Deckhand - Temporary / Seasonal - €See in job description. - Portugal
This is a learning opportunity for people wanting to experience a great yacht, gain lots of sea miles and night sailing. We do not charter, have 'little ones' or pets on board. The boat is for adult family and friends only.
This years cruise will start in May from Portimao (Portugal) to Lisbon, Porto, Bayona and Combarro (Galicia) North West Spain. From there we will head across Biscay to Concarneau (Brittany) France. Here we join the Irish Cruising Club Rally which will take us to many interesting places, islands etc along this beautiful cruising area. We will then head back across the Biscay to our summer berth in Combarro. For July ,August and part of September we will cruise the fabulous coast and islands of Galicia, visiting Vigo, Bayona,Pontevedra the famous city of Santiago de Compestela and the many 'Rias' of Galicia. We will be jointing a cruising Rally here also.
We are looking for two deckhands with at least 6 months experience sailing, preferably with RYA day skipper/ competent crew or equivalent. The positions will suit people who wish learn, gain more experience, get more sea miles,
lots of night sailing, docking, anchoring, navigation, pilotage,and lots more.
These positions are NOT SUITABLE FOR PROFESSIONAL CREW. We pay a monthly allowance of €600. We also pay (pre agreed) travel expenses to and from the yacht. We provide all food, drinks, uniforms, shared crew quarters, crew dingy, and personal safety gear. The crew duties and conditions are all explained in our crew contract which will be available to those selected for interview. Those applying must be available for the full duration (4 + months) of the cruise. Have an up to date EU passport together with current Covid Antigen / PCR test and vaccination are required.
The yacht is in superb condition with all modern equipment and a full range of safety gear. She is a pleasure to sail.
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It will be my second year of experience at Orchestra. I have completed 1500 miles in the last trip and learned many thinks techniques maintenance, conservation and especially how to live on board. For my career in Oceano it was a school. Thank very much Michael for the opportunity , see you in abril 2024 ! ?
17th Feb 2024