Deckhand/Marina Specialist
- Category:
- Deck Jobs
- Positions:
- Deckhand, Water Sports Instructor, Security Officer
- Salary:
- TBC
- Location:
- WorldWide
- Start date:
- TBC
- Job updated:
- May 13, 2026
Position Detail:
Dual role acting as designated deputy of the ship's security officer, undertaking the day-to-day aspects of security operations alongside leading the onboard water sports & E-Bike program. Responsible for the organisation, delivery, and maintenance of all equipment in both areas and the daily running of the onboard marina.
Desired Qualifications:
- RYA Powerboat or Personal Watercraft operation and or instructor certification.
- PADI Certification
- STCW Ships Security Officer preferred, Designated Security Duties accepted.
- Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats (PSB&RB) and Advanced Fire Fighting
Desired Experience:
- Proven Experience in small craft handling, preferably tiller steer zodiacs and RHIBs.
- Experience working on deck on superyachts or other applicable marine applications.
- Background in private or military security operations preferred.
- Strong swimmer
Required Documentation:
- Valid STCW Medical with no limitations.
- Seafarers Book of own nation or the Bahamas.
- Certificate of COVID-19 Vaccination.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
- Ability to acquire a US C1D and or any other Visa if required.
Operational Duties & Responsibilities:
- Delivery of the Water Sports program where required by the vessel's itinerary.
- Inventory and organisation of Water Sports equipment and storage space
- Maintenance of the ship's water sports equipment, with the assistance of the deck and technical departments as required.
- Delivery of the E-Bike Program
- Inventory, organisation and maintenance of E-Bikes and ancillary equipment.
- Other as Directed by the Staff Captain.
Work Experience Requirements:
All applicants must have previous experience in working on cruise ships or yachts matching the following requirements:
- Experience length: min 6 months
Language Requirements:
Good knowledge of the English language is required.
Certificates and Qualifications:
A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate is required from all applicants. Please sign up for an STCW course and obtain the certificate if you don't have it yet.
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