Depending on the size of the yacht there are between 1 and 10 or so deckhands.

Working as a deckhand on a superyacht. Chief Stewardess 60m Superyacht Started her Yachtie career 2013 and currently in charge on a 60 meter yacht crusing the maldives and the pacific islands. The minimum requirements for a job as a deckhand are the STCW Basic Safety Training and ENG1 however a solid deckhand will also be armed with the following. You dont need to be a Yachtmaster or worked on a yacht to become a Deckhand on a Superyacht.

He had to chamois the boat every morning remove condensation and polish. Course Instructor for all Stewardess training. Your first job as a deckhand on a larger size superyacht will consist of learning the basic duties of a deckhand.

Working as a Deckhand on a Superyacht is a job like no other. You will spend your days earning money working in the sunshine onboard an incredible yacht in some of the most amazing destinations in the world. A deckhand is the entry level for almost all professional crew jobs on superyachts.

You will also help with mooring and tender handling. On charter trips guests typically tip 5 15 of the. Former deckhand Alex who worked for six months on a new 121 foot super yacht described his job as a glorified cleaner.

With more experience and higher positions your salary can be between 3500-6000 a month. Need help finding the right course for you. Jobs for yacht crew in the Mediterranean Caribbean USA and other locations.

In terms of skills a yacht deckhand would benefit from recreational boating skills and aptitude as well as prior knowledge of carpentry and mechanics. Hundreds of live jobs on yachts and superyachts. Lead Deckhand Course creator and personal coach for deck department of Yachtiecareers.