Open First Mate Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on January 13, 2026

#26/0003.

Start Date 1st March 2026

Location Malta (flag & current location)

Salary DOE

Leave 37 days per year

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details

28m classic wooden-hulled yawl with aluminum masts, modern sails, hydraulic winches, and updated navigation systems. Private use only. Cruises extensively throughout the Eastern Mediterranean, with frequent remote anchorages and plans to attend classic regattas. Crew of 4: Captain/Engineer, Mate, Deck/Steward, Chef/Steward. All-male crew with shared cabin (Captain has own).

Responsibilities

  • Lead deck operations and upkeep
  • Train and supervise Deckhand
  • Assist with sailing, navigation, and passages
  • Maintain exterior to high standards
  • Support with hands-on maintenance and engineering
  • Stand in for Captain when required

Requirements

  • Yachtmaster Ocean + valid STCW, ENG1
  • Extensive sailing yacht experience (classic yacht preferred)
  • Strong leadership and deck maintenance skills
  • Ability to live and work on a traditional sailing vessel
  • Proactive, positive team player
  • Non-smoker, non-vaper
  • Engineering knowledge is a plus

Benefits

  • Hands-on sailing program with long passages and remote cruising
  • Opportunity for leadership growth in a close-knit team
  • Participation in classic regattas and long-term cruising vision

Apply evolve.tradingsa@gmail.com

Open Chef/ Steward Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on January 13, 2026

#26/0002.

Position Cook/Steward

Start Date 1st March 2026

Location Malta (flag & current location)

Salary DOE

Leave 37 days per year

Contract Seasonal or Permanent

Vessel Details

28m classic wooden-hulled yawl with modern sails, rigging, aluminum masts, hydraulic winches, and updated navigation equipment. Private program with a focus on extensive sailing in the Eastern Mediterranean, often anchored in remote areas. Plans include attending classic regattas and expanding cruising grounds. Crew of 4: Captain/Engineer, Mate, Deck/Steward, and Cook/Steward. All-male crew with shared crew accommodations (Captain has own cabin).

Responsibilities

  • Prepare fresh, well-presented meals for owner, guests, and crew
  • Provisioning, galley management, and menu planning
  • Manage interior housekeeping and service
  • Assist lightly on deck and with line handling as needed

Requirements

  • Chef experience (yachting or high-end hotel/restaurant)
  • Valid STCW and ENG1 (or equivalent basic yachting certs)
  • Organised, budget-conscious, flexible, and self-motivated
  • Able to work independently and live aboard a classic sailing yacht
  • Non-smoker, non-vaper
  • Interest in sailing lifestyle

Benefits

  • Unique sailing itinerary focused on remote anchorages and regattas
  • Strong team environment on a beautiful classic yacht
  • Opportunity to transition to permanent

Apply evolve.tradingsa@gmail.com

Open Temporary Crew Cook Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on January 8, 2026

#26/0002.

Position Temporary Crew Cook

Start Date Monday, 12th January

Location Jacksonville, Florida

Salary DOE

Leave N/A

Contract Approx. 5 weeks (Temporary)

Vessel Details

50m private yacht based in Jacksonville. Cabin share requires female candidate.

Responsibilities

  • Cooking for crew
  • Planning and preparing balanced, nutritious meals
  • Provisioning as needed
  • Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the galley

Requirements

  • Prior experience in similar crew cook role
  • Female candidate (cabin arrangement)
  • Preferably located in Florida
  • Valid documents for work in the U.S. (if applicable)

Benefits

  • Short-term contract
  • Opportunity to gain experience on a 50m vessel

Apply claire.yachting@gmail.com

Open Bosun Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on January 6, 2026

#26/0001

Start Date 15 January 2026

Location Mediterranean

Salary DOE

Leave 45 days

Contract Permanent (MLC standard)

Vessel Details

50m private sailing yacht with a dual-season, world-cruising itinerary. Shared cabin. Professional and stable program with a focus on quality sailing and global exploration.

Responsibilities

Lead the deck team, manage daily operations, schedule maintenance, maintain exterior to the highest standards, and support safe and efficient sailing operations.

Requirements

  • Yachtmaster Offshore (minimum, in hand)
  • 2–3 years’ experience as Bosun or senior deckhand on 40m+ yachts
  • Strong sailing background essential
  • Excellent exterior maintenance skills (woodwork, varnishing, paint, deck systems)
  • Proven leadership and team management ability
  • PADI diving certifications a strong advantage
  • Positive attitude and professional work ethic

Benefits

  • Opportunity to cruise worldwide
  • Stable program with a solid team
  • MLC contract and high-standard sailing environment

Apply job4sailingyacht@gmail.com

Open First Mate Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on December 17, 2025

#25/1127.

Position Temporary First Mate (Bosun/Mate)

Start Date 5 January 2026

Location Cyprus (Shipyard Period)

Salary DOE

Leave Not specified

Contract Temporary (3 months, potential for permanent)

Vessel Details

40m Dutch-built private motor yacht, Cayman Islands flag. Starting with a 3-month shipyard period in Cyprus, with possible crossing to the Pacific and Asia.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deck department and daily deck operations

• Hands-on deck maintenance

• Motivate and support deck team

• Set a professional standard onboard

Requirements

• Fluent in English

• Yachtmaster 200gt and OOW 3000

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on yachting experience

• Proven leadership and initiative

• Strong exterior maintenance knowledge

Benefits

Opportunity to transition to a permanent role based on performance, with an exciting itinerary ahead

Apply charterstew89@gmail.com

Temporary Deckhand Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on December 15, 2025

#25/1126.

