Open Mate Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 31, 2026

#26/0060.

Position: Mate – 30m Private Sailing Yacht

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Mediterranean / Caribbean (winter)

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

Leave: As per contract

Contract: Permanent / Seasonal

Vessel Details:

30m private sailing yacht. Crew of 5. Active programme including regattas in the Mediterranean and Caribbean cruising in winter.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with all sailing operations (regattas and cruising)
  • Deck operations, maintenance, and upkeep
  • Support navigation and watchkeeping
  • Assist Captain with daily vessel operations
  • Maintain high standards on deck

Requirements:

  • Yachtmaster Offshore
  • STCW & ENG1
  • Strong sailing background
  • Dinghy sailing experience desirable
  • Non-smoker
  • Fit, active, and team-oriented

Benefits:

  • Regatta-focused sailing programme
  • Caribbean winter season
  • Social, active crew environment
  • Hands-on sailing experience

Apply: 30msyjobs@gmail.com

Open Deckhand Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 30, 2026

#26/0058.

Position Deckhand (x2)

Start Date Immediately

Location Perama Drydock, Greece / Mediterranean / Dubai (winter)

Salary €2,600 – €2,800 DOE

Leave 60 days (after 3-month probation)

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details 65m motor yacht (Cayman Islands flag, 1615 GT) with 21 crew. Currently in major refit, scheduled to relaunch around June, followed by Mediterranean summer and Dubai winter.

Responsibilities Full deck operations and maintenance. Assist with mooring, anchoring, and guest water activities. Work aloft for rigging, cleaning, and inspections. Support a busy and professional deck team.

Requirements PB2 and PWC required. Work aloft certification or relevant experience. Non-smoker. No visible tattoos. European or Commonwealth nationality with native-level English. Previous deck experience preferred.

Benefits Permanent position on a large yacht. Structured leave package. Opportunity to be part of a refit and transition into an active cruising program.

Apply +61 402 423 896

Open Captain Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 30, 2026

#26/0057.

Position Captain

Start Date Mid-April

Location Caribbean (ending in Grenada)

Salary DOE

Leave TBC

Contract Seasonal (until July)

Vessel Details Lagoon 62 sailing catamaran, US-flagged. Operating term charters to complete the Caribbean season, followed by haul-out in Grenada.

Responsibilities Full command of the vessel. Safe navigation and operation during charters. Crew management and guest interaction. Oversee maintenance and prepare vessel for haul-out.

Requirements USCG Master 100T license. Sailing endorsement. STCW certification. Previous catamaran and charter experience preferred. Strong leadership and organisational skills.

Benefits Caribbean charter program. Hands-on command role. Opportunity to manage full season through to haul-out.

Apply Capt.jrodriguez@gmail.com

Note US-flagged vessel. Candidates must be US citizens or Green Card holders due to USCG regulations.

Open 2nd Engineer Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 27, 2026

#26/0057.

Position 2nd Engineer

Start Date ASAP

Location Greece / Mediterranean / Dubai (winter TBC)

Salary €4,500

Leave 2 months paid leave

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details 65m private motor yacht currently in Perama Shipyard (Greece) undergoing major refit until mid-May. Private program with light owner usage post-refit.

Responsibilities Assist the Chief Engineer with daily operations and maintenance. Monitor machinery, systems, and safety equipment. Support shipyard period and commissioning. Ensure compliance with maritime safety standards and regulations.

Requirements Valid engineering certification suitable for 65m vessels. Previous yacht experience preferred. Strong technical skills and ability to work within a team. Proactive and hands-on approach.

Benefits Stable permanent role. Significant involvement in refit and commissioning phase. Light owner usage program. Clear structure with 2 months paid leave.

Apply +30 693 727 2536

Open Chief Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 26, 2026

#26/0054.

Position Chief Stewardess

Start Date ASAP

Location Imperia → South of France

Salary TBC (discussed at interview)

Leave TBC

Contract TBC

Vessel Details 50m private motor yacht currently based in Imperia and preparing to cruise the South of France for the season.

Responsibilities Lead and manage the interior team. Deliver high standards of service and guest experience. Oversee housekeeping, service, and interior organisation. Maintain smooth day-to-day operations onboard.

Requirements Proven Chief Stewardess experience. Strong service skills. Must be located nearby and available to join immediately. Professional, organised, and team-oriented.

Benefits Opportunity to join an active Mediterranean program with immediate start.

Apply +44 7538 868647

Open Chief Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 25, 2026

#26/0053.

