Do you want to move across from merchant ships to superyachts, or maybe you've done it already? I look forward to hearing your thoughts...

@sailorkim9889

7 ай бұрын

Hello there, i'm a former merchant crew as able seaman and planning to switch on a leisure like this.what i'm gonna do?is there any chance?

I appreciate the time it took you to compile all this information and deliver it in such a professional and entertaining manner. Not to mention remembering all of it. Thank you for your channel. I am sure you helped many how to get started. Much success in your career and your KZread channel.

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Raynold! It's always great to receive such fantastic feedback.

Great video! I was thinking about this just yesterday and here you are, giving answers like a pro.

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

I'm happy to have given you the answer before you asked the question! Thanks SailorYuki!

Matthew, what fantastic advice for those in the Merchant Marines who want to move over to the Super Yacht industry! I enjoyed this video very much, because you always teach me many things that I knew nothing about. I thank you very much, Matthew

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mitchell! I'm very happy to hear that you found this video so informative.

Hi matthew Great to have you back It is really important to keep your CV up to date and to correctly record all activities, no matter what industry you work in. Always expect the unexpected. 👍👍👍

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Daniel. "Always expect the unexpected". This is most certainly the case in the yachting industry! Thank you for commenting.

Hello, I was actually really lucky transferring to the yacht industry.. I had experience as an officer on merchant navy and I got a cousin who knew a captain of my current yacht. He was looking for a deckhand so after an interview I got the job... One month before the season my captain contacted the chief officer that he expected to come for sure, for my luck he wasn't able to join the yacht so I got that position instead... That was pure luck...as many say expect the unexpected..

Interesting reality check - great content and delivery as usual!

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Malcolm. 😊

Only forward! We improve our skills and gain experience.

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Thank you, Alex.

Thank you for the information ☺️

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Thank you for commenting, Sanithra.

I am making that transition literally today, joining a yacht as deckhand/ relief OOW on a yacht very much below the 3000grt mark with my Unlimited CoC - should be a good learning experience!

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Hello 8atlantic8! I was thinking of you as I filmed this video, and wondering if you'd been successful in finding a job. It's great to hear that you have, and I wish you all the best.

@8atlantic8

3 жыл бұрын

@@WorkonaSuperyacht A very big thank you for checking over my CV earlier in the year, after a few months of quite, I got two job offers in the one week one on a 115m and this one on a 70m, so it was a difficult choice!

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

@8atlantic8 Yacht jobs are like buses...you wait for one for ages, and then 2 come along at the same time! It was a pleasure helping you with your CV. Congratulations, and have a great summer!

Great Video Matthew :)

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Seb!

Matthew, Great Informative video, as usual. I know that you have viewers with this particular question.

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Frank! Yes, not a week goes past where somebody doesn't ask me about how to move from merchant ships to superyachts. I hope this video goes some way to answering the question, and I'm pleased to hear that you found it informative. Thank you!

@frankv4271

3 жыл бұрын

@@WorkonaSuperyacht I'm sure it will.

Great video

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Tony. 🚢➡️🚤

Love this channel... Well done! :o)

@WorkonaSuperyacht

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jeremy. Welcome to the channel!

Thank you man, you always bring great content! But what about jobs for Seafarers with lower deck rating like Ordinary Seaman and Deck Seaman? Is there a possibility to apply for these super yacht jobs with these ratings?

Hey Matthew, the video was really informative. Please suggest career options and possibilities for a Deck cadet who has completed 18months sea time on a cargo ship ,since I really look forward to grow in the Yachting industry.Thks

Bravo 👏

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Caio. 😊

Anyone with an unlimited CoC would also have to be mindful of revalidation requirements if they opted to "start at the bottom" on super yachts. Nothing against this in principle as its a good idea to have a sound knowledge of the extra duties involved. I can say from personal experience that e.g. cleaning teak decks is not a job I have ever had or heard of friends having on cargo ships :). Thanks for the previous video on that subject, very helpful.

