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Superyacht Australia

How to become superyacht crew.

Superyacht Australia, the peak national industry body for the superyacht industry in Australia, is proud to have published a new resource aimed at making it easy for Australians to start their journey as superyacht crew.  Australians are natural superyacht crew with over 90% of our population living on the coast.  Fishing, surfing, swimming, sailing, and paddling are weekly pastimes for nearly all Aussie kids growing up in and around the water. Many have “saltwater in their veins” with surf lifesaving “Nippers” and sailing club “Tackers” programs training children from the age of five in skills that will be sought after as future superyacht crew. 

The superyacht industry has virtually been unknown to young Aussies, with those discovering it as a result of backpacking in Europe or by reality TV shows such as “Below Deck” broadcasting on popular streaming services. Internationally the superyacht industry is booming, with vessels getting much larger, more of them and requiring double the amount of crew as many yachts offer rotational positions for senior crew.

The superyacht industry is also gaining momentum in Australia with popular charter destinations including Sydney, the Queensland coast and the Kimberley’s attracting more yachts. This new resource aims to educate young Aussies on what a superyacht is, where you can find them cruising (within Australia and internationally) and different entry-level roles available onboard. 

The qualifications required are easy to complete locally in Australia and can provide a great base for future maritime careers.  The STCW 95 (Standards of Training and Certification for Watchkeepers) certification is the mandatory qualification set by the International Maritime Organisation and takes 8 days to complete including theory and practical courses. 

Australia is lucky to have two great training providers including Crew Pacific , based in Cairns, and Superyacht Crew Academy based on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. Both training providers offer STCW courses and further Steward/ess and Deckhand courses, aimed to provide students with the necessary basic knowledge of the interior and exterior departments before starting their first roles. The resource also outlines the Mandatory Certificate of Medical Fitness required to confirm you are medically fit to perform the duties required onboard.

Once qualified, Australia has many recruitment companies eager to place “green” crew into their first role. This includes Hill Maritime , a worldwide maritime recruitment and consultancy firm, that places quality engineers on quality vessels all over the world.  Coastal Yachting Recruitment , based on the Gold Coast, is also experienced in placing professional crew worldwide on luxury superyachts. 

David Good, CEO, Superyacht Australia commented “Australia has the reputation for providing the best yacht crew in the world, we have a great education, excellent work ethic, and a relaxed professional attitude. This is our opportunity to travel, get paid exceptionally well, and gain sea-time experience that is highly sought after when you want to come ashore and use that experience.”

Superyacht Australia will be distributing this new resource at career expos in major cities such as Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, and Brisbane where up to 12,000 school leavers per event attend seeking information on future careers. 

This new resource can be found on our Superyacht Australia website here: https://www.superyacht-australia.com/superyacht-careers-information/

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Marine Jobs is an online ‘career centre’ designed to make it easier for employers to advertise vacancies and for people to find the right job for them in the marine industry. This new industry jobs platform provides a range of career resources, including information on apprenticeships and industry training, writing a resume and preparing for an interview.

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With over two decades of experience, Sydney Maritime Institute is a leading institution in maritime education and training. Formerly known as Club Sail & Trading as Superyacht Crew Academy, we transitioned our focus to commercial courses in 2015. Our mission is to equip students with the skills and expertise needed to succeed in the dynamic maritime industry.

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Superyacht Crew Academy is a registered training organisation and industry leader, offering fully accredited courses to enable students to gain qualifications that take them anywhere in the superyacht world.  Both International and Australian recognised competencies will place graduates into their dream positions within the superyacht or in the maritime industry across a range of roles and skills.

Superyacht Crew Academy courses are packaged with the required mandatory safety standards and extra skills can be added on. As industry experts the staff can help and guide students with course selection.  Superyacht Crew Academy also operates as Sydney Maritime Institute which is a division of the Superyacht Crew Academy to provide training courses for people wishing to work on Australian Commercial vessels.

Superyacht Crew Academy was the first International Yacht Training partner in Australia. International Yacht Training Worldwide certificates are recognised by 25 governments worldwide, all major yacht insurance companies and by the Maritime Coastguard Agency of the United Kingdom (MCA). IYT can also provide course graduates with the Irish International Certificate of Competence recognised throughout Europe inland and coastal waterways.

