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Deckhand - FILLED

Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

Job Type

Permanent

About the Role

Private & Charter 40m+ Motor Yacht

Embarkation: South Florida

Start Date: Early November 2025

Contract: Permanent | Competitive package DOE

Worthy Management is seeking a driven and hands-on Deckhand to join a busy dual-season private and charter yacht currently preparing to cross to the U.S. this fall. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to join a well-run, professional team that values collaboration, enthusiasm, and pride in presentation.

About the Role

You’ll work within an active deck team maintaining exterior standards to a high level and assisting with guest operations, tender runs, and watersports during trips. The program is run to exceptional standards yet maintains a fun, team-oriented culture onboard. The vessel will base in Florida ahead of a Thanksgiving trip before heading into a busy winter schedule.

Candidate Profile

We’re looking for a team player with a can-do attitude — someone who takes initiative, works well within a youthful crew, and enjoys an organized, positive onboard culture.

Languages: Fluent English (native preferred)

Preferred Nationalities: South African, Australian, or British (others considered)

Personality Fit: Hardworking, humble, and dependable with strong attention to detail

Other: Non-smoker; visible tattoos acceptable pending captain’s approval

Requirements


Mandatory Requirements

  • STCW Basic Safety Training

  • Designated Security Duties (DSD)

  • Valid ENG1 (minimum 6 months validity)

  • B1/B2 visa in hand

  • Powerboat Level 2

  • PWC (Personal Watercraft)

  • Yachtmaster preferred

Bonus skills: fishing, diving, and watersports experience highly regarded.

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Visas

  • B1/B2

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)

  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)

Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA Able Seafarer Deck Certificate

  • RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Skipper

How to Apply

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to Jess@jjworthymanagement - due to the volume of emails - only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ABOUT US

Worthy Management is a boutique yacht recruitment and management agency built on precision, discretion, and integrity. We deliver tailored crew placements, backed by complimentary global background checks, and streamline operations with payroll and accounting powered by Voly. Our promise: helping every client and candidate Know Their Worth.

QUICK LINKS

CONNECT

  • +1 (716) 400-1333

  • jess@jjworthymanagement.com

  • Hypoluxo FL, 33462 USA

ABOUT SAFE SAIL

At Worthy Management, we proudly use Safe Sail to ensure every placement meets the highest standards of safety, integrity, and professionalism. Safe Sail provides comprehensive background checks specifically designed for the yachting and private household sectors. Their three-tier vetting system—covers everything from identity and criminal-record verification to business affiliations, sanction lists, and digital footprint assessments. Their streamlined three-step process delivers detailed, peer-reviewed reports that give both owners and crew peace of mind, knowing every hire has been thoroughly and ethically vetted.

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