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for pointing this out, woolyimage. I've just double-checked the revalidation requirements for COCs issued by the MCA, which requires 12 months' seagoing service in the last 5 years OR 3 months' seagoing service in the last 6 months. This shouldn't present any issues, but crew must certainly be mindful of getting the timing right.

Thank you, excellent as usual :) You answered all questions I had about transfering from merchant marine to Superyacht industry.

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jonáš. I'm happy to hear that this video answered all of your questions.

Nice video, I believe that working on super yachts is more challenging than it can look like at first glance. Especially when it comes to privacy.

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Captain B, and thank you for commenting. Yes, I think there are a lot of misconceptions about the role of crew on board a superyacht.

@captainb6104

3 жыл бұрын

@@WorkonaSuperyacht short trips are good for gaining experience in ship handling and docking, and then of course you go to all the best ports. I made some long ones from Norway to Japan, and Aruba to Singapore, nobody were able t go ashore.

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

@Captain B The prospect of a voyage from Norway to Japan sounds amazing to me! But then I guess the grass is always greener, and I might start to change my mind after a few days of heading into those big waves!

I would like to ask if it is the same for engineers?

since a certain time that I watch these videos, I remark several things, the motivation that surrounds many things (administrative, study, knowledge of the industry) is very important, unfortunately, one thing is without doubt painful, the physique ( health), which is not something controllable. What do these yachting men become when they are affected by the disease. As usual :) thanks for this great video. i like learn 👍👍👍

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Rudi. It's true that working on a superyacht requires you to be fit and healthy. Accordingly, crew members must pass a seafarer's medical every two years. Unfortunately, if you lose your health this career may no longer be an option, which is why it's important to make the most of the opportunity while you can. If you gain qualifications and work your way up the ranks, you may at least have opportunities ashore within the maritime industry, even if you aren't able to work on board a ship.

hi matthew , im currently in Nautical school in the netherlands and once i finish, i would be deck officer unlimited. I will have spend 12 months as a cadet on a cruise ship other than that i wont have any experience just my certificates and the fact that i speak 3 languages. How long do you think it will take before i could work as a deck officer on a yacht?

Hi Matthew, I'm an Italian 3rd Officer with 3 years experience on ferry passenger ships and I am really looking forward to work on MYs. I'm tired of all those documents that you've to fullfill on board of big ships, and that sector, in the past years became very stressfull. I'm worried about the requirements imposed by the recruitment agencies regarding ''yacht experience''. Do you really think that the best way to start is to have a step back and start from a deckhand position? Thank you for all your advices and have a good day!

@WorkonaSuperyacht

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Alfonso. Your experience on passenger ships may mean that it's possible to move straight into a deck officer role on board a superyacht; however, you should prepare for the fact that you might need to spend a year or two as a deckhand before getting the chance to step up. I'd recommend that you start by contacting a few crew agencies to see what they have available for someone with your level of experience.

Hi sir I schooling in merchant Navy 6 months training and 7 month sea experience in general cargo ship I have seaman book Passport Navigation watch certificate and I have all I have sir with experience Can I apply for yacht as a deckhand sir

Hello, thank you very much for your videos. They are very informative and give an insight in the industry. Currently putting my self through courses looking to start at the bottom as a junior deckhand. Currently serving in the royal navy. My question is, do you see alot of ex-military in the superyacht industry and are there alot of opportunities given to ex navy for example?

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Prankandfail, and thank you for your feedback on the channel. I haven't worked with anyone who had previously served in the military, but there certainly are some yacht crew with military backgrounds. I don't think they would be given priority over anyone else when looking for work; however, their skills and experience are likely to put them ahead of some other candidates. I wish you all the best with your courses and subsequent job search!

So, moving from a cruise ship with 3-4 years background as junior officer on to a yacht, could someone become directly an officer?

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Navigator. I once worked on a yacht that was nearly 4000GT in volume. The second officer had done his cadetship on cruise ships, spent a further 2 years with the company as a junior officer, and then moved straight into the role. That was 7 years ago. There are no guarantees, but it could still happen today.