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Superyacht Crew Training

Get a headstart in the superyacht industry..

Over the last couple of decades, the superyacht industry has experienced remarkable growth.  This surge has resulted in increased regulation and created a burgeoning demand for  qualified and well-trained crew.

Working aboard a superyacht is often described as a dream job.  You can travel to some of the world’s most exotic and remote locations aboard a magnificent luxury yacht equipped with an array of fabulous toys (think Jet skis, powerboats, helicopters, and even submarines!). 

Along the way, you’ll meet amazing people from diverse backgrounds , and as if that weren’t enticing enough, you’ll also be rewarded with a generous, tax-free salary . Who wouldn’t want this?

Despite the allure of working on a superyacht and its many perks, it’s also important to acknowledge that this career path also comes with its challenges .

You must expect to spend extended periods away from home , and the nature of the job often involves long hours and irregular schedules, especially during peak seasons, which can sometimes lead to a lack of personal time or work-life balance.

To help you get the best possible start in the industry, Flying Fish offers industry-specific training courses to give you the  essential qualifications you need to secure your initial role on a superyacht and to provide you with a springboard to this exciting new career.

Superyacht crew courses

Professional Yachtmaster / Cruising Instructor Internship

This internship offers seasoned watersports instructors an unparalleled chance to embark on a comprehensive two-year work-study journey, culminating in certifications as a Yachtmaster Ocean and RYA Cruising Instructor. Set in an idyllic location, this program promises an enriching, career-enhancing experience in an inspiring environment. It is also a highly cost effective way of training.

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STCW Superyacht Deckhand

Our Superyacht Deckhand course at Flying Fish UK is packed full of the essential qualifications and skills required by the deck crew on a superyacht. It provides a superb springboard into your first job.

STCW Superyacht Steward or Stewardess

Our Superyacht Steward/ess course at Flying Fish UK provides the essential skills and qualifications needed to start working as a Superyacht Steward or Stewardess. It's the perfect springboard you need to enter the industry with confidence.

STCW Basic Safety Training

STCW Basic Safety Training is required by anyone wishing to work on a commercial vessel greater than 24 m in length. If your aim is to work on superyachts this course is an essential part of your training.

ACMA Marine Radio License (VHF, HF, GMDSS)

This one-day Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) approved course teaches you to use VHF (Short Range) as well as MF and HF (Long Range) radio for distress, urgency, safety, and general calls. The course includes GMDSS and DSC

RYA Powerboat Level 2

This course provides intensive training in the practical skills and theoretical knowledge the small boat driver needs. You will learn to drive our rigid inflatable rescue craft.

Basic Yacht Maintenance

This course provides a grounding in the essential maintenance tasks required to keep a modern cruising yacht on the water.

Essential Navigation and Seamanship - Online

This self-paced online course provides a beginner's introduction to the navigation theory and safety knowledge required to go boating safely at sea.

16 hours - self-paced

Yachtmaster Ocean Fast Track

The Yachtmaster Ocean Fast Track in Sydney first trains you for your RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate. Then, you go on to learn celestial navigation and complete an ocean-qualifying passage in preparation for the RYA Yachtmaster Ocean oral exam.

Yachtmaster Ocean Shorebased Theory

The RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Shore-based week teaches you ocean passage planning and celestial navigation, including the use of a sextant. You will leave the course confident that you have the knowledge and skills required to navigate an ocean passage using traditional methods.

Yachtmaster Ocean Theory & Qualifying Passage

This course prepares experienced skippers for the prestigious RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate of Competence. The programme combines the RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory course with an exhilarating Pacific ocean qualifying passage.

Yachtmaster Offshore Fast Track

The Flying Fish Yachtmaster Offshore Fast Track in Sydney takes you from novice sailor to the RYA Yachtmaster Certificate of Competence.

Yachtmaster Shorebased Theory

Upon completing this course, you will have a thorough knowledge of all the theory required for the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence.

Which course do I need?

Our STCW   Superyacht Deckhand  and  STCW Superyacht Steward/Stewardess courses include all the essential skills and qualifications you need to start your first job on a superyacht in one convenient package.

