The Chief Officer will support the Captain across all navigational, operational and safety responsibilities, ensuring the vessel runs efficiently and in full compliance with regulatory standards. Responsibilities include bridge watchkeeping, passage planning, safety management oversight, deck team leadership and coordination of maintenance programmes.
This is a hands-on leadership role on a busy 60m private/charter vessel. Alongside bridge operations, the successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the vessel's ISM system, planning and leading onboard safety drills, and promoting a strong safety culture across the crew.
The successful candidate will be equally comfortable stepping in on deck when required, leading by example and maintaining high standards across both guest operations and day-to-day deck management.
Additional skills and certifications are highly valued. Please highlight any experience that may strengthen your application.
This vessel operates with a professional but down-to-earth approach.
The crew culture is:
The Captain is looking for an experienced, approachable Chief Officer who leads from the front and communicates clearly. A strong safety mindset, confidence managing ISM procedures and leading drills, and a willingness to remain hands-on with the deck team are all highly valued.
This role will suit someone who takes pride in operational excellence, enjoys developing the deck team and is looking to become a long-term member of the programme.