Crew agencies around the globe are reportedly in full swing as the crew job market grows hotter. “There are a lot of jobs, [and] not enough crew to fill them,” says Jill Maderia of Denison Yachting. So if you’re looking to get started or to make a move, check out some of these hot jobs listed this week.
Captain
Job: Captain
Location: Miami, FL
Full-time captain for a 2000 70-foot Hatteras Sportfish based out of Miami. Responsibilities include driving, fishing, and fixing the boat. Email destiny@plasticsurgerykw.com for more details.
Chef
Job: Chef
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Permanent chef for a Marshall Islands flagged private vessel on a 112ft tri-deck. Qualifications needed for this job opening: stcw 95, eng 1, food hygiene cert.This is the likely itinerary for this vessel: Florida, Bahamas, West Med. Vessel is primarily location in South Florida and cruises US Atlantic, Bahamas with plans to head to west Med this coming summer. Vessel has two owners and runs with 6 crewmembers total.
Job: Chef
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Permanent chef for a Marshall Islands flagged charter and private vessel that is 145' to 175' (45 to 53 meters) in length. STCW - ENG1 Culinary Trained. Likely itinerary for this vessel: FL/Bahamas - East Coast USA.
Stews/Interior
Job: Chief Stewardess
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Permanent chief stewardess for a Cayman Islands flagged private vessel that is 111' to 144' (34 to 44 meters) in length. Qualifications needed: Valid STCW - Eng1. Likely itinerary: Winter: Bahamas - Caribbean; St-Barts. Summer: South Florida - New England areas. Must have strong service and leadership skills. The vessel runs with 7 crew in total and are committed to teamwork!
Job: Chief Stewardess
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Chief Stewardess for a 105-foot private/charter motor yacht. The vessel runs with a second who is rather green. The yacht is currently in Florida and headed to the Bahamas for a boss trip, then to the BVI's for the Caribbean season. The crew is on the younger side and looking for someone bubbly and willing to assist with lines and fenders on rare occasions when docking. Cabin arrangements are a 3 bunk cabin shared with the 2nd stew and deckhand on charter/trip. Off chatter trip, the stews stay in the twin guest if they want to.
Job: Chief Stewardess
Location: Bellefontaine, Martinique
Chief Stewardess for a 44-meter private yacht. Yoga experience and English as your first language a MUST along with your B1/B2 in hand. The yacht will be in Martinique and will be cruising the Caribbean for the winter and perhaps further afar.
Job: Junior Steward(ess)
Location: FL/Caribbean
Permanent junior stewardess for a private Marshal Island flagged 105-foot motor yacht. Knowledge of handling lines and fenders when docking is a plus! The current crew chip in wherever necessary to succeed and are looking for a like-minded person. Qualifications needed: Valid STCW and ENG1 or equivalent. Likely itinerary: Winter: Bahamas - Caribbean. Summer: TBD. Candidate must have one of the following: B1/B2, Schengen, US Passport/GreenCard.
Job: Second Steward(ess)
Location: Netherlands/Cayman Islands
Working alongside the chief stewardess you will be involved in all aspects of the interior including, bit not limited to, service, beds and heads and laundry. Female candidates only due to cabin arrangements. We are looking for healthy, active crew who don't like to stay out all night. Yacht is dual season so must have B1/B2 and Schengen Visa in hand.
Job: Steward(ess)
Location: Miami, FL
Permanent stewardess for a United States of America flagged private vessel that is 80' to 110' (25 to 33 meters) in length. Likely itinerary: Miami/ Bahamas in the winter, Chesapeake Area in the summer.
Deck
Job: Mate
Location: Miami
Permanent mate for a United States of America flagged 87-foot charter/private motor yacht with an awesome itinerary. Likely itinerary: Winters in Miami/Bahamas, Summers in New England and Chesapeake Area. The boat runs with 3 crew and can take up to 6 overnight and 12 daytime guests. This is a US flagged boat, so candidates MUST have a US passport or Greencard.
