About the Mate

The mate onboard a yacht is a team leader with strong work ethic, extensive deck department knowledge including maintenance and repair, and a positive, can-do attitude. The position requires some administrative tasks, including inventory and ordering deck supplies, so computer skills and financial knowledge are very useful. This role aboard a superyacht requires at least three years of experience as a deckhand/bosun in addition to the necessary license for the specific vessel.

Job Responsibilities

• Assisting the first officer with administrative and safety duties
• Navigation watches
• Hands on leader of deck crew
• Maintenance and inventory of deck equipment
• Stowage of yacht for sea
• Continued education and licensing

Required Skills

• Ability to stand in for captain in his absence
• Ability to delegate and effective communicator
• Extensive maintenance knowledge and skills; cleaning, rust/corrosion, painting, varnishing, rope splicing, fiberglass, carpentry, outboard motors and maintenance product knowledge
• Watch keeping and safety knowledge
• Excellent tender driving skills
• Advanced knowledge of all water sports
• Organized, diplomatic and versatile

Salary Modifiers

• Advance medical training/certificate
• Sports certification (i.e. Dive certificate, kite surfing instructor)
• Strong paint/varnish skills
• Limited experience in intended cruising area