Minimum requirements:

We are looking for a strong and fit candidate with good knowledge in seamanship.  Our client is prepared to wait for the right candidate.

Previous experience is required. 1 year + on a 30m+ SY as a Bosun or 2 years + on a 40m+ SY as a Deckhand. 

Yachtmaster Offshore

STCW basic training & ENG 1 with 6 months’ validity

3/3 Vaccinated against COVID 19
Fluent English

Salary on offer: DOE
Permanent Position
Sex: Male
Currently Based: French Polynesia
Itinerary: South Pacific Ocean
Yacht Built: 2016

Leadership skills are required as the Bosun will consistently be managing a team of day workers and less experienced deck crew. A thorough knowledge of deck maintenance products is essential, along with a rounded knowledge of sailing, seamanship, and deck practices. The Bosun will be responsible for carrying out and overseeing planned and preventative maintenance on all deck hardware and rigging. Prior experience with the administration of P&PM software IDEA would be a bonus but not a necessity. Experience in maintaining LSA and FFE equipment and administering a safety maintenance system to a high standard. 

The Bosun should be fastidious in being organised and managing spares inventories. The Bosun should be practically minded and happy to be on the tools. This job will not be for the faint-hearted, therefore only strong, fit, hardworking, passionate and highly motivated self-starters need apply. 

For the right person, this role offers plenty of room for advancement in that they will be working under two experienced first officers and a long-term crew.