgraced lawyer whose career downfall had been reported by media.

He is still shocked this man was able to open an account and allegedly use it to conduct criminal activity without being detected by Kiwibank’s fraud security systems.

“The fact he was allegedly operating this long without any oversight from the bank makes me sick to my stomach.”

Michalick handed a dossier of information about the man to police but it took months for stretched fraud investigators to lay charges.

Michalick also complained to the Banking Ombudsman about why a supposed HSBC term deposit payment going to Kiwibank did not raise suspicions with ASB, and about what he believes was Kiwibank “harbouring” a mule account that was allegedly used to launder stolen money.

The Banking Ombudsman dismissed the complaint about ASB, ruling the bank was not at fault. Regarding Kiwibank, the Banking Ombudsman said its current remit prevented it from investigating the actions of receiving banks.

Deflated, Michalick sought a review, but the Banking Ombudsman declined to reopen his complaint this month.

He also complained to the Reserve Bank, claiming Kiwibank had breached anti-money laundering rules through alleged failures to check the customer’s background or monitor the account activity to prevent fraud.

However, the Reserve Bank found Kiwibank was not at fault.

Michalick told the Herald he believed the regulatory system was utterly deficient, with victims left to carry the blame.

“They’re allowing customers to operate without any scrutiny or restrictions on their banking activity and there’s no one I can turn to to hold them to account.

“My only option is to run a private civil case against Kiwibank which costs hundreds of thousands of dollars, and that just can’t be done.”

He believed the Banking Ombudsman scheme was “completely flimsy”. Though it was meant to investigate the banks, two major banks’ CEOs were board members and the banking sector helped draft the scheme’s terms of reference, Michalick said.

He claimed complaints weren’t assessed on a “fair playing field” and believed the scheme wasn’t independent or working to protect consumer rights.

Michalick said he had drawn strength from other victims who were brave enough to tell their stories publicly.

He also thanked the Herald for its coverage, which was a “driving force” in promoting change.

Kiwibank, Banking Ombudsman respond

A Kiwibank spokeswoman said it immediately froze the recipient account when alerted to the fraud and tried to recover funds.

Kiwibank had co-operated with the police investigation and was satisfied it completed all required anti-money laundering checks and that its customer “met the requirements”.

The spokeswoman said there was nothing about Michalick’s transactions to trigger the bank’s security warnings.

Banking Ombudsman Nicola Sladden said she had considerable sympathy for scam victims who often lost life-changing amounts of money.

She strongly refuted Michalick’s criticisms.

The scheme was an independent dispute resolution body which must apply the rules in force at the time of a complaint. Current rules did not require banks to reimburse authorised payment scam victims unless the bank had missed “red flags”.

“We do not make the fraud reimbursement rules. We apply them.”

Sladden’s office had repeatedly urged the Government to review fraud reimbursement laws and strengthen consumer protections.

She said a recent review found the scheme was “highly effective” and operated with “integrity and professionalism”.

The composition of the scheme’s board gave equal representation to banks and consumers, with an independent chair casting the deciding vote.

Sladden said she was “ deeply concerned” about victims’ money being laundered through domestic mule accounts.

But her office was not responsible for supervising the anti-money laundering regime. This was the purview of the Reserve Bank, Financial Markets Authority and Department of Internal Affairs.

Under its terms of reference, her office could not investigate complaints about recipient banks, as they usually provided no “direct service” to complainants.

Receiving banks could not share information about recipient account holders due to privacy laws.

Sladden’s office was considering a review of its terms of reference to consider complaints about payee banks, but this was “likely premature” until they had clear duties to scam victims, she said.

Lane Nichols is a senior journalist and deputy head of news based in Auckland. Before joining the Herald in 2012, he spent a decade at Wellington’s Dominion Post and the Nelson Mail.

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