Chief Officer
- Category:
- Deck Jobs
- Positions:
- Chief Officer, Captain
- Job posted:
- June 24, 2026
Summary
Chief Officer/ Rotational Captain Position - 47m - Motor yacht
Description
CHIEF OFFICER / ROTATIONAL CAPTAIN OPPORTUNITY | 47M PRIVATE/CHARTER
We are recruiting for an experienced Chief Officer to join a brand new 47m private/charter yacht, with the opportunity to step up into a rotational Captain position after approximately 4 months.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven, capable, and highly professional officer who is ready for the next step in their career. The successful candidate will initially join as Chief Officer, working closely alongside a very experienced Captain who is happy to guide, support, and help prepare them to transition into the Captain's role.
Once stepping up to Captain, the position will move onto a 2:2 rotation.
The ideal candidate will have excellent leadership skills, strong operational experience, and the confidence to lead from the front while remaining humble, team-focused, and eager to learn the vessel and program properly before taking command.
Requirements / Ideal Experience:
• Must hold Master 500GT or Master 3000GT
• Strong Chief Officer or Captain experience
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Confident with safety, deck operations, crew management, and vessel procedures.
• Professional, calm, and solutions-focused
• Comfortable starting as Chief Officer for the first 4 months before stepping up
• Private/charter experience essential.
• New build experience is a plus
• Team player with a positive, hands-on attitude
This is a stellar opportunity for someone looking to progress into a rotational Captain role within a supportive and professional program.
Package to be discussed upon interview.
Further details to be discussed with suitable candidates.
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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