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Head of Department

Lead Deckhand in France

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Position Filled

Position Lead Deckhand

Vessel/Shorebased Type 80m (262ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Yacht Built 2022

Position Type Temporary

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 11th Mar 2025

Job ID #2677070

Summary

We are looking for a lead deckhand to join our fantastic deck team onboard an 80m PRIVATE motor yacht. This is a great opportunity for someone ready to step up, lead by example, and join a solid deck team. This would be a great opportunity for someone looking for their first lead hand role. We are looking for the following:

-         Competent in all aspects of deck operations including anchoring and mooring.

-         Excellent organisational skills.

-         Confident in all areas deck maintenance including painting, varnish, basic carpentry and general repairs.

-         Great tender driving skills – confident driving 10m tenders safely in all conditions.

Requirements:

-        2-3 years of deck experience on 60m+ yachts

-         Essential qualifications: STCW / ENG1 / Yachtmaster Offshore or Yacht Rating / PWCI

-         Candidates currently in Europe only.

-         Male only due to cabin arrangements

 Job details:

-         6 month temporary contract with a view to extend

-         Start date: ASAP

-         Salary DOE

Languages

English / Fluent

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
RYA Qualifications
  • RYA Personal Watercraft Proficiency (PWC)

Location

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  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location France

More from Head of Department

  • Starting 31st Mar 2025
  • Temporary
  • 80m (262ft) Motor Yacht
  • France

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