Thank you for your insight on cruise ship life. I want to ask a few questions. About me I am 3rd officer with Indian COC in a container ship, looking to switch to cruise. 1- salary 2- contract duration and type, weather it's on roll or on contract basis. 3- is insurance being provided 4- internet on board 5- other than navigation and Lsa/Ffa maintenance, any other duties are included in 3rd officers profile. I have also heard that cruise lines look for white people to hire, is it true. Thank you for reading this, if time permits do reply. Bon voyage 👍

How (if at all) is the situation different for engineering officers? Are the prospects better, worse, fewer, greater?

@WorkonaSuperyacht

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Ben. I don't have any specific data on this, but I can tell you that there are plenty of yacht engineers who have crossed over from the merchant navy. It's probably fair to say that there is less of a difference in the job role for engineers than for deck officers, so they may find the transition easier.

@benh6753

2 жыл бұрын

@@WorkonaSuperyacht Thank you!

Hello sir , my name is puneet kumar . I have 3 years experience in the merchant Navy as an ordinary seaman. Now I'm finding a job on a yacht and it's quite difficult, can you guide me on it .

Did you get your C/O unlimited license? Where are you now?

@WorkonaSuperyacht

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Navigator. I’m doing yacht 3000 tickets, not unlimited. I’m booked onto a Medical First Aid course this coming week, and then I just have the YM Ocean course to do before getting the Chief Mate 3000 qualification. I’m still in the UK, and planning an update video very soon!

I'm gonna work on marchant ships . As a trainnee crew , could you hire me as a yacht crew brother mathew.

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Rad. We don't currently have any vacancies for a deckhand position. When we do, I will advertise the position and shortlist a number of candidates before making a decision.

Hlw Mathew ,I am from INDIA..Is there any scope for Indian nationalities in yachting industries ? I am having an OOW unlimited with experience on merchant vessel and I am planning to start as a deckhand in yacht industries..so is there any possibilities for Indians?kindly suggest me the good. Thanks

Hi, I retired from Turkish navy as a commander. I am 43 years old. Too late to start for super yachts? What do you think? Sincerely...

@woolyimage

3 жыл бұрын

I am aware that there was an ex RN submarine commander who was captain of a large British yacht at one point. I have little knowledge of the industry but I think it was hinted at in the video that knowing people was important as it is in many walks of life. If you don’t try you’ll never know. Check out the links provided and ask at the manning agencies who I’m sure will give you a better indication.

@hakanakkus6601

3 жыл бұрын

@@woolyimage Thank You.👍

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Hakan. I think @woolyimage has given a great answer here, and I agree that you should start by signing up with some yacht crew agencies. Once you've uploaded your CV and completed your profile, give them a call to see if they have any job opportunities that might be of interest to you. Good luck, and I'd be very interested to hear how you get on.

👍☑️

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

😊👍

Sir am jithu Currently working with Costa cruises .I have experience of 2 contract with Costa. My position is F&B attendant. How should I apply for the similar position in a yatch . Kindly guide me through the procedures. Thank you

@seawarriors8853

Жыл бұрын

Hey, I am from India, And having COC For OOW, Is there any scope for Indian 3rd officers in Costa cruises.? Thanking you

But someone who has worked as officer on cruise ships won't necessarily know about the maintenance of a yacht, like the teak or other small things that pertain only to yachts, right?

@WorkonaSuperyacht

3 жыл бұрын

That's correct. This is why I suggest looking at vessels over 3000GT when trying to move straight into an officer position on board a yacht. Your Unlimited qualification will be of most value here, and there is a large enough deck team that you won't really need to be driving tenders or helping out with maintenance on deck.

, I am from the Philippines. Is there any scope for Filipino nationalities in yachting industries? I am having an OOW unlimited with experience in bulk carrier my current position is Chief officer .so are there any possibilities for Filipinos? kindly suggest to me the good.

@sergeejongoy4962

Жыл бұрын

Try mo sa crewasia sir.

Whether Indians are selected on yacht as deckhand?

@sr3yu

Жыл бұрын

Are they?

@allyvelly

Жыл бұрын

No.