 These courses are run by our UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) approved partners at Flying Fish UK in the picturesque town of Cowes on the Isle of Wight, UK.

If you just want the bare essentials, all crew require  STCW   Basic Safety Training  to work on board. Deck crew also need  RYA Powerboat Level 2  and a  Marine Radio Operators certificate. If you don’t have a yachting background, we also strongly recommend an  RYA Competent Crew  course to put some salt in your veins and make sure you know your port from your starboard.

If you have career aspirations and want to one day take a command position on a superyacht, the  RYA Yachtmaster Offshore  is your essential first professional qualification.

As a qualified RYA Yachtmaster, you can also find work as a yacht instructor, charter skipper, or delivery crew . This way you can log valuable command time, before moving on to larger vessels where you will undertake further training for MCA Officer of the Watch, Master 500gt, and eventually Master 3000gt.

With  MCA Master of Yachts 3000gt,  you can apply for the best command jobs in the superyacht industrSTCW

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Discover yachting, how much will you earn on a superyacht.

There are worldwide job opportunities on yachts and superyachts, including roles for captains, deck officers and crew, chefs and steward/ess, bosuns and engineers. 

Deck crew who are dual qualified as jetski, diving, windsurfing or dinghy sailing instructors are also often in demand. As are interior crew who are qualified yoga instructors or massage therapists. 

There are also a range of shorebased indsutry support jobs in management, sales, administration, guest services etc.

Superyacht crew salaries are usually tax-free,   with virtually no living expenses to worry about. Generally, the bigger the boat, the better the pay. 

If your boat is doing charter work, the crew can also make large tips on top of their salary.

The salary guidelines below are based on the yachting market as of September 2023.  Actual salaries will always vary depending on a candidate’s specific experience, training, certification, additional skills, and a particular yacht’s needs.

Superyacht salaries by role

The Captain | €80,000 to  € 180,000 p/a

The Captain takes responsibility for navigation and passage-planning, leads the crew, manages the boat’s finances and looks after the owner’s family and guests.

First Officer   | €54000 to 84,000  p/a

First Mate assists the Captain as second-in-command.

Chief Engineer   | €80,000 to  €12 0,000 p/a

The Chief Engineer ensures that every piece of equipment on board is maintained in an operational state.

Security Officer | €40,000 to 60,000  p/a

The Security Officer designs the yacht’s safety and security plan, defends against threats to life and property.

Chef   | €65,000 to  €96 ,000 p/a

The Chef manages and runs the galley, prepares meals for guests and crew.

Cheif Stew | €36,000 to 48,000  p/a

The Chief Stew takes responsibility for housekeeping and guest entertainment, manages the steward/ess team.

Steward/ess   | €25,000 to  €30 ,000 p/a

Interior Crew ensure that guests have an enjoyable time on board, serve meals, look after guest accommodation and keep the interior spotlessly clean.

Deck Crew | €32,000 to 40,000  p/a

Deck Crew assist with all tasks on deck, maintain the gym and swimming pool, drive the yacht’s tenders.

Other opportunities for qualified Yachtmasters

Flotilla Skipper   | €180 to €300  p/w

Mediterranean flotilla work is less well paid but the lifestyle is great and it’s a fantastic way to build experience and command time.

Couples   | $55,000 to $95,000 p/a + Tips

A couple working together on a busy charter boat in the Caribbean can benefit from joint earnings. You can expect to add to this with tips, especially from American guests.

Delivery Skipper   | $6,000 to $10,000 p/m

Delivery skippers earnings vary but they usually benefit from travel costs to and from the delivery on top of their earnings.

Yacht Instructor   |  $60000 to $75,000 p/a

Casual seasonal instrcutors can work for charter companies or sailing schools, earning £90 to £150 / day in the UK or $300 to $400 / day in Australia.

A full-time RYA Yachting Instructor can expect £20,000 to  £ 30,000 annually in the UK or $60,000 to  $ 75,000 in Australia.

