2nd Officer

Ref: 53

30 August 2026

Second Officer – 55m M/Y – Dual Season

Whitewater Recruitment is looking for a Second Officer to join a busy 55m motor yacht operating a private and charter programme. This is a very busy, back-to-back programme with frequent owner and charter usage, operating between the Mediterranean and Caribbean.

The role is well suited to a younger, recently qualified OOW looking to gain further experience and responsibility within a busy deck department. The successful candidate will work alongside the rotational Chief Officers, assisting with the management of the deck team and supporting the overall running of the deck department. The role requires an OOW qualification, particularly for upcoming crossings, and would suit someone with at least two years of solid yachting experience who is energetic, hardworking and a strong team player.

Requirements:

Joining Location: Mediterranean

Start Date: 20th September or before

Salary: DOE

Leave: 60 days

Experience: Minimum two years of solid yachting experience, ideally suited to a recently qualified OOW

Certifications: STCW, ENG1 and OOW

Visas: B1/B2 and Schengen preferred

Personality: Energetic, hardworking and a strong team player

Additional Benefits: Yearly bonus and training budget available

Cabin: Shared with another male crew member

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