First Mate J Class

Freyrecruitment; Sweden; On-site; SEK 675,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Job summary

Freyrecruitment is seeking an experienced First Mate for a J Class sailing yacht with a busy schedule in the Caribbean and Mediterranean seas.

The role requires a strong sailing background, watch-leading capabilities, and the ability to manage a deck team, including a Bosun and Deckhand. Winter maintenance planning and effective communication are essential for upcoming regatta seasons.

Qualifications

• Must hold Yachtmaster Offshore.
• Strong sailing background, ideally on performance or racing yachts.
• Capable of leading a deck team (Bosun and Deckhand) and overseeing deck maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead watch and manage the deck team during racing and cruising periods.
• Plan and supervise winter maintenance in preparation for the regatta season.
• Coordinate with maintenance crews and ensure readiness for upcoming itineraries.

Job description

A well-regarded J Class sailing yacht is seeking an experienced First Mate to join at the end of the Mediterranean summer season.

This is an established private programme with an exciting and busy summer of racing planned for next year. The yacht will spend this winter in Vilanova for a scheduled maintenance period before continuing its Caribbean and Mediterranean itinerary.

The successful candidate will come from a strong sailing background, ideally with experience aboard performance or racing yachts. They must be a confident watch leader and capable of managing and motivating a deck team comprising a Bosun and Deckhand.

Strong organisation and communication skills are essential, alongside a thorough understanding of deck maintenance and the ability to plan and oversee winter works in preparation for the upcoming regatta season.

• Qualification: Yachtmaster Offshore minimum
• Programme: Caribbean and Mediterranean, including a busy Mediterranean regatta season
• Start: October/November
• Joining location: Spain
• Salary: DOE
• Male candidates only due to cabin arrangements