Finding employment is tough, especially during a recession, but one of the most sought after jobs that isn’t really affected that much, is yacht crewing. Working on a yacht from the mega luxurious to the humble charters will ensure that you not only get paid a great salary, but that you also have the time of your life.
Exploring the world may be just the thing to get you out of bed in the morning, and when you work on a yacht you will get to experience new sights and sounds each day. There are many places around the world where yacht crews are in demand during certain parts of the year. It is all about being at the right place at the right time and knowing where to look. Here are some tips:
Fall is the time when most yacht owners head down to the Caribbean, and this means that they generally make a stop in Miami to find crew. If you are there at that time, you will be in luck! If you are interested in working for the entire season, you should look for yacht crew employment along the Intracoastal Waterway, because many captains like to get to know their crew before heading off to Miami.
During the Spring, it is the best time to find yachting work in St. Thomas, St. Croix, St. Martin, San Juan, and Guadeloupe as the yachts head northward again. The Panama Canal is also an ideal place to find yacht jobs as most work travelers pass through here. In the spring it is best to be ready for the Panama Canal and South Pacific cruises, so you should base yourself in Cabo San Lucas or La Paz to find work.
Bear in mind that Cyclone season is between December and March, and for this reason, most yachts will start making their way towards Australia and New Zealand. Nadi and Port Vila are great places to get involved and become part of a yacht crew. During August and September, you will have the opportunity to apply for yacht crewing jobs to Mexico for the winter season.
When you look for work on a yacht, you will have to make sure that you have the necessary skills. Some skippers will want qualifications, but generally speaking, anyone can get a deckhand job. You will however find it useful if you can speak other languages, know how to use and work computer equipment and electronics, can cook, sew or repair heavy duty materials, understand plumbing and mechanics, as well as various other things.
When you work on a yacht there are lots of other aspects that you should understand including the salary, working conditions, working hours, and more. You can learn all about these when you sign up to be a member of Cruise Job Finder. You can also use the Job Center to find the perfect yacht crewing job to apply for. Get tips for writing your resume and application today!
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