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The Crew Network - Ft. Lauderdale

Chief Officer/1st Mate in United States

Start date : 1st May 2025

Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 Certified Recruitment Agency

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Position Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 40m (131ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Number of Crew 5

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 10+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 2nd Apr 2025

Job ID #2702210

Summary

Position: CHIEF OFFICER/ Junior CAPTAIN - MI350 Master +

Ideally a Master 500gt. We will consider CM3000 with: 

200 GT Master of yachts or greater. Must have completed 3 years’ service on vessel > 15 meters, 1 year of which must be aboard a vessel > 200 tons in the position as Master or Mate. 

Applicants need to have:

All parts of basic STCW

OOW Navigation and Radar with ARAP (IAMI pass certificate)

General Ships Knowledge (IAMI pass certificate)

Advanced Fire Fighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB)

Proficiency in Medical First Aid

Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) – 40 hour course

Bridge Resource Management (BRM)

Human Element Leadership and Management (HELM – Operational or Management Level)

An approved physical examination within the last two years. National ID document. Marshall Islands seafarers ID book.

PLEASE NOTE: Proof of the above must be obtained before candidates can sign up for the M.I 350GT Master license/endorsement.

Will be based in the Mediterranean (Likely Spain)

Yacht: Motor 40m Private

Job ID: 1589085

Start date: Soon

Itinerary: S. Florida, Mediterranean

Licence Required: Master MI350 - Master 500


Requirements:

Advanced FF

STCW + Refresher

GMDSS

ENG1 or current fit for duty marine medical (valid for min. 6 months) - physically fit

Passport (valid min. 1 year)

Strong on Bridge/accounts

Strong leadership skills

Strong organizational skills

Solid history of crew management

Hands on DECK

VISA: B1/B2 visa (minimum 1 year) , Schengen for Europe as needed.

Background check and drug testing may apply.

Responsibilities: Chief Officer duties. Hands on Deck, Management, good communicator, great leadership skills. 

Job Specifics: CHIEF Officer / Jr. Captain - well organized, able to be a leader, great verifiable references, proven longevity. Large shared cabin. 

Salary range: Within yachting salary guidelines depending on experience

Package: Medical coverage, flights to and from the vessel, paid leave, etc. to be finalized during interview process. Eventually a rotation will be discussed.

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2
  • Schengen (or EU Resident)
  • C1/D
  • Green Card (or US Citizen)

Location

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  • Homeport Spain
  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location United States

About The Crew Network - Ft. Lauderdale

1800 SE 10th Avenue Suite 400 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 [ view on map ]

Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 Certified Recruitment Agency

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