Deckhand/Mate

A unique opportunity to join a 35m+ J-Class sailing yacht as First MateShe is privately operated to very high standards and is run with a true superyacht approach, offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced sailing yacht mate to become an integral part of the programme.
The yacht will be undergoing a maintenance period this winter for essential works. Summer 2027 will see the yacht cruising with the owners and attending several regattas. A major highlight will be the America’s Cup 2027During charter, the crew will share a crew mess for sleeping arrangements, so candidates must be comfortable with this.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE3-4+ years’ experience within the superyacht sailing industry on similarly sized vesselsPrevious experience as a Mate on similar sized programmes or as bosun on larger SYStrong race and offshore sailing experience is essentialVery switched-on and proactive, with a hands-on approachStrong experience with engineering and hydraulic systemsGood team management and communication skillsStrong work ethic and attention to detailYachtmaster Offshore or OceanEU/UK Passports preferred due to cruising locationsPACKAGE€ Generous Salary DOE38 days' leave, honouring UK Bank HolidaysWeekends off during the winter, with later starts and earlier finishesOwners happy to support and fund relevant training and coursesDiscretionary owner bonusExcellent crew longevity and a strong team dynamicExciting 2027 sailing and regatta programme, including the America’s Cup in Naples