A 53m SY is seeking a Chief Officer to join their dual season, private/charter program.

The yacht is predominantly owner-used, with occasional charter, and has a particularly stable senior team. The Captain has been aboard over 15 years, while other crew members have also remained with the programme for many years. Following an extensive refit and repaint they are crewing up and preparing for the winter season.

This is a practical deck role rather than a paperwork-heavy Chief Officer position. As the yacht is under 500GT, the Captain manages much of the administration. The Chief Officer will lead a deck team of three and must be physically capable, confident with large sailing-yacht operations and willing to remain actively involved on deck.

Requirements:

• OOW preferred

• Strong sailing-yacht background

• Proven ability to lead and motivate a small deck team

• Confident with sail handling, large lines and physical deck operations

• Strong tender-driving and general seamanship skills

• Hands-on, approachable and comfortable working within an established team

• Male and female candidates considered

Package:

• Start: Sep/Oct

• Salary: DOE

• Full-time position