How to secure your first deckhand role in yachting
Our Deckhand Consultant, Hannah Hosegood, highlights our advice for those looking for their first deckhand role in the yachting industry.
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How to become a 'qualified' deckhand
The Quay Crew team have never once been asked by a client for a ‘Qualified Deckhand’, but are often asked for an experienced one.
From Chief Officer to Captain – Top tips for stepping up
Stepping up from a Chief Officer to a Captain on a superyacht is a significant career move, and one that…
Reflections on the superyacht job market: Chief Officers
The superyacht job landscape for Chief Officers has shifted dramatically in the past year, with the the availability of roles being scarce.
Exposure to tender driving: what all Deckhands dreams of?
From conversations we have with our Deckhands, they are desperate to be part of the action and exciting stuff.
Chief Officer salary survey 2023
Our Chief Officer salary survey uncovers the latest trends in pay, leave and bonus packages for 2023 onboard 50m to 100m+ superyachts.
How to maintain your jet skis onboard
Jet skis are one of the most common toys onboard superyachts, popular with guests of all ages and abilities, so it’s important they are well maintained.
Interview – Carving a career as a female Chief Officer
In 2014, Ellie Younis first joined the superyacht industry as a temporary deckhand and five years later, landed herself a Chief Officer gig.
How to recruit your rotational counterpart – Chief Officer
The biggest issue when it comes to recruiting your rotational counterpart is that what looked good on paper doesn't often transpire into a good hire.
Female deckhands – holla!
It’s not uncommon for girls to keep pushing the limits, in science, extreme sports and in business – and female deckhands are no different.
Does size matter to a Superyacht Officer?
The challenges as a Superyacht Officer can vary greatly and sometimes it can become a game of chess looking for your next step on the ladder!
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Shoreside stories – From Relief Captain to Charter Manager
We spoke to Alex Guy, a former deckie who worked his way up to Relief Captain in a 14-year superyacht career before taking a land-based role as Charter Manager for Burgess Yachts.
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