Yacht Jobs in Georgia

Build your maritime career with top super yacht jobs in Georgia.

From private yacht placement to luxury charter employment opportunities,Georgia has to offer a strong foundation for both beginners and experienced crews. An established marina and consistent vessel traffic across seasons are what set Georgia apart from other yachting regions in the world. Thus, it's a market that rewards those who know where to look and how to show up.

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First Officer/Chief Mate
- Rotational

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  • LocationSavannah, GA, USA
  • SalaryDepends on Experience
  • Vessel Length176' to 210' (54 to 64 meters)
  • Vessel FlagCayman Islands

2nd Officer
- Rotational

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  • LocationSavannah, GA, USA
  • SalaryDOE
  • Vessel Length176' to 210' (54 to 64 meters)
  • Vessel FlagCayman Islands

Captain / Cook/Steward(ess) T
- Temporary
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  • LocationSavannah, GA, USA
  • SalaryDepends on Experience
  • Vessel Length80' to 110' (25 to 33 meters)
  • Vessel FlagMarshall Islands

Steward(ess)
Job Filled

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  • LocationSavannah, GA, USA
  • Salary3300-3800
  • Vessel Length72 Meters
  • Vessel FlagForeign (Non-US)

Chief Engineer
Job Filled

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  • LocationSavannah, GA, USA
  • Salary7000-9000
  • Vessel Length46 meters
  • Vessel FlagForeign (Non-US)
  • LocationSavannah, GA, USA
  • SalaryDepends on Experience
  • Vessel Length72 Meters
  • Vessel FlagForeign (Non-US)
  • LocationSavannah, GA, USA
  • Salary5000+
  • Vessel Length72 Meters
