
Applying For Roles:
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Travel During Covid: Travel during Covid is subject to regulations and controls, this will be discussed with candidates in the interview stages.

REFERENCE | (Ref# MPHOH) |
POSITION | Head of Housekeeping |
VESSEL | 85m Motor Yacht |
START DATE | 01 June 2022 |
CONTRACT | Permenant |
ITINERARY | World Cruising |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 |
SALARY | EUR monthly salary 3’000.00 |
ROLE SPECIFICS | 2-3 seasons experience Preferably European Spanish Speaking L2 Food Safety Certificate |
REFERENCE | (Ref# MPHOS) |
POSITION | Head of Service |
VESSEL | 85m Motor Yacht |
START DATE | 01 June 2022 |
CONTRACT | Permenant |
ITINERARY | World Cruising |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 |
SALARY | EUR month salary 4’000.00 |
ROLE SPECIFICS | Preferably European Spanish Speaking 2 months on / 2 months off rotation L2 Food Safety Certificate |
REFERENCE | (Ref# MPHKS) |
POSITION | Housekeeping Stewardess |
VESSEL | 85m Motor Yacht |
START DATE | 01 June 2022 |
CONTRACT | Permanent |
ITINERARY | World Cruising |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 |
SALARY | EUR month salary 3’000.00 |
ROLE SPECIFICS | 3 month on / 1 month off rotation Possibly more considering experience. L2 Food Safety Certificate |
REFERENCE | (Ref# MPSS) |
POSITION | Service Stewardess |
VESSEL | 85m Motor Yacht |
START DATE | 01 June 2022 |
CONTRACT | Permanent |
ITINERARY | World Cruising |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 |
SALARY | EUR month salary 3’000.00 |
ROLE SPECIFICS | 3 month on / 1 month off rotation Possibly more considering experience. L2 Food Safety Certificate |
REFERENCE | MYS30C |
POSITION | Stewardess/ Cook |
VESSEL | 30m Motor Yacht (South Pacific) |
START DATE | Immediate |
CONTRACT | Permanent |
ITINERARY | South Pacific (New Zealand, Fiji) |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 (or Equivalent) 4 day menu plan and food photos required |
SALARY | To be discussed at interview |
ROLE SPECIFICS | This is an exciting position for multi-talented stewardess wanting to forge a lasting working relationship on a boat with a family vibe! You will work with two other crew on this NZ based private MY (No charters) primarily in the Galley but also with some housekeeping. This family of four is fully hands on with the daily running of the vessel and their style of boating is relaxed in approach although always professional. Boating is what they love, and they are fully into what comes hand in hand with the lifestyle; fishing, diving, water-sports to name a few, and would like someone who can enjoy these things with them. Generally the vessel completes 2-5 day trips out of Auckland and will complete a trip to Fiji for around 12 weeks. The successful candidate will be shore based and will only live aboard the vessel when at sea. This position really is work life balance friendly and although some experience is preferred, training will be given to the successful candidate. Applicants are required to be a NZ Citizen/resident and have full rights to work in NZ. Further details will be discussed at the interview. Short Listed Candidates will be contacted to discuss the role further. Leave: Leave is flexible and as NZ employment laws. |

REFERENCE | (Ref# MP2O) |
POSITION | 2nd Officer |
VESSEL | 85m Motor Yacht |
START DATE | 01 Jun 2022 |
CONTRACT | Permanent |
ITINERARY | World Cruising |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | OOW Certificate, STCW10 and ENG1 |
SALARY | EUR month salary 6’500.00 |
ROLE SPECIFICS | 2 months on / 2 months off rotation |
REFERENCE | (Ref# MYEB) |
POSITION | Bosun |
VESSEL | 47m Motor Yacht |
START DATE | 30th May 2022 |
CONTRACT | Permanent |
ITINERARY | East Coast USA and Canada |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 \ YM with ECDIS or Nav Radar OOW qualified or studying will gain preference |
SALARY | DOE |
ROLE SPECIFICS | Lovely American owners with a steady program. 13th month salary bonus after every 12 months completed onboard. 5% salary increase per year. Two week time off for courses paid per year + course reimbursed at 1 year of service. This is a watchkeeping position with plenty of sea time and watch keeping service on offer. |
REFERENCE | (Ref#MPJD) |
POSITION | Junior Deckhand (Russian Speaking) |
VESSEL | 85m Motor Yacht |
START DATE | 01 June 2022 |
CONTRACT | Permanent |
ITINERARY | World Cruising |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 |
SALARY | EUR month salary 3’000.00 |
ROLE SPECIFICS | 3 month on /1 month off rotation |
REFERENCE | (Ref#MPDH) |
POSITION | 2x Junior Deckhands |
VESSEL | 85m Motor Yacht |
START DATE | 01 Jun 2022 |
CONTRACT | Permanent |
ITINERARY | World Cruising |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 |
SALARY | EUR month salary 3’000.00 |
ROLE SPECIFICS | 3 month on /1 month off rotation Must have at least one seasons experience in a similar role. One can be female due to cabin arrangements. One must speak Russian. |

