4 open bosun positions right now
- Bosun / OOW - SADual seasons60m yacht
- BosunDual season100m yacht
- BosunMed based30m yacht
- BosunSingle season50m yacht
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What the job involves
- Lead the deck team and plan daily work
- Manage the upkeep of the exterior, tenders and deck equipment
- Oversee mooring, anchoring and water toys
- Report to the first officer or captain
What you need
- STCW Basic Safety Training and a valid ENG1 seafarer medical certificate, which almost every yacht requires before you start
- Extensive yacht deck experience
- Powerboat and often Officer of the Watch or Yachtmaster certificates
Bosuns typically study for Officer of the Watch certificates and move to mate.
See what a bosun earns in our salary guide and the 2026 salary report.
Yacht Bosun jobs: common questions
How do I become a yacht bosun?
Most bosuns start as deckhands and step up after several seasons of experience, adding certificates such as a powerboat licence and Officer of the Watch qualifications.
Hiring a bosun?
We send a shortlist of vetted candidates within 24 hours. No upfront fees.