Are you a lead deckhand ready to step into a management role?
Are you able to lead a team of 3 deckhands across both maintenance and deck operations?
Position Snapshot
The yacht is used for strictly private use and will mostly be utilized within the Sydney Harbour region, although trips further afield are not completely off the table
The position would suit a lead deckhand with a few years experience looking to step into a senior role, working on further tickets , on the path to an officer on a larger yacht
The working week is typically 5 days / week with 2 days off
Good long-standing crew in place and the Bosun will be given a thorough handover
The Bosun will work under the guidance of a very experienced 1st Officer who has been with the vessel for several years + 2 X rotational Captains
The vessel operates a chase tender and the Bosun must have solid driving skills
The vessel rarely stays at anchor and trips are often short day excursions or in dock functions
Unbelievably down to earth owners who are an absolute pleasure to work for
Crew can live on or off the yacht and will consider candidates in all locations permitting they have the necessary work rights for Australia
Working days are usually 8am-3:30pm when in dock
The Ideal Candidate
Start: Flexible, when found
Salary: Depending on Experience (paid in AUD)
Are you a yachtmaster interested in a world cruising yacht?
Can you lead by example and have experience in watersports?
A high end 50m+ private MY is on the search for a Bosun to join their team.
The captain & owner are looking for candidates with proven longevity in previous positions.
The Bosun must above all be highly motivated and thoroughly enjoy working on a yacht with a water sports focus, experience in diving or fishing a bonus
Experience with mini-ISM & big boat practices, this is a high profile Feadship who run a very professional program
Can lead a team of 3 X Deckhands and have relevant skills on the bridge
There is an excellent crew dynamic onboard this vessel along with personable owners and guests
The yacht cannot consider candidates with any underlying health conditions or highly specific dietary requirements due to the remote locations it travels
The vessel is undergoing an extensive paint job in Mexico at the moment so must be happy to be in shipyard whilst working a normal working week.
Ideally have some experience with painting / varnishing.
Yachtmaster offshore required and should be on path to their OOW
Itinerary
Mexico , British Columbia, Costa Rica, Panama & beyond
The Ideal Candidate
Start Date– Flexible, ASAP
Salary– USD $4.725-$5250+ Flights, Medical ect
Are you an Australian or New Zealand Bosun/Lead Deck interested in joining an expedition yacht with a Science Focus?
Position Snapshot
Rotational Position , 3 months ON, 1 Month OFF
A very high profile 60m Expedition superyacht is on the search for a Bosun to join their unique program & team for some upcoming science & guest trips
The vessel is used for a mixture of private owner trips and scientific research.
Past science trips include: deep trench dives in the Indian Ocean & Ocean bed discovery missions in PNG
Itineraries include Australia (West Coast, Kimberley) , PNG, Indonesia & potential for Antarctic
The Bosun must be competent on deck, can drive tenders, preferably have hands on experience with maintenance.
The Bosun will be leading a small deckhand team and should have time in a prior leadership position
Previous Superyacht experience is necessary in the Bosun role but other time in ‘hands on’ expedition style programs will be looked on favorably.
Must be professional in approach and understand the hospitality side of working on high profile superyachts.
Lots of action in his role for the right candidate and not your usual push the chamois yacht
While dive background is optional, candidates with previous deck/diver experience will be highly considered.
Above all , must be a good fit for the incredible team environment onboard
The Bosun will join in Perth (home port)
The Ideal Candidate
Salary: $93,925 AUD / Year (TRP)
Start: Mid December
Rotation: 3 months on 1 month off
This is an exciting opportunity to join a standout crew and owner for not your usual superyacht program
