1st Mate- 40m Private SY – Australia, NZ, Fiji, Tonga, Vanuatu, Solomons

Category:
Deck Jobs
Position:
Chief Officer
Job posted:
14 November 2024

Are you an experienced sail yacht professional interested in an epic Pacific Itinerary?

Do you have working rights / visa to join in Australia?

Position Snapshot

  • Start: When found
  • Salary: $110,000 AUD + Super DOE
  • Watersports & Sailing focus

A well established 40m Private SY is on the search for a 1st mate to join their professional team.

The yacht operates with 7 crew when cruising offshore with an extensive Pacific cruising schedule planned for 2025 including Australia, NZ,  Fiji, Tonga, Vanuatu & Solomon Islands.

The vessel also operates an interesting watersports program and any experience in diving, spearfishing, fishing or wing boarding would be well received.

The 1st mate should have a strong sailing background and can also assist with basic engineering / maintenance, supporting the chief engineer on occasion

Step-up candidates also welcome to apply as training will be provided by longstanding captain being mentored into 2nd in command position

The Ideal Candidate

  • Yachtmaster or Equivalent
  • STCW
  • Strong sailing background
  • Experience/interest in watersports
  • Enjoys an active crew environment
  • Keen for a cruising / travelling program
  • Live onboard
  • Can support the captain and act as backup
  • Confident watchkeeper
  • Work rights in Australia/NZ

Start: When found

Salary: $110,000 AUD + Super DOE

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language is required.