As a Dedicated Deckhand at Crew on Sea, you are assigned exclusively to a 28-meter yacht for a five-month Mediterranean season based in the South of France.

You remain attached to this vessel for the full duration of the contract, supporting the captain and contributing to the safe and professional operation of the yacht throughout the season.

On a yacht of this size, deck operations require consistency, attention to detail, and teamwork. You are responsible for maintaining the exterior presentation of the yacht and assisting during all manoeuvres and guest operations.

Your responsibilities include:

• Assisting with docking and mooring operations

• Line handling and fender management

• Washdowns and exterior cleaning

• Teak maintenance and general deck care

• Preparing the yacht before owner or guest arrival

• Supporting guest boarding and water activities

• Assisting with safety checks and equipment readiness

• Maintaining organised deck storage and equipment

Over a five-month season, maintaining exterior standards is essential. You ensure that the yacht remains clean, polished, and ready for departure at all times.

Unlike rotational roles, this is a stable seasonal position. You develop full familiarity with the yacht’s deck layout, equipment placement, mooring routine, and operational rhythm. This continuity improves efficiency, safety, and teamwork on board.

You work closely with the captain and interior crew to maintain smooth daily operations throughout the season.

Preparation & Onboarding

Before the season begins, you complete a structured onboarding process, including:

• Full deck layout and equipment familiarisation

• Safety equipment location and usage review

• Docking procedure alignment with the captain

• Maintenance routine planning

• Alignment with Crew on Sea standards and reporting structure

A solid understanding of seamanship and mooring operations is required before starting this position. The onboarding process ensures alignment and consistency — not basic training.

Certification Requirements – Dedicated Deckhand (28m Yacht)

To qualify, you must hold:

• STCW Basic Safety

• Security Awareness

• Valid medical certificate

In addition, you must:

• Have practical experience working on yachts

• Be confident handling mooring lines and fenders

• Be physically capable of manual deck work

• Speak fluent English (spoken and understood)

• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance

As a Dedicated Deckhand on a 28-meter yacht, you provide reliability, discipline, and consistent deck standards throughout the entire season.

Crew on Sea provides the contractual structure, administrative support, and professional backing behind your position.