Deckhand/Marina Specialist

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Category:
Deck Jobs
Positions:
Deckhand, Water Sports Instructor
Salary:
TBC
Location:
WorldWide
Start date:
TBC
Job posted:
January 19, 2026
This job advert has been checked and approved by Yacrew.

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.