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Superyacht Crew Academy

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The Superyacht Crew Academy was established in 2002, and is Australia’s leading Superyacht and maritime education provider. Providing training in a number of different fields, they are accredited to provide MCA-approved IYT international certification, as well as the Australian AMSA certification, which is required to work in Australia. The Superyacht Crew Academy operate entry level courses, including the internationally mandatory STCW95+10 Basic Safety Training, and Deckhand and Stewardess courses, through to the more advanced Master of Yachts and Celestial Navigation courses. AMSA courses, including General Purpose Hand, Coxswain, Master <24m, MEDII & MEDIII, are also offered as part of their curriculum. Our Fastrack program is also held twice a year, training you from zero experience to the Superyacht Master of Yachts 200 ton Captain ticket in 11 weeks, for crew wanting to jump start their Superyacht careers.

It does not matter if you have years of boating experience behind you, or you have never set foot aboard a boat; the Superyacht Crew Academy can get you qualified, competent and job-ready to start your career in only a matter of weeks. The Academy will take you through all the relevant training and certification required to be totally capable, employable and a valuable crew member on board a Superyacht. All our courses are taught by highly experienced, certified trainers, who will provide you with the relevant skills and knowledge to excel in any role.

Obligation-free and cost-free Superyacht industry consultation is also available for anyone wishing to pursue a career onboard. Team members take you through all the details required to make an informed decision about your future one-on-one, and discuss the Superyacht industry, which career path would suit you best, and how to get started and settled in Australia or overseas.

With Superyacht and maritime training courses operating every 3 weeks throughout the year, the Superyacht Crew Academy is the best start in the Superyacht and maritime industries, wherever in the world that you choose.

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Customer Reviews

Superyacht Crew Academy reviews as published on Google:

Billy Heath

Average rating: 3 months ago

Warning not AMSA recognised for STCW 95! Only place in Australia that isn’t, if your vessel requires it in Australia it is completely invalid. Really good courses apart form that

Average rating: 4 months ago

Done the STCW refresher. All training held by the team here was executed at a high level of professionalism and quality. Although the fire training a decent journey, the facilities out there were worth it .

Anastacia Buhagiar

i had a really great experience with the super yacht crew academy and would recommend it to anyone wanting to join the industry

Emily Hamilton

Average rating: in the last week

Awesome! Great content and even better staff!

Lia Alzamora Valdez

I did stcw with these guys and it wa Sam amazing experience 100% recommended. They were so helpful and kind

Chris Smith

Average rating: 2 March 2024

Great facility, informative training, passionate trainers.

Caine Linhart

Average rating: 15 December 2023

Lovely people, very inviting environment. Would highly recommend

Michelle Maricic

Average rating: 10 October 2023

I did the STCW95+10 with Superyacht Crew Academy. It was a great course, very thorough with the information, the practical days were very good, you will learn a lot from this course.

Lara Carpenter

Average rating: 25 July 2023

I did the IYT Interior course with Berna and it was so informative. Berna is still extremely passionate about the yachting industry and taught us absolutely everything we need to know. She really went above and beyond. Came out of the course feeling so much more confident. Would highly recommend doing this course to anyone starting out in yachting.

sarah woodger

Average rating: 1 April 2023

Great training, super friendly and helpful staff with a welcoming atmosphere. Best place to go to for super yacht training, if i ever need to do additional training in the future I wouldn’t go anywhere else.

Willow Lewis

Average rating: 3 February 2023

I recently completed my Master 24. All the staff were very professional & helpful. From Kristy being a great help with my course enrolment to, to Peter my Master 24 teacher with extensive knowledge and to Roberta & Greg with great professionalism & tips in the Superyacht industry! I throughly enjoyed my time here and I would highly recommend anyone to upskill or wanting to work overseas!

sam stevenson

Average rating: 20 February 2022

Great school to do your entry level Superyacht tickets at. I attended here 4 years ago, and it set me up for the future.

Average rating: 16 February 2022

Done my coxswain through super yacht crew academy and I first I thought this school was really great until it started getting towards the end of my course and I started to notice the teachers losing interest in our group as another group had started so they were juggling both. Eventually I was told that I had finished my course but then a few weeks later got called in to say I had more to complete, I went in and then got told again that was it and I was finished, few months went buy and I sent them an email asking when I was gunna receive my certificate and if I had actually fully finished the course as the way it ended seemed strange as I just got never contacted again. All that work and effort and money to just be not responded to is pretty disappointing!

