WORKING on a multi-million dollar super yacht might seem like a dream job but in reality most staff are doing double shifts for minimal pay.

Work on super yachts. Anyone working for owners of fine art. I just wanted to say thank you to the staff at Superyacht Crew Academy. I am currently working on a 43m MY Eclipse which is situated in Israel during the winter and the Mediterranean in the summer.

They want the yacht to be spotless and the food great - all while being served with a smile. If you work on a privately owned yacht then youll be working directly for the yacht owner. The entry-level positions which offer new crew the best opportunity to learn the ropes in yachting are.

Most find work as captains deckhands or stewardesses on gleaming yachts owned by the worlds super rich which can earn them up to 195000 a year tax-free depending on their role and size of the boat. Role of a Yacht Stewardess Working on a Super Yacht As a yacht stewardess or stew as its more commonly referred to your main tasks are housekeeping and ensuring that the interior of the yacht is properly maintained. There are currently over 15000 yachts in the world large enough to require professional qualified yacht crew and as a result this industry is growing rapidly each year.

Photography A Great Super Yacht Hobby. Both good and not so good. Theyre travelling with the worlds rich.

Working on yachts you are privileged to be able to travel for free and be exposed day in and day out with countless sunsets sunrises ports and various experiences that most people couldnt afford to do. Chloe Morin Super yacht Agent Noumea Ocean Services. Inexperienced yacht crew working as deckhands or stewardesses can earn between 2000-3000 a month.

Ben wrote the eBook to help those considering entry into the super yacht industry to increase their knowledge into this highly competitive industry. Junior deckhand stewardess steward or cook. Visit Insiders homepage for more stories.