Third Officer 120m+

Category:
Deck Jobs
Position:
3rd Officer
Location:
Mediterranean
Job posted:
November 9, 2026

We are seeking an experienced Third Officer to join a private 120m+ motor yacht based in the Mediterranean. This is an opportunity for an established Officer with strong experience on large yachts, ideally with previous experience as a solo watchkeeper.

Role / Programme:

  • Support the safe and efficient operation of the bridge department
  • Support the implementation of the vessel’s Safety Management System (SMS)
  • Work closely with the Safety Officer
  • Oversee the maintenance and planned maintenance of the vessel’s LSA and FFE
  • Manage safety training, including compiling and managing the weekly crew training schedule
  • Solo watchkeeping
  • Private, Mediterranean-based yacht
  • Start date: ASAP; by 17th November

What we’re looking for:

  • OOW Unlimited CoC minimum
  • At least 2 years’ experience as an Officer on large yachts
  • Ideally, a minimum of 1 year’s experience as a solo watchkeeper
  • Strong navigational and bridge experience
  • Beneficial qualifications: HLO, Bridge Resource Management, Crowd Management, Cayman Islands CeC, Kongsberg type specific, DP Introduction
  • Open to male or female candidates

What’s on offer:

  • Salary: DOE
  • Leave: 2:2 rotation
  • Training scheme
  • Single cabin

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.