Average rating: 16 June 2021

NOT AMSA APPROVED OR RECOGNISED!!! It is very important to note that the STCW training provided by Superyacht Crew Academy is NOT recognised in Australia by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Whilst it can help you with a career in some countries outside of Australia, it is not recognised within Australia, rendering it more or less useless if you want a career here. I have just lost a great position within a company in Australia because my STCW certification is not valid. I can't understand why a training organisation in Australia would offer certification that isn't valid within it's own borders. Please consider this before enrolling with this organisation. When I explained the situation to them, and with them having known full well that I've come from the construction industry with no prior knowledge of the maritime industry, I was offered no compensation, instead I was told that I knew what I was signing up for which clearly I did not. I feel in my personal opinion that I was taken advantage of and after speaking to some of my other classmates I have confirmed that they were not aware either. Now we need to pay for and sit this course again with an AMSA approved rto to get our certifications recognised. On a side note, when we questioned why we hadn't received our LONG RANGE OPERATOR CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY (LROCP) 6 months down the track, we were informed that the exams hadn't even been submitted to the Australian Maritime College and I personally had to make my way back down to Sydney to sit the exam for the second time.

Gerhard Meiring

Average rating: 15 December 2020

SCA was excellent from registration through to wrapping up 2 and a half weeks of hands-on courses. The breadth of experience the instructors shared with the classes throughout the STCW, Deckhand and Powerboat courses was honest and realistically portrayed the industry and what to expect as a newcomer. Very much worth the cost for the practical experience gained from ex crew members themselves. Thanks team!

Tayla McIntyre

Average rating: 11 December 2020

Such an incredible experience with the most amazing and helpful instructors. Would highly recommend Superyacht Crew Academy to help you start your journey in this industry!

Cormac Brown

Average rating: 11 July 2019

Completed Master 200 Ocean with Superyacht worth every dollar spent. Cheers

Temperament Enterprise

Average rating: 12 October 2018

Did my MOY 200t limited here, excellent school, great instructors!

korhan ozakman

Average rating: 8 February 2018

Very grateful for the team at super yacht crew academy ! From day one the support and guidance start to get you ready for an epic journey of adventure and personal growth in the industry. And still 8 months on the team help me and support me in the journey ! Could not ask for a better academy to get the ball rolling . Much appreciated super yacht crew academy ! Ahoy legends !!!!!

Average rating: 4 April 2017

Really enjoyed the training, it was of the highest standard and very realistic! I recommend spending the extra money and doing the additional training ( deckhand and stew courses) as you learn so much more. Stuart and the entire team went above and beyond even allowing me and a few of the other deckhands to get some additional hours onboard the tenders after the course was completed. Within a day after the course I had day work and within a week had a job on board a yacht and had advice through the entire process.

Declan Verlin

Average rating: 28 March 2017

Amazing training facility! The guys and girls made me and the others in my group feel like we were part of a little family during our time at the academy. Stuart went above and beyond to help me with my CV, knowledge and even gave me a few connections to find work over in Antibes! I'll be back for my Master of Yachts for sure!!!

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Deck courses for yacht crew such as Captains, Officers, Deckhands, and other similar superyacht professionals.

Superyacht Deck Courses

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• Master (Yachts) - Less than 500GT/3,000GT   (4)
• Master (Yachts) - Business and Law   (2)
• Master (Yachts) - Celestial Navigation   (2)
• Master (Yachts) - Navigation, Radar and ARPA Simulator   (6)
• Master (Yachts) - Seamanship and Meteorology   (2)
• Master (Yachts) – Stability   (2)
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Australian Maritime and Fisheries Academy

Adelaide, Australia

An industry driven training provider since 1997.

Courses are held in: Australia

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Australian Superyacht Crew

Sydney, Australia

Located in Sydney Australia, we offer AMSA-approved STCW Basic Safety Training courses.

Flying Fish

Flying Fish Australia delivers STCW Basic Safety Training courses in Sydney. To work on a superyacht these are the minimum qualifications you need.