Position Available:* Temp Dechand
Private | 50m Motor Yacht
Joining Location: St Barths
Start Date: Within a week
Contract: Temporary

We’re on the lookout for a confident, upbeat temp dechand to join our exterior team of three for a couple of boss trips and ship yard period. A solid work ethic and positive attitude are essential.

Requirements:

  • 3 months – 1 year experience on similar-sized vessels
  • Confident with guest interaction
  • B1/B2 visa essential
  • Schengen visa a bonus
  • Fully vaccinated
  • Non-smoker, no visible tattoos
  • Good attitude and team player

This is a great opportunity to join a tight-knit, active and fun crew on a boat that maintains high standards. To apply, please send your CV’s and references to
+27 79 286 4221

Open 3rd Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on December 3, 2025

#25/1122.

Position Available: 3rd Stewardess
Private | 50m Motor Yacht
Joining Location: St Maarten
Start Date: Within a week
Contract: Permanent

We’re on the lookout for a confident, upbeat 3rd Stewardess to join our interior team of three on a busy private 50m yacht. A solid work ethic and positive attitude are essential.

This role will primarily focus on housekeeping and laundry (back of house) to start, with opportunities to move into service once comfortable. We’re looking for someone who is guest-friendly, has an eye for detail, and enjoys being part of a fun, hard-working team. Our guests love engaging with crew, so someone who’s confident and personable is a big plus.

Requirements:

  • 6 months – 1 year experience on similar-sized vessels
  • Strong housekeeping/laundry skills
  • Confident with guest interaction
  • B1/B2 visa essential
  • Schengen visa a bonus
  • Fully vaccinated
  • Non-smoker, no visible tattoos
  • Good attitude and team player
  • Female only due to cabin arrangements

Package includes:

  • Salary (DOE)
  • 42 days leave
  • Standard medical
  • Owners bonus incentive
  • 13th month bonus

This is a great opportunity to join a tight-knit, active and fun crew on a boat that maintains high standards. To apply, please send your CV’s and references to superstewrecruitment@gmail.com

Open Deck/Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on November 28, 2025

#25/1020.

Position Deck/Stew
Start Date Late February 2026
Location Start in Badalona, then Palma
Salary DOE
Contract Annual

Vessel Details
Swan 82 – Palma-based private sailing yacht

Responsibilities

  • Interior upkeep and guest service
  • Support on deck during maneuvers and maintenance
  • All-rounder role with flexibility across departments

Requirements

  • Sailing experience on similar-sized sailing yachts
  • Confident handling lines, assisting with sailing operations
  • Valid STCW and ENG1
  • Hands-on, self-sufficient team player

Benefits
Stable, year-round position onboard a prestigious performance yacht
Opportunity to join a small, dedicated team with long-term plans

Apply 36myachtjobs@gmail.com

Open Engineer Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on November 27, 2025

#25/1019.

Position Engineer

Start Date January 2026 (flexible for the right candidate)

Location Mediterranean (initial launch and cruising)

Salary DOE

Leave TBC

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details 40m new build private/charter sailing yacht with hybrid electric propulsion. Launch scheduled for mid-April 2026. Private use during the first season, with limited charter planned the following year. Long-term itinerary includes extended global cruising.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all engineering systems on a hybrid electric yacht

• Assist with new build commissioning and sea trials

• Maintain maintenance logs and ensure system reliability

• Collaborate with small professional crew to ensure smooth daily operations

Requirements

• AEC 1 & 2

• Valid ENG1 and STCW

• Preferably trade-trained with electrical focus

• Previous experience on similar-sized sailing yachts preferred

Benefits

Be part of an exciting hybrid-electric new build project with long-term cruising plans. Great opportunity for growth and involvement from launch phase.

Apply sailingboatcrew@gmail.com

Open First Mate Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on November 27, 2025

#25/1018.

Position First Mate

Start Date March/April 2026

Location Mediterranean (initial launch and cruising)

Salary DOE

Leave TBC

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details 40m new build sailing yacht (private/charter). Launch planned for mid-April 2026. Modern sailing setup with inboom furling. Private use first season, with charter planned in year two. Long-term itinerary includes extended cruising beyond Europe.

Responsibilities

• Assist with launch and commissioning of new build

• Oversee deck operations and rigging maintenance

• Support sailing operations including inboom furling

• Work closely with the Captain in navigation and guest activities

• Help maintain high standards of safety, seamanship, and professionalism

Requirements

• Yachtmaster Offshore

• ENG1 and STCW

• Solid sailing background, ideally on 24m+ sailing yachts

• Inboom furling experience preferred

• Candidates with strong smaller yacht sailing experience may be considered

Benefits

Opportunity to be part of an exciting new build project from the launch phase onward. Great long-term cruising plans and potential for career growth.

Apply sailingboatcrew@gmail.com