2nd Officer

Quay Crew; United States; Remote; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotation 2:2 rotation

Bonus up to 25%

Job summary

Quay Group is seeking a 2nd Officer for a prestigious 55m+ yacht currently in Europe, with Caribbean/USA cruising planned. Start mid-October or sooner, with a 2:2 rotation and a bonus structure up to 25% of annual salary based on performance.

Role requires OOW 3000 COC and yacht experience; wind sports instruction is highly valued. You will lead a small deck team, support navigation, and assist on deck when not on the bridge.

Qualifications

• OOW 3000 COC certification is required.
• 1 season of officer experience is advantageous.
• Experience instructing wind sports (wind surfing, wing foiling, kite surfing) is highly advantageous.
• Proven ability to lead a small deck team and assist on deck when not on the bridge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bridge watch and navigation tasks.
• Lead and mentor a small deck team.
• Assist with guest operations and tender handling.

Skills

Wind sports instruction

Team leadership

Bridge navigation experience

Education

OOW 3000 COC

Job description

2nd Officer

Role Overview

Yacht Size: 55m+ M/Y
Start Date: Mid-October or Sooner
Leave: Rotation 2:2
Compensation: €5000+ Euros DOE
Qualifications: OOW 3000 COC
Visa Requirements: B1/B2
Location: Europe (Dual Season)

Yacht & Crew Profile

• Prestigious 55m+ yacht with excellent Captains / HOD's
• Winter cruising to include Caribbean/USA with potential to cruise further in the future - Yacht is currently located in Europe
• Crew are healthy, active, and fitness-oriented. Emphasis on crew fitness related activities and use of the toys/tenders and facilities onboard the yacht
• Generous owners who look after the crew well, with good stability and longevity across all departments and a healthy bonus structure of up to 25% of annual salary as a bonus at the end of the year (Performance based)
• Steady owner usage with a good rotation of guests and a variety of operations

Role Requirements

• OOW 3000 COC
• Open to a newly qualified OOW 3000 with yacht experience- 1 season's experience in an officer capacity would be advantageous but not essential
• Experience instructing wind related watersports would be hugely advantageous - Wind surfing, wing foiling, kite surfing etc
• Confident leading a small team and happy to assist on deck when not in the bridge. Previous navigational experience would be advantageous