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Pros and Cons of Working on a Superyacht

Working as superyacht crew can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. In this post, we'll explore some of the pros and cons of working as superyacht crew. For each pro, we'll also discuss a related con, giving you a comprehensive look at what it's really like to work on a superyacht.

Pro: Travel to Some of the World's Most Beautiful Destinations

One of the biggest perks of working as superyacht crew is the opportunity to travel to some of the world's most beautiful destinations. You'll have the chance to explore exotic locations, from the Caribbean to the Mediterranean and beyond. You'll get to experience new cultures and see breathtaking scenery, all while getting paid.

Con: Limited Time to Explore Destinations

While you'll have the opportunity to travel to some incredible destinations, as a member of the crew, your primary focus will be on the yacht and its guests. You may have limited free time to explore the destinations you visit, as your responsibilities will take priority.

Pro: Great Salary and Benefits

Superyacht crew can earn a great salary and benefits package, often tax-free. In addition to your salary, you'll receive room and board, health insurance, and other benefits. Depending on your position and experience, you could earn a salary of $50,000 to $100,000 or more per year.

Con: Long Hours and Hard Work

Working on a superyacht can be physically demanding and requires long hours. You may be working 12 to 18 hours a day, with few days off. You'll need to be physically fit and able to work in all types of weather conditions. Depending on your position, you may be responsible for cleaning, cooking, or performing maintenance tasks.

Pro: Meet Interesting and High-Profile People

As a member of the superyacht crew, you'll have the opportunity to meet interesting and high-profile people, such as celebrities, politicians, and business leaders. You'll get to network with people from all over the world, and you may even make some valuable connections for your future career.

Con: Privacy and Personal Time Can Be Limited

While meeting interesting people can be a great perk, it also means that your privacy and personal time can be limited. As a member of the crew, you'll be expected to be available to the guests at all times, which can make it difficult to have personal time and space.

Pro: Career Advancement Opportunities

Working on a superyacht can be an excellent opportunity to advance your career. With hard work and dedication, you can work your way up to higher positions, such as chief stewardess, captain, or engineer. You'll gain valuable experience and skills that can be applied to other areas of the industry.

Con: Limited Job Security and Stability

Working on a superyacht can be an unstable career path, with limited job security and stability. Yachts may change owners or be sold, and crew members may be let go without warning. You'll need to be flexible and prepared for unexpected changes.

Pro: Unique and Exciting Experience

Working on a superyacht is a unique and exciting experience that few people get to enjoy. You'll get to be part of a close-knit team, and you'll have the opportunity to work in some of the most luxurious environments in the world.

Con: Can Be Isolating and Lonely

Working on a superyacht can be isolating and lonely, especially if you're away from family and friends for long periods. You'll need to be prepared to spend extended periods away from home, and you'll need to be comfortable working and living in close quarters with your colleagues.

Working as superyacht crew can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. It's important to carefully consider the pros and cons before pursuing a career in the industry. If you're prepared for hard work, long hours, and the challenges that come with working in close quarters with others, then working as superyacht crew can be a unique and exciting opportunity that offers great career advancement potential, travel opportunities, and the chance to meet interesting people from all over the world.

By SuperyachtNews 09 Aug 2018

The Crew Report: Issue 86 preview

Issue 86 is out now and includes an examination of crew roles during boat show season, as well as the superyacht annual report: training & recruitment….

As the show season approaches once again, The Crew Report issue 86 will imminently be landing on superyachts and desks around the world. The Crew Report is the only superyacht market publication dedicated to advising professional crew on pertinent issues that relate directly to job fulfilment and career progression. In this issue we examine the role of superyacht crew at boat shows, review what happens to crew when a yacht is arrested, explore how to preserve art on board, explore whether or not a dedication to form rather than function is putting crew lives at risk and much more.

Furthermore, this issue of The Crew Report includes The Superyacht Annual Report: Training & Recruitment 2018 . This 10-page special report presents the findings of a four-month research project into crew sentiment towards providers of training and recruitments services, as well as drawing insight from senior crew about budgeting for the provision of these services.

Article Insight: “Beauty catches the attention; character captures the heart” “It is absolutely essential to have a well-instructed crew who know what their responsibilities are during boat shows,” says David Johnson sales broker at Denison Yacht Sales and a highly experience former captain and crew member. “If a boat is docked in a show environment, it does not mean that someone will only walk on during show hours – there might be early morning views or late evening viewings because a lot of serious buyers avoid show times or don’t want to board the yacht while 20 other people are on there, so it always has to be looking sharp.”

Johnson explains that the impact that crew can have on a buyer’s decision-making process is always a ‘big-concern’ for brokers, especially when they might be against the sale because the new owner might not wish to continue their employment and they may not have been promised any financial bonus by the seller…Click here to subscribe and read the full article.

Annual Report Insight: Findings “42.4 per cent of captains and nearly 30 per cent of chief engineers suggested further career progression, perhaps implying a move ashore or into project management, owner teams or similar.”

“Our data suggests that if you are looking for training to progress your career, the 50m to 60m bracket is a good sector in which to do it.”

“When respondents were asked how they would look for their next position, 29.4 per cent said they would go to an agency first, followed by 25.9 per cent relaying on word of mouth or recommendation and 17 per cent using social media” … Click here to subscribe and read The Superyacht Annual Report: Training & Recruitment 2018 .

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