Superyacht Crew Academy

NSW, Australia

The Superyacht Crew Academy was established in 2002, and is Australia's leading Superyacht and maritime education provider. Providing training in a number of different fields, they are accredited to provide MCA-approved IYT international certification, as well as the Australian AMSA certification, which is required to work in Australia. Superyacht Crew Academy operate entry level courses, including the internationally mandatory STCW95+10 Basic Safety Training, and Deckhand and Stewardess courses, through to the more advanced Master of Yachts and Celestial Navigation courses. AMSA courses, including General Purpose Hand, Coxswain, Master < 24m, MEDII & MEDIII, are also offered as part of their curriculum. Our Fastrack program is also held twice a year, training you from zero experience to the Superyacht Master of Yachts 200 ton Captain ticket in ll weeks, for crew wanting to jump start their Superyacht careers. It does not matter if you have years of boating experience behind you, or you have never set foot aboard a boat; the Superyacht Crew Academy can get you qualified, competent and job-ready to start your career in only a matter of weeks. The Academy will take you through all the relevant training and certification required to be totally capable, employable and a valuable crew member on board a Superyacht. All our courses are taught by highly experienced, certified trainers, who will provide you with the relevant skills and knowledge to excel in any role. Obligation-free and cost-free Superyacht industry consultation is also available for anyone wishing to pursue a career onboard. Team members take you through all the details required to make an informed decision about your future one-on-one, and discuss the Superyacht industry, which career path would suit you best, and how to get started and settled in Australia or overseas. With Superyacht and maritime training courses operating every 3 weeks throughout the year, the Superyacht Crew Academy is the best start in the Superyacht and maritime industries, wherever in the world that you choose.

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Are you a chief stewardess interested in a shore-based superyacht role? Position Snapshot $120,000k-$140,000k + Super DOE Sydney based, year round Live onboard or ashore A high profile 50m private MY is on the search for an experienced chief stewardess join their professional...

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Are you a housekeeper / stewardess interested in some ongoing residential work in Sydney’s East? 2 X high end residences both require an experienced housekeeper to assist with the weekly housekeeping / detailing / laundry requirement. Rate: $40 -$50 AUD / hour DOE Hours: During the day Days Available are flexible 2.5...

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Deck/Mate- 90’ (New Build) MY Private/Charter- Sydney (base), Melbourne & Whitsundays

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Urgent: Deckhand Daywork – Australia– 1 month

Are you an experienced deckhand available for a 1-month temp contract? Are you based in Australia or NZ and available for an immediate start? Position Snapshot 1 month day work Starting ASAP (Urgent) Accommodation onboard No guest trips Location: Australia ...

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Couples Role- Stewardess & Deckhand – 37m Private MY – Sydney Based

Are you a couple looking for a lifestyle role in Sydney? Are you interested in living onboard and saving money on accommodation? Position Snapshot Only open to teams Live onboard $70,000 AUD + Super / role Sydney Based (year round) The...

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Rotational Chief Stewardess 1:1 – 40m Private MY – Australia, Indonesia, NZ , PNG

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Deck/Mate 92’ MY Charter/Private MY- Australia & Thailand

Are you a deck/mate interested in being based between Thailand & Australia? Do you have watchkeeping experience and keen for offshore commercial seatime?   Position Snapshot Qld, Phuket & Ko Samui Excellent Salary Watchkeeping experience (essential)...

Deckhand/Tender Captain- 80m+ SY Private/Charter- South Pacific, Fiji, Australia, NZ

Are you a deckhand who is a gun tender driver? Are you interested in joining a reputable superyacht program in the South Pacific? Position Snapshot 4000€-4500€ / month 60 days leave + 2 flights Yachtmaster preferred Male only due to cabins A high profile...

• Location:   Pacific

House Manager- Eastern Suburbs- Sydney

Are you a stewardess looking for a lifestyle opportunity Monday to Friday? Do you have experience working as a yacht stewardess or lifestyle manager? Position Snapshot Monday – Friday , 9am-5pm Late September/early October start Point Piper location A lovely / personable...

Deck/Diver- 80m+ SY Private/Charter- South Pacific, Fiji, Australia, NZ

Are you a deckhand with a minimum of a divemaster? Are you interested in joining a reputable superyacht program in the South Pacific? Position Snapshot 4000€-4500€ / month 60 days leave + 2 flights Divemaster (essential) Male only due to cabins A high...

