Are you a deckhand interested in a seasonal role in the Whitsundays?
Do you have tender driving experience and or/fishing experience?
Position Snapshot
A high profile 38m private MY is after a deckhand that can take the combo as either deck/tender captain or deck/fisherman for the duration of their Whitsundays season.
The owner is very keen on fishing (both line & spear) and would be open to the deckhand accompanying him on excursions from the yacht (optional)
If the seasonal deckhand doesn’t have the fishing skills than someone with good tender driving skills would be the priority.
The vessel is flexible on someone commencing and could take someone now if wanting to start immediately or next month.
The position would run up until November and could go permanent if all went well.
Great team environment onboard, the deckhand would enjoy the season
The Ideal Candidate
Start: Now/Before July
Finish: November
Rate: $6500 AUD / month DOE
Are you a stewardess interested in a position based on the east coast of Australia?
Do you enjoy working within a fun and active crew dynamic?
Position Snapshot:
A well run 38m private MY is on the search for their new chief stewardess to join them on their Australian east coast itinerary.
The owner uses the yacht intermittently and fly’s in / out to the various locations it finds itself in.
The guests enjoy being active on the water, fishing / spearfishing & freediving, in addition to dinners onboard and small parties/functions
The crew are fun, active, and adventurous and the team dynamic is extremely important onboard.
The chief stewardess should have a lust for travel and adventure and enjoy life on a travelling vessel
Managing a 2nd stewardess / deck and leading by example to provide an excellent level of service to the owner and guests.
The vessel may look at becoming commercial in the future and offering high end / low guest number charters within Australia & the Pacific
2023 itinerary will be Whitsundays until October / November, Gold Coast, Sydney summer 2023/24
The Ideal Candidate
Start: July (with handover from exiting chief stewardess)
Salary: From $90,000 AUD + Super DOE
Are you a decky with solid carpentry skills?
Are you interested in a world travelling superyacht with water sports emphasis?
Position Snapshot
A high profile 95m new build is on the search for a deckhand who has some good carpentry skills, in addition to other water sports talents
The carpentry experience will take priority, but any other skills or quals ie: Diving / Kitesurfing will also be advantageous
Experience on a yacht over 60m preferred. Longevity is good to see.
Fit and well-presented only
No preferred nationality must be fluent in English.
No couples will be taken so preferably without a partner in the industry.
Vessel is currently pinballing their way through the South Pacific Islands with a worldwide itinerary
The Ideal Candidate
Start: When found, can wait for someone outstanding
Salary: 3500€ DOE , 90 days holiday + flights, medical
Other Benefits: Crew gym area onboard, Training package after qualifying time served, Annual salary review and increases
Looking for a new opportunity on a yacht circumnavigating Australia?
Do you have prior superyacht experience either in Australia or abroad?
Position Snapshot
• Perth (Base) Kimberley (winters), circumnavigation planned
• Both Male & female candidates considered
• Live Onboard
A high profile 38m private MY based on the west coast Australia is on the search for a Deckhand to join their team for an immediate start
The yacht operates a purely private program consisting of Perth summers & winters around the Kimberley region, however the vessel will be heading around the East Coast from Spring
Managing a deck/stew the Deckhand should be able to lead by example taking full ownership of the decks , whilst still assisting the captain in both bridge watches & potential wheel time.
Interests in diving , fishing , being active, confident in and around the water
No specific ticket is required for manning but someone near or in possession of master 5 / yachtmaster would be highly considered.
Previous yacht experience is preferred and must be a confident tender driver
Great team environment onboard, very professional
The Ideal Candidate
• Previous yacht experience
• Working towards master 5
• Watersports Experience
• Good management style
• Ties to West Coast favorable
• Bridge watch experience
• Good knowledge of upkeep/maintenance
• Looking to progress skill on the wheel
• Likes adventurous itineraries
• Work rights for Australia
Start: Mid June 2023
Salary: Discussed on application , matching to experience
Are you a superyacht deckhand interested in joining a high-profile Superyacht in Australia?
Are you interested in working within a super fun and active team?
A high profile 43m MY is on the search for a fun and motivated Deckhand to join their professional team.
The yacht will cruise the east coast including the great barrier reef but will maintain a home port in Sydney between trips away.
Yearly international trip into the Pacific Islands likely, destination unknown but possibly Fiji, Vanuatu or similar
Well established superyacht family with healthy budget, super fun team who have all done their time overseas on Superyachts bringing a high standard onboard
The Deckhand will back up the chief officer on both deck & on the bridge with plenty of opportunity for training and mentoring
The position could suit a deckhand with at least a seasons experience on yachts in Australia/Sydney, looking for time within a very professional program before hitting the industry overseas in 1.5 years’ time, with a stack of training & references under their belt !
The yacht will consider candidates worldwide but will show particular consideration to candidates who have some affiliation with Sydney , due to operational area
The deckhand can live onboard or ashore
The Ideal Candidate
• 1-2 season Superyacht Experience
• Good knowledge of deck maintenance products
• Keen to develop tender driving skills
• Can bring a high standard of professionalism
• Respects discretion & confidentiality
• STCW
• Work rights for Australia
Start: When Found
Salary: 3500€ / month DOE + Medical + yearly return flight + 38 days leave
This is an exciting opportunity to join a high profile 43m recent build with an excellent team
Interested in banking big charter tips $$$ from a largely US client base?
Do you have previous chief stewardess & charter experience?
Position Snapshot
A reputable 38m Charter Yacht is on the search for a Chief Stewardess to join their team in the new year
Work hard and reap the benefits, the yacht will be doing a repeat French Polynesia charter season where the crew banked big $$ tips last year (even split)
The Chief Stewardess should be highly professional with previous superyacht Chief Stewardess experience and time on reputable charter yachts
The yacht is couple friendly and will consider a Chief Stewardess partnered with an experienced engineer holding III/3 or Y3
Joining in NZ on the 1st March 2023, the Chief Stewardess will assist with getting the interior ready for the busy charter season ahead, with the aim to be underway to Tahiti Late March
Several charters confirmed & growing with what looks like will be a bumper season
Must be willing to commit to 12 months onboard
Open to all nationalities, worldwide
The Ideal Candidate
Start: 1st March
Salary: 6000€ + even split of tips
Open to Couples: Yes
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Hats off to the crew at Motor Yacht Glaze for this amazing shot of taking Superyachts to new & exciting destinations around Australia
The Kimberley’s is a growing Superyacht destination in Australia, offering spectacular cruising grounds and untouched anchorages without anyone else in sight.
The picture above speaks a thousand words and signifies the rewards that await for owners wanting to venture further than North Head in Sydney harbour.
Remote locations do offer their own challenges though, including fuel range, provisions, parts, owner transfers & local knowledge, but the benefits are obvious
Major Yacht Services will continue to assist Superyachts wishing to make the journey to remote locations and ensure seamless, stress free cruising for both the crew & owners alike.
