First Mate – Private Classic 30m M/Y

Category:
Deck Jobs
Position:
Chief Officer
Location:
Western Mediterranean
Job posted:
March 26, 2026

About This role

Chief Mate opportunity aboard Classic 30m+ M/Y

We at Hill Robinson are seeking a Chief Mate who is dedicated to the Classic field. As this Motor Yacht is a true floating museum, we are looking for someone passionate about classic vessels.

Start Date: March 2026

Itinerary: Western Med

Package: Competitive Salary paid in Euros / 60 days leave

Experience/Skills required:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as Chief Mate on a similar sized yacht
  • Possessing good navigational and watchkeeping knowledge (including ECDIS)
  • Strong varnish, paint and teak knowledge
  • Must be a hands-on and proactive Mate with the ability to motivate and mentor the deck crew
  • Excellent tender driving skills and the ability to drive for water sports
  • Professional appearance with fluent English (verbal and written)

Qualifications required:

  • Yacht Master (Min)
  • ECDIS General
  • STCW (fully updated) with PDSD
  • Seafarer’s Medical Certificate (with min 6 months’ validity)

Work Experience Requirements:

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

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.