**Calling all lead decky/bosuns looking to step up to a 1st Mate role**
A high profile 50m private MY is on the search for a new 1st mate keen to progress within the superyacht industry
The yacht is owned by a lovely Sydney family who uses the yacht as their weekender & day yacht.
Trips are usually short in duration and would suit a 1st mate hoping not to dangle off anchor for weeks on end
There is a professional crew (and fun) professional environment onboard and prior superyacht experience is an absolute must
The yacht will be in the Whitsundays for July & August and will return to Sydney for the summer
The 1st mate will be charged with the running of the decks , managing/leading the deckhand, bridge watches, supporting the captain, tender driving, launching craft, assist with ships business / paperwork
The 1st Mate will also assist with the incoming yacht assets which includes the procurement of a large chase yacht
When the Yacht is in Sydney, living ashore is highly preferred but open to discuss
The Ideal Candidate
- Superyacht Experience
- Master 5 or Yachtmaster level
- STCW
- Good seamanship skills
- Excellent leadership qualities
- Open to yacht largely based in Sydney
- Looking to progress tickets
- Excellent attitude , fun , energetic , positive
- Watersports skills
- Good with kids
- Work rights for Australia
Start: 20th June (which includes 10-day handover)
Salary: Discussed on Application, Paid through Australian system + benefits
- Classification: Mate/Officer
- Location: Australia/NZ
- Type: Full-Time
