Deck yacht crew roles
Working on a yacht is a unique experience, combining the thrill of the open waters with the responsibility of navigating the yacht and ensuring the safety of the passengers and crew.
Navigation and deck staff play a vital role in the smooth operation of a yacht, with a range of duties and responsibilities that are both challenging and rewarding. From using the latest navigational technology to controlling the yacht’s anchors and lines, navigators and deck staff must be highly skilled and experienced in the maritime industry.
They must possess a thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the sea and be able to manage the crew and passengers on board. With the help of the captain and crew, navigation and deck staff ensure that the yacht is safely operated and maintained, providing an unforgettable experience for all onboard.
Roles and responsibilities of navigation and deck staff
The role of the navigation staff is to ensure that the yacht is safely and efficiently operated.
Navigators must be highly skilled at reading weather and sea conditions, and use this information to determine the best course of action for the yacht. They must also have a thorough understanding of the rules and regulations used to manage the safety of the yacht while at sea. The navigator is responsible for the following:
- Keeping track of the yacht’s location at all times using GPS, instruments, and charts. They must also maintain a detailed log of all navigational information such as speed and course.
- Using satellite technology to monitor the weather and water conditions around the yacht.
- Maintaining an accurate record of the yacht’s fuel, water levels, and the engine hours.
- Monitoring the progress of the yacht using navigation software. They must also enter all navigational data into the yacht’s computer systems.
With the responsibility of navigating the yacht and ensuring the safety of the passengers and crew. Navigation and deck staff play a vital role in the smooth operation of a yacht, with a range of duties and responsibilities that are both challenging and rewarding.
With the help of the captain and crew, navigation and deck staff ensure that the yacht is safely operated and maintained, providing an unforgettable experience for all onboard.
Morgan & Mallet Yacht Crew is a recruitment agency specialised in the placement of yacht crews: navigation personnel (captain/officers/mates), engineering, cruising (hostess/steward/), galley and related positions.
