OYSTER WORLD RALLY | First Mate & Deck/Cook/All Rounder Couple Team

STARTING JUNE 2027, We are looking for an experienced sailing couple to join this exciting long-term programme with this hands on sailing owner and friends. The First Mate should hold Yachtmaster Offshore as a minimum (Yachtmaster Ocean preferred), with strong sailing ability and ideally previous Oyster experience. They will be a thorough and conscientious sailor/engineer who takes pride in maintaining high standards, is safety-focused, and never cuts corners.

Starting in June 2027, this private Oyster programme will begin with extensive Mediterranean cruising before joining ARC 2027 for the Atlantic crossing and continuing on to the Oyster World Rally, departing Antigua in January 2028.

First Mate Requirements:

• Yachtmaster Offshore minimum
  
• Strong offshore sailing and watchkeeping experience
  
• Exceptional attention to detail
  
• Professional, safety-focused approach
  
• Confident supporting owner-led operations
  

Desirable:

• Yachtmaster Ocean
  
• Previous Oyster experience
  
• Strong passage planning and rally experience
  

Crew / Cook Requirements:

• Competent watchkeeper with offshore experience
  
• Strong provisioning and inventory management skills
  
• Confident preparing fresh, varied meals for crew and guests
  
• Organised, practical and adaptable
  

The Ideal Team:

The owners are seeking a capable, friendly and professional couple who:

• Enjoy long-distance cruising and adventure
  
• Take a thorough, proactive approach onboard
  
• Work well within a close-knit team environment
  
• Are happy balancing offshore sailing with destination-led cruising
  
• Bring positive energy and a genuine passion for life on board
  

A fantastic opportunity to join a supportive ownership programme and play a key role in an exciting Mediterranean, Atlantic and around-the-world sailing adventure.

• Keep your CV clear, professional and ideally no more than 2 pages

• Include a short profile/objective section about yourself

• Add all relevant experience, qualifications, skills and contact details

• Include at least 3 written references where possible

• Chefs - please include a food portfolio (your own work only please) and any relevant Instagram links

• Upload all relevant and valid certificates as PDFs