2nd / 3rd Stewardess (Temp or Fulltime) 50m Private MY – US & Caribbean

**Calling all stews interested in a terrific US/Caribbean program   Position Snapshot   2nd Stewardess level From $4000-$5000 US / month DOE (as a guide only) Temp or Fulltime B1/B2 A high profile 50m Private MY is on the search...

• Location:   Americas

Deckhand 30m Private/Charter MY- Whitsundays & Sydney

Are you a deckhand who holds a minimum of a Coxswain? Are you interested in doing a mixture of both private & charters? A well run 30m private/charter MY is on the search for a deckhand to join their team for the tail end of the Whitsundays season, before the vessel makes its way back down to Sydney. The deckhand...

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Lead Service Stewardess- 85m Expedition Charter/Private- Asia, Pacific

Are you a stewardess with impeccable service skills? Position Snapshot 3:1 rotation $5000 US / Month DOE Preference to Australian / NZ candidates The ideal candidate will have time on superyachts 50m+ and have a strong background in service, looking to take on a leadership...

• Location:   Worldwide

Captain & Stew 92’ MY Charter/Private MY- Australia & Thailand

Are you a captain & stew team interested in being based between Thailand & Australia?   Position Snapshot Master 4 or MCA 200gt Qld, Phuket & Ko Samui Excellent Salary A high profile 92’ foreign flagged MY is on the search for a captain/engineer...

Chief Stewardess- 34m Private MY- NZ, Australia – Fiji

**Calling all experienced stews looking for a great South Pacific Program** Position Snapshot Up to $5500- $6000 US / Month (+/- pending experience) Private use only, low guest numbers. Fulltime 2nd stew for support A unique opportunity has become available...

Sailing Yacht Project – Trade assist / junior Captain - Gold Coast

Are you a sailing professional interested in working on a new to launch sail vessel? Do you have proven sailing skills , both coastal and offshore? Position Snapshot Gold Coast Based (with accommodation included) Initial...

Lead Deckhand 45m Private Motor Yacht- Sydney & Pacific

Are you an experienced deckhand looking to work within a very professional team? Do have solid tender driving experience, looking to progress tickets? Position Snapshot Excellent Salary (above industry standard) ...

Seasonal Chief Stewardess $$$+ Private MY – Sydney / Australia

Calling all experienced Chief Stewardesses available for a terrific seasonal contract in Australia. Managing a large team of 2-4 stewardesses the vessel wil only consider candidates with experience on vessels over 50m as chief. The position would suit a big superyacht chief stewardess with 5 years + experience looking...

Expressions of interest- Freelance / Temp & Seasonal - Australian Summer (Stewardess)

MYS is taking expressions of interest for any crew available for Freelance / Temp & Seasonal roles over the Australian Summer. Day rates for Stewardess work in Australia range from $300- $600 AUD / day depending experience and the requirement & will go up for major events (NYE & Public Holidays) MYS currently...

2nd Stewardess 38m Private MY – Sydney Based (Year-round)

Are you a stewardess interested in a Land-based / Lifestyle role in Sydney? Position Snapshot Sydney based (year-round) Monday to Friday (off trip) Start: September A high-profile Sydney based 38m private MY is on the search for a highly professional...

2nd /3rd Stewardess- 45m Private Motor Yacht– Sydney (based), Whitsundays & Pacific

Are you a stewardess who enjoys front of house/service? Do you value working within an exceptional team environment? Position Snapshot 2nd or 3rd stew level Sydney based (9 -10 months), winters in Whitsundays or Pacific...

Dockmaster – Leading Marina & Shipyard – Brisbane Based

Are you a deckhand or marine professional interested in a land-based opportunity?   Would you like to work with one of Australia’s leading Superyacht Marina’s?   Position Snapshot   Brisbane Based. Monday to Friday (30am-4.00pm) $75,000.00...

House Manager- Gold Coast – Hinterland

Are you a superyacht or private residence stewardess interested in going land based on the Gold Coast? The Estate owners are seeking a full-time house manager to work in their prestigious homestead and guest house, at their luxury rural estate nestled in the Gold Coast hinterland. Reporting to the Site manager,...