Job: First Officer/Chief Mate
Location: North America
Permanent first mate for a 132-foot US-flagged motor yacht. The candidates must be fit and healthy to handle all deck duties and water sports alongside the deckhand. Must be able to stand watch as this position requires assisting the captain in the Bridge. Manning requirements are for candidates with a 200T or equivalent. Valid STCW - ENG1 medical cert - 200T. This is the likely itinerary for this vessel: Winter; Bahamas for NewYears - Caribbean/ BVI's - Keys. Summer; New England areas.
Job: Mate
Location: Palm Beach, FL
Permanent mate for a United States of America flagged private 112-foot vessel. Stcw. Likely itinerary for this vessel: Bahamas, SoFlo.
Job: Deckhand
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Permanent deckhand for a United States of America flagged charter and private vessel that is 111' to 144' (34 to 44 meters) in length. STCW. Likely itinerary: Winter: Bahamas for New Years - Caribbean/ BVI's - Keys Summer: New England. Must have tender driving skills as we tow a 33ft tender. Female candidates due to cabin assignments.
Engineer
Job: Deck/Engineer
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Permanent deck/engineer on a private vessel that is 80' to 110' (25 to 33 meters) in length. Qualifications needed: some engineering experience a must. Likely itinerary: Palm Beach based/New England Summer. B1/B2 visa. This position can be a team with a stewardess.
Land-based
Job: Caregiver
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Elder care/companions: Job is for 5 Days a Week – 5 Hours per Day – Salary is $20 per hour. Clean record, good recommendations, mobile, with many skills. For more details about the position, email: jasonburkley147@gmail.com
Job: Lead HVAC Tech, Gillen Yacht Services
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Responsibilities include marine AC, water maker, and refrigeration system installation and repair. Must have four-plus years working on yachts, high school diploma or GED, HVAC certifications, driver’s license and good driving record, tools, and experience with testing equipment and tools. Email resume: careers@gillenyacht.com
Job: Machinist/Welder, Gillen Yacht Services
Location: Palm Beach, FL
Experience with aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel needed. Ability to: design and fabricate parts like mounting brackets, and read prints and drawings. Have machine shop skills. Indepedent worker. Must have personal tools required to perform job duties and have experience with tig, mig, stick; plasma cutter, lathe, milling machine, braising, plus fit, finish, polish stainless steel. Email resume: careers@gillenyacht.com
Job: Parts Inventory Manager, Gillen Yacht Services
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Manage parts inventory and retail parts sale for yacht repair facility. Some duties include: establish stock inventory re-order points and manage stock re-order purchasing process; work with management to establish pricing / profit objectives and implement; manage parts receiving and parts checkout and associated staff; develop POS business model and staffing to sell retail parts; manages RMA process. Skills needed: Excel, ability to learn new software programs, analytical thinking skills, previous management skills, parts procurement experience, and knowledge of marine vendors and suppliers. Email resume: careers@gillenyacht.com
Job: Lead HVAC Tech, Gillen Yacht Services
Location: Palm Beach, FL
Responsibilities include marine AC, water maker, and refrigeration system installation and repair. Must have four-plus years working on yachts, high school diploma or GED, HVAC certifications, driver’s license and good driving record, tools, and experience with testing equipment and tools. Email resume: careers@gillenyacht.com
Job: Lead Marine Diesel Mechanic/Job Foreman, Gillen Yacht Services
Location: Palm Beach
Thorough knowledge of diesel engines and generators, troubleshooting, repair. Prefer certification in MAN, CAT, Yanmar, Detroit Diesel, or Cummins. Knowledge of boat electrical and mechanical systems; engine installations and controls; supervisory experience; independent worker. Six-plus years on yachts, high school diploma or GED, various engine certifications a plus, driver’s license and good driving record, own tools. Email resume: careers@gillenyacht.com