A deckhand is responsible for cleaning and maintenance of the exterior of the vessel. He/she assists the Yacht Captain during manoeuvres and port entries.
A deckhand often has experience in the superyacht industry and is eager to learn further to make progress.
It is essential that the deckhand be able to perform assigned tasks with a positive attitude and interact with owners and guests in a professional manner.
Job responsibilities of a Deckhand on a yacht
- Ensuring cleanness of the yacht (polishing of stainless steel items, everyday maintenance of window glass, cleaning and treatment of teak…)
- Assisting the bosun in maintenance works (sanding and gluing for varnishing or painting, caulking, filling …)
- Continued learning of maintenance, operations and technical systems
- Assisting the captain during manoeuvres and port entries
Skills, required from a Deckhand on a yacht
- Work ethics
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork
- Ability to learn while working
- Ability to take the initiative
