A 95ft modern classic sailing yacht is seeking an experienced 1st Mate to join a private cruising program ASAP in the US.

The yacht was recently launched and has since completed some light cruising, with plans to head to the Caribbean for the winter. The upcoming itinerary includes Guadeloupe and Dominica, with the possibility of Antigua Race Week, before potentially heading to Norway and Sardinia next year.

The yacht runs with three crew, so they are looking for a capable, hands-on individual who is confident taking responsibility for the deck while occasionally assisting with the engineering side of the yacht. This is very much an all-rounder position where teamwork is important, requiring someone with strong practical sailing experience who is happy to get involved wherever needed.

The ideal candidate will have at least one to two years' experience on sailing yachts and hold a minimum YM Offshore. They should be a confident sailor with good deck maintenance knowledge and experience with passage preparation. Basic engineering knowledge would be advantageous.

With only two guest cabins and a maximum of four guests onboard, this is a small, owner-focused program. They are looking for someone proactive, reliable and organised who can work independently without needing constant direction. A positive attitude, good communication skills and the ability to take initiative are particularly important within such a small crew.

Qualifications required: YM Offshore minimum, STCW, ENG1, valid B1/B2, minimum 1–2 years' sailing yacht experience.
Itinerary: US East Coast / Caribbean / potential Norway and Sardinia
Male/Female: Open
Start date and joining location: ASAP, US East Coast
Package: Salary DOE, 38 days' leave and 10% annual salary increase