Deckhand - 53m Private/Charter Motor Yacht

Bluewater; Arrondissement de Toulon; Hybrid; EUR 22,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Bluewater seeks a Temporary Deckhand for a 53-metre private/charter motor yacht based in Toulon, France. The role centers on shipyard maintenance before an Atlantic crossing and includes sailing to the Caribbean for the winter season.

The contract is short-term (2 months) with repatriation planned for mid-December. Ideal for someone starting out in yachting or pursuing an OOW qualification who can contribute to a busy crew and gain valuable sea days.

Qualifications

• STCW certification is required.
• ENG 1 certificate preferred.
• YM Offshore recommended for career progression.
• Solid physical stamina and ability to work on deck in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with deck maintenance and exterior upkeep.
• Support line handling, fenders, and tender operations as needed.
• Contribute to shipyard work in Toulon before the Atlantic crossing.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Sea days

Education

STCW certification

ENG 1

Yacht Rating

YM Offshore

Job description

Job Description

Seeking a Temporary Deckhand for a 53-metre private/charter including Atlantic crossing

Temporary deckhand position

53m private/charter motor yacht

The role will involve shipyard maintenance in France (Toulon) before crossing the Atlantic to the Caribbean.

Repatriation is planned for mid-December.

This is a great short-term opportunity to join a lovely crew, gain valuable experience, and secure a strong reference.

Ideal for someone starting out in the yachting industry or a candidate working towards their OOW qualification who needs additional sea days.

• Contract: 2 Months
• Experience: 3-6months
• Salary: DOE
• Qualifications: STCW , ENG 1, Yacht Rating, YM Offshore
• Itinerary: Med (Summer) / Caribbean (Winter)