REFERENCE | (REF#MP2E) |
POSITION | 2nd Engineer |
VESSEL | 85m Motor Yacht |
START DATE | 01 Jun 2022 |
CONTRACT | Permanent |
ITINERARY | World Cruising |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 Y/II or equivalent |
SALARY | EUR month salary 7’000.00 |
ROLE SPECIFICS | 2 months on / 2 months off rotation |
REFERENCE | (Ref#M47S) |
POSITION | Chief Engineer |
VESSEL | 47m Motor Yacht |
START DATE | Immediate |
CONTRACT | Perminant |
ITINERARY | |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 |
SALARY | DOE |
ROLE SPECIFICS | Non Rotational, Yacht based in Sydney, Australia this position offers the right candidate a real work life balance. |

Galley:
REFERENCE | (REF#MPGH) |
POSITION | Galley Hand |
VESSEL | 85m Motor Yacht |
START DATE | 01 Jun 2022 |
CONTRACT | Permanent |
ITINERARY | World Cruising |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 Food Hygiene Level 2 |
SALARY | EUR month salary 3’500.00 |
ROLE SPECIFICS | 3 month on /1 month off rotation Previous experience on yacht preferred This role includes Galley and stores cleaning, Food stock control and Assisting the chefs with the food preparations. (All key tasks to master if wanting to excel towards sous or head chef in this industry!). The Ideal candidate will have a passion for food, you do not need to be a chef (but must enjoy cooking… and eating) Attention to detail and ability to perform the same task consistently to a high standard is a must. High work ethic, hard working and able to take initiative. |
REFERENCE | (REF# MARCS) |
POSITION | Stewardess/ Cook |
VESSEL | 25m Charter (Sports Fisher) |
START DATE | Immediate |
CONTRACT | Perminant |
ITINERARY | New Zealand/Fiji Cruising |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10, ENG1 Candidate must provide a menu plan (4 Days) and food photographs |
SALARY | DOE |
ROLE SPECIFICS | Candidate must have a can do all hand on dec attitude, The right candidate will be have the ability to confidently and competently manage the interior of the vessel and cook for both crew and guests. Twin cabin shared with deckhand, have own en-suite |
REFERENCE | (REF# MYS30C) |
POSITION | Stewardess/ Cook |
VESSEL | 30m Motor Yacht (South Pacific) |
START DATE | Immediate |
CONTRACT | Permianant |
ITINERARY | New Zealand (Fiji Cruising) |
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS | STCW10 and ENG1 |
SALARY | DOE |
ROLE SPECIFICS | Itinerary: New Zealand based with trips to Fiji and possibly Australia (Subject to Travel Restrictions) Requirements: STCW10, Eng1 (Equivalent Maritime Medical) This is an exciting position for a young vibrant multi-talented stewardess wanting to forge a lasting working relationship on a boat with a family vibe! You will work and socialise with the owners on their NZ based private MY (No charters) primarily in the interior role of housekeeping with some cooking, however balance is a bonus and being involved in the maintenance of the exterior with a can-do attitude will have you living the dream. If you can lend a hand at anything and are willing to learn and develop your skills as a sailor, this role is for you. Role Specifics: This is an exciting position for young vibrant multi-talented stewardess wanting to forge a lasting working relationship on a boat with a family vibe! You will work and socialise with the owners on their NZ based private MY (No charters) primarily in the interior rolerole of housekeeping with some cooking, however balance is a bonus and being involved in the maintenance of the exterior with a can-do attitude will have you living the dream. Role Specifics: This is an exciting position for young vibrant multi-talented stewardess wanting to forge a lasting working relationship on a boat with a family vibe! You will work and socialise with the owners on their NZ based private MY (No charters) primarily in the interior role of housekeeping with some cooking, however balance is a bonus and being involved in the maintenance of the exterior with a can-do attitude will have you living the dream. This family of four is fully hands on with the daily running of the vessel and their style of boating is relaxed in approach although always professional. You will work alongside there skipper of 7 years as the vessel operates with two full time crew members Boating is what they love, and they are fully into what comes hand in hand with the lifestyle; fishing, diving, water-sports to name a few, and would like some who can enjoy these things with them. Most of the time the 2-5 day trips are out of Auckland and when at sea, you will have your own cabin with ensuite! This position also includes a number of weekends off to hang with family and friends and really is work life balance friendly. Although some experience is preferred, training will be given to the successful candidate. Applicants are required to be a NZ Citizen/resident and have full rights to work in NZ. Further details will be discussed at the interview. This position is not suitable for couples. Salary Range: To be discussed at interview. Short Listed Candidates will be contacted to discuss the role further. Leave: Leave is flexible and as NZ employment laws |