Lead Deckhand / Tender Captain – 34m Private MY – Sydney Based

Are you a deckhand or deck/stew interested in being based in Sydney year-round?   Do you have tender driving experience and hands on maintenance skills?   Position Snapshot Sydney based (all year) Must have own accommodation ashore $80,000 AUD / Year (as Guide)...

Part-Time- Housekeeper/Cleaner – High profile Residence- Point Piper, Sydney

  Are you a stewardess or housekeeper interested in a part time, 2 days / week housekeeping position?   Position Snapshot 2 days / week $40-$50 / Hour (based on experience) 8am to Midday or 9am to 2pm (flexible) Tuesdays &...

Executive Housekeeper-Private Residence/s – Melbourne

Are you a high-end hospitality professional or yacht stewardess looking to work within Residential Management for a high-net-worth client?   Do you have excellent housekeeping skills?   Position Snapshot Fulltime Executive Housekeeper Multiple Residences Room for...

Sole Chef- 32m Expedition Yacht- Cairns, NZ, Kimberley, Melbourne, Tasmania

Are you a culinary trained chef interested in cruising Australia, NZ and the remote Kimberley?   Are you interested in working within a highly professional (and fun) crew?   Position Snapshot   $110,000-$130,000 AUD + Super  DOE Private use, low guest numbers ...

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Chief Stewardess-36m- Private MY- Sydney & Indonesia

Are you a stewardess looking for an amazing lifestyle role? Do you have an interest in diving, learning deck skills or even temping on a private jet? Position Snapshot Sydney based (9 months) Indonesia (2 months) Yard (1 month) Low use program / lifestyle role Stacks...

Chief Stewardess- 50m Private MY – Sydney (base), Gold Coast & Pacific

** Sponsorship option in Australia Are you a chief stewardess interested in working out in Australia long-term? Are you interested in working for an exceptional superyacht owner? Position Snapshot Open to all nationalities (long term sponsorship option) $120,000 - $140,000...

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Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2024

2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race - 100 DayS to Race Day

• 17 Sep, 2024 11:11:00 AM

The countdown is officially on! In just 100 days, the starting cannon will signal the beginning of the 79th edition of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. On December 26th, the world’s top sailors will once again converge in Sydney Harbour, ready to embark on one of the most iconic and challenging ocean races.

With a reputation for challenging weather and the notorious conditions of the Bass Strait, the race is a true test of skill, endurance, and teamwork. Yachts of all sizes and crews from around the globe will push their limits over the 628-nautical-mile course, heading south to Tasmania’s historic capital.

This year’s race is expected to draw fierce competition, with some of the world’s fastest and most advanced yachts entering the lineup. Whether racing for Line Honours or the prestigious Tattersall Cup, crews will have to be prepared for anything as they navigate the elements in the “Great Race South.”

As we hit the 100-day mark, excitement is building, and the anticipation for this legendary event is palpable. Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the start of the 79th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race!

Congratulations to all the divisional winners of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2023

PHOTOS | 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Official Prizegiving

PHOTOS | Day 5 Morning - Tasman Island and Storm Bay

PHOTOS | Day 5 and Day 6 finishers

PHOTOS | Official Presentation of Tattersall Cup and Rolex Timepiece to the Overall Winner

2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race - A Race for the Ages

VIDEO | 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race - Rolex Daily Video Summary

VIDEO | Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2023

VIDEO | 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Official Prizegiving

VIDEO | Race Update - 31 December Morning

AUDIO | 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Sked 10

AUDIO | 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Sked 9

AUDIO | 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Sked 8

AUDIO | 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Sked 7

AUDIO | 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Sked 6

Official rolex sydney hobart merchandise.

Shop the official clothing range of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia in person at the Club in New South Head Road, Darling Point or online below.  

From casual to technical clothing, there is something for all occasions. Be quick as stock is limited!

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Superyacht Crew Academy Provides training and certification for people who wish to work on Superyachts anywhere in the world and within the Australian Maritime Industry. Legal Name: Club Sail Pty. Ltd. Trading as: Superyacht Crew Academy Registered Training Organisation no. 91462

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