Position Chief Stewardess (or strong 2nd Stewardess stepping up)

Start Date ASAP

Location Monaco / Mediterranean

Salary DOE (discussed at interview)

Leave TBC

Contract Seasonal (until end of September)

Vessel Details 44m private motor yacht based in Monaco with 6 crew onboard. Currently in Toulon finishing a shipyard period before starting the Med season.

Responsibilities Lead and manage the interior team. Oversee service, housekeeping, and laundry. Deliver high-level guest experience including wine pairing and cocktails. Maintain presentation standards and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Requirements Proven Chief Stewardess experience or strong 2nd Stew ready to step up. Minimum 2–3 seasons experience. Experience on similar size vessels preferred. Fluent English. Strong wine and cocktail knowledge. Valid STCW & ENG1. Schengen visa or EU passport required. Must be Europe-based and ready to join immediately.

Benefits Well-structured private program with varied Med itinerary (Monaco, Mallorca, Bonifacio, Sardinia, South of France). Opportunity to step up into a leadership role.

Apply +34 634 646 300

Open Head Chef Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 24, 2026

#26/0050.

Position Head Chef

Start Date 1 April

Location Mediterranean (South of France, Italy, potentially Greece)

Salary €7,000/month

Leave Standard paid leave

Contract Seasonal (1 April – 15 October)

Vessel Details 40m private motor yacht with 8 crew and up to 11 guests, operating a Mediterranean cruising program.

Responsibilities Prepare high-quality meals for guests and crew. Plan menus, manage provisioning, and oversee full galley operations. Maintain high hygiene standards and deliver consistent, top-level cuisine throughout the season.

Requirements Proven experience as Head Chef on similar-sized yachts. Strong culinary skills and organisation. Good level of English required.

Benefits Strong seasonal package with competitive salary and structured leave. Opportunity to work on a well-run private program with varied Mediterranean itinerary.

Apply +33 6 66 08 32 94

Open Deckhand Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 22, 2026

#26/0049.

Position Deckhand

Start Date ASAP

Location Bahamas

Salary Competitive (DOE)

Leave TBC

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details 74ft sailing catamaran operating a private/charter program in the Bahamas with a high-standard, professional, and positive crew environment.

Responsibilities Perform all deck duties including maintenance, teak care, line handling, and tender driving. Lead watersports activities and assist guests when required. Support service when needed and maintain high exterior standards.

Requirements Minimum 2 years’ experience with a strong sailing background. B1/B2 visa required. Valid STCW and ENG1. PB2 required, Yachtmaster Offshore preferred. Strong technical mindset, confident tender driver, and proactive attitude.

Benefits Excellent working environment, strong crew culture, and opportunity to grow within a high-quality long-term program.

Apply recruitingforyacht@gmail.com

Open Temporary Chief Engineer Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 19, 2026

#26/0045

Position Temporary Chief Engineer

Start Date 20 April 2026

Location Antigua → Palma de Mallorca

Salary Day rate DOE

Leave Temporary

Contract Temporary (approx. 1 month – Atlantic crossing)

Vessel Details 31m motor yacht (CdM 2025 build, 250GT) with twin 500kW main engines. Busy charter yacht requiring cover during Chief Engineer leave.

Responsibilities Oversee all engineering operations during the Atlantic crossing. Ensure safe and efficient running of all mechanical and electrical systems. Manage maintenance, troubleshooting, and support vessel operations throughout the delivery.

Requirements Minimum Y3 CoC (or equivalent). Proven experience on similar-sized vessels. Strong hands-on engineering capability and ability to operate independently during a delivery crossing.

Benefits Short-term, high-intensity role with Atlantic crossing experience on a modern new-build vessel.

Apply 31myachtjob@gmail.com

Open Deck/Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 18, 2026

#26/0042.

Position Deck / Stewardess

Start Date April 2026

Location Mediterranean

Salary DOE

Leave Seasonal

Contract Seasonal (April – October)

Vessel Details 30m high-class performance sailing yacht operating a private Mediterranean program with a strong focus on sailing.

Responsibilities Assist with all interior duties including guest service, housekeeping, and laundry. Support the Chef during meal preparation. Help on deck during sailing operations and maintain high presentation standards throughout the yacht.

Requirements Previous yacht experience required. Valid STCW and ENG1 (or in process). Fit, proactive and willing to assist across departments. Non-smoker.

Benefits Opportunity to work on a performance sailing yacht with a strong sailing program and professional crew environment.

Apply sy.honeyryder@gmail.com