Chief Officer / First Mate

The Chief Officer, or First Mate, supports the Captain in all navigational, safety, and operational duties. They manage the deck department, oversee maintenance, plan bridge watches, and ensure the crew maintain the yacht’s impeccable standards and safety procedures.

35 jobs found

2. Chief Officer 38m

   Commission and oversee deck operations on a new 38m motor yacht; develop ISM and safety procedures, manage navigation, passage planning, stores, tools, lead deck team.

   May 18, 2026

3. Chief Officer – 54m Private M/Y

   Lead deck operations and maintenance aboard a 54m private motor yacht, supervise and train deck crew, manage navigation, mooring, anchoring and safety compliance.

   May 14, 2026 - West Coast, USA

4. First Mate

   Support the Captain as Chief Officer on a 47m sailing yacht: manage the deck team, lead navigation watches, oversee maintenance, safety and ISM compliance during Mediterranean season.

   May 20, 2026 - Italy

5. Exclusive

   Deckhand/First Mate for 28m Sailing Yacht

   Serve as deck crew and deputy officer on a 28m sailing yacht, handling navigation, watches, maintenance, rigging, tender operations, guest lines, and technical support for the captain.

   May 19, 2026 - Sardinia

6. 1st Mate for 77' Sailing Yacht. Must Be American or Green Card Holder

   First Mate to assist Captain with navigation, watchkeeping, sail handling, deck maintenance, tender operations, safety drills and guest support during regattas and New England cruising.

   May 18, 2026 - Massachusetts, USA