This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader committed to high standards, crew wellbeing, and a positive onboard culture.

Requirements:

• STCW, ENG 1 and FH level 2 essential and up to date
• Previous experience as Chief Steward(ess) on similar sized or larger vessels
• Confident across all areas of the interior, including service, housekeeping, wine knowledge and bartending
• Competent in interior administration, including provisioning, inventory, and daily team coordination.
• Comfortable handling guest requests, making reservations, and managing bookings with professionalism and attention to detail
• A great leader who supports crew and maintains high standards across all interior operations
• Schengen Visa required

Start date: 9-10 September

Location: Med

Salary: USD 8500

Leave: 8:8 week rotation (2:2)

Vessel Program and itinerary: Private - busy dual season. 

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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This is a temporary position, during which the boat will have charters, yard period and Atlantic crossing. Ideal for an experienced 2^nd officer with strong watchkeeping and deck skills.

Requirements

·       OOW 3000 or higher along with STCW, ENG1 up to date

·       Proven experience in similar roles on similar sized vessels

·       Confident in the bridge with strong watchkeeping experience

·       Well versed in managing all aspects of deck operations

·       Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.

·       Strong work ethic and ability to perform well under pressure

Start Date: Mid- September

End date: Mid- January (approx.)

Location: Spain

Salary: EUR 5000 + equal share of tips

Leave: 60 days paid in lieu

Vessel and itinerary –Charter motor yacht- dual season- currently chartering with upcoming brief yard period and then crossing

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Female required due to cabin arrangements 

Requirements:

• Proven experience on 100m+ motor yachts
• All certs up to date including PBL2, PWC 
• Dive master certificate beneficial
• Strong on deck with good operational knowledge
• Great teamwork and professional attitude
• Confident with tender operations
• Schengen Visa

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the maintenance and presentation of the exterior
• Duties include wash-downs, polishing, painting and general deck maintenance
• Assist with docking, anchoring, and tender operations
• Support water sports and guest activities
• Watchkeeping duties
• Assist in all day-to-day deck operations

Start date: Immediate

Location: Med

Salary: EUR 3500 

Leave:  3:1 rotation

Vessel & itinerary: Private Vessel currently cruising the Med- dual season

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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This is a great opportunity for a proactive and reliable Bosun onboard a busy private yacht.

Requirements

• Yacht Master Offshore minimum required, OOW modules preferred
• Minimum 3 years experiences as Bosun on similar sized vessel
• Must be an experienced team leader and capable to lead a team of 11
• Must have strong safety culture, be reliable and hardworking
• Looking for someone to lead by example with good experience in leadership and management to work closely with the Chief Officer
• Proficient in a wide range of deck operation, including large tender driving, crane operations, maintenance, guest operations and water sports.
• Extensive yard experience is desirable
• Schengen visa required  

Start date: October (ship yard period)

Location: Med

Salary: DOE

Rotation: 3:3

Program & Itinerary- Private vessel – dual season.

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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The ideal candidate will have a strong background in deck operations, leadership skills, and the ability to assist the Captain in daily yacht management.

This is a hands-on role, requiring excellent tender driving skills, maintenance knowledge, and the ability to lead a deck team effectively. 

Requirements

• Chief Mate 500gt essential
• At least 2 years’ experience on a similar size yacht
• Confident in the overall running of the deck department
• Charter experience and strong in guest services
• Great organisation skills
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Schengen Visa required  

Start date: Last week of August

Location: Malta

Salary: EUR 5000

Leave: 42 days

Program & Itinerary- Med cruising, private vessel.

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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We are seeking an experienced and outgoing Deckhand/Paramedic to join a prestigious motor yacht.

Requirements:

• Paramedic Training essential
• NWR essential
• Proven experience on 100m+ motor yachts
• All certs up to date including PBL2, PWC etc.
• Strong on deck with good operational knowledge
• Great teamwork and professional attitude
• Confident with tender operations
• Schengen Visa

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the maintenance and presentation of the exterior
• Duties include wash-downs, polishing, painting and general deck maintenance
• Assist with docking, anchoring, and tender operations
• Support water sports and guest activities
• Watchkeeping duties
• Assist in all day-to-day deck operations

Start date: Immediate

Location: Med

Salary: EUR 4000

Leave:  3:1

Vessel & itinerary: Private Vessel currently cruising the Med- dual season

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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The ideal candidate will be an experienced deckhand/PT with an extensive experience in watersports.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role
• All relevant certifications in hand
• Certified Personal Trainer
• Experience with water sports equipment and guest instruction
• Strong communication and guest service skills

Responsibilities

• General deck duties- docking, mooring, anchoring, tender operations, and general deck maintenance
• Confidently prepare, launch, recover, and maintain water sports toys and equipment
• Deliver personal training including fitness/stretching/mobility sessions- onboard as well as ashore
• Ensure the highest standards of guest service, safety, and professionalism

Start date: ASAP

Location:  Med

Salary: EUR 4000

Leave: 3:1 rotation (90 days annual leave)

Vessel & itinerary – Private vessel, dual season 

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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This is a great opportunity for an experienced 2nd Officer to join a busy private & charter yacht.

Requirements

• OOW essential (open to newly qualified)
• All relevant certificates up to date
• Photography & dive skills are desired
• Charter experience and strong in guest services
• Great organisation skills
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• B1/B2 visa required

Start date: 1 October

Location: Europe

Salary: DOE

Leave: 3:1 rotation

Program & Itinerary- Private/charter – Caribbean winter season. Pacific Panama Costa Mexico for Spring.

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Requirements:

• Yacht Master CE
• AEC 1&2
• Proven experience on similar sized yachts
• Charter experience
• Confident in tender operations
• Strong maintenance skills, including cleaning, polishing, and detailing
• Discreet and professional with guests

Start date: 28 August

End date: 30 September

Location: Med

Salary: EUR TBC

Vessel and itinerary – Private/Charter yacht in the Med

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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This is a great opportunity for a deckhand who will bring strong deck skills, a positive attitude, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards on board.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Deckhand on similar sized yachts
• All certs up to date including PBL2
• Confident tender driver and water sports experience desirable
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Maintains professional rapport with charter guests
• Schengen visa required 

Start date: Immediate

Location: Europe

Salary: EUR 3500

Leave: 60 days + 2 return economy flights

Itinerary: Dual season - Charter

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

SCAM ALERT You will never be asked for any money or sensitive personal information during the recruitment process. Always verify details about the job, the yacht and the recruiter using reliable online resources. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from scams.

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: €10,000 - €11,000 DOE

Leave: 60 days

Qualifications:

• Master 500GT minimum

• Valid STCW, ENG1 and seafarer's documentation

• Strong sailing yacht experience preferred

Requirements:

• Previous command experience on sailing yachts of a similar size

• Strong leadership and organisational skills

• Hands-on approach with the ability to support a newly acquired yacht through an ownership transition

• Confident overseeing vessel operations, safety, maintenance and crew management

• Professional, approachable and team-oriented personality

• Fluent English required

• Portuguese language skills advantageous

Other:

• Private 40m sailing yacht

• Joining in Turkey

• Cruising programme includes Turkey, Greece, Sardinia and the Caribbean

• Initial contract through December 2026

• The role will involve mentoring and knowledge transfer as part of the vessel's operational transition

• Immediate availability preferred

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Start Date: No later than 12 September 2026
Salary: €6,500–€7,500 per month DOE
Leave: Market standard / negotiable
Qualifications: Master <200 GT

Location: Monaco

Requirements:

• Proven Captain experience on similar-sized motor yachts

• Strong charter yacht experience essential

• Previous Mediterranean cruising experience preferred

• Confident managing and operating a yacht with a small crew

• Hands-on approach to the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the vessel

• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail

• Excellent communication and owner-management skills

• Calm, professional and solutions-focused approach

• Shipyard experience advantageous

Other:

The yacht will operate predominantly between Italy, Saint-Tropez and Monaco and is likely to enter a shipyard period this winter.

The Owner's longer-term vision is to develop the yacht into a charter operation, so previous charter experience and an excellent understanding of charter standards are essential.

This is a hands-on Captain position working alongside a small onboard team consisting of Captain, Stew/Deckhand and Chef.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Start Date: Immediate – today/tomorrow
Salary: €5,000 per month
Contract: Temporary until end of October
Qualifications: Yachtmaster

Requirements:

• Minimum one full summer season’s experience independently running a chase boat

• Proven experience managing and taking responsibility for their own vessel

• Confident handling a 55ft chase boat

• Comfortable living aboard

• Available immediately to join in Monaco

Other:
The vessel is due to depart Monaco for St Tropez tomorrow for the weekend, so immediate availability is essential.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

SCAM ALERT: You will never be asked for any money or sensitive personal information during the recruitment process. Always verify details about the job, the yacht, and the recruiter using reliable online resources. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from scams.

*This role is to cover medical leave- around 4-6 weeks.*

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in deck operations, leadership skills, and the ability to assist the Captain in daily yacht management.

This is a hands-on role, requiring excellent tender driving skills, maintenance knowledge, and the ability to lead a deck team effectively.

Requirements & Responsibilities

• OOW & AEC1 in hand
• All relevant certificates in date
• Strong on deck with great leadership skills  to lead the team of 2 deckhands
• Maintaining the yacht to a high standard
• Confident in admin and bridge as needed
• Great communication skills between all departments to ensure smooth operations
• Ready to hit the ground running with trips booked and boat shows
• Schengen Visa

Start date: 24 August

Duration: 4-6 weeks approx

Location: Italy

Salary: EUR 6.5-7K DOE

Vessel & itinerary- Private/Charter motor yacht cruising the Med 

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

SCAM ALERT You will never be asked for any money or sensitive personal information during the recruitment process. Always verify details about the job, the yacht and the recruiter using reliable online resources. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from scams

Requirements

• Experience on similar sized sailing yachts essential
• Required qualifications/ certificates C/E III/3 or 2/E III/3 or OOW unlimited III/1
• Visa requirements EU passport

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Hands on and proactive
• Ability to work well within a small team

Start date: September

Location:  Med

Salary: 5000 EUR

Leave: 2:2 rotation

Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If your experience matches the requirements of the role, a member of the Burgess recruitment team will contact you.

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

SCAM ALERT You will never be asked for any money or sensitive personal information during the recruitment process. Always verify details about the job, the yacht and the recruiter using reliable online resources. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from scams