2nd Officer 70m

Category:
Deck Jobs
Position:
2nd Officer
Location:
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job posted:
February 6, 2026

Second Officer 70m

We are looking for a Second Officer to join a 70m private motor yacht with a dual-season program between Dubai and the Indian Ocean.

  • Split role with approximately 30% bridge time and 70% deck involvement
  • Support the Chief Officer across navigational duties, bridge operations, passage planning, and watchkeeping
  • Oversee deck operations and lead the deck team day-to-day
  • Hands-on tender work, including towing and operating a 16m tender
  • ISM/ISPS responsibilities and scheduled safety equipment checks
  • Participation in planned maintenance systems (IDEA/Pinpoint) and upkeep of all deck areas
  • Start date: ASAP - by the 11th February

Requirements: OOW 3000gt minimum. Ideally 5+ years' experience onboard with career progression through the deck department. 2nd Officer experience preferred; newly qualified OOW with strong bosun experience on larger yachts may be considered.

Candidate must be a strong communicator with proven leadership ability and a confident tender driver experienced managing larger tenders. Additional advantageous skills: Divemaster, avid fisherman, or trade background such as carpentry.

Offer: Salary – 5500 Euros; Leave – 60 days per year. Dual-season itinerary: Dubai, Indian Ocean, Mediterranean. Additional perks include weekends off when possible, a 13th month bonus scheme, excellent crew areas and onboard gym facilities, and a family-orientated guest program with busy summer seasons.

Work Experience Requirements:

All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Yacht.

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

Certificates and Qualifications:

All applicants must hold a valid ENG1 certificate to be able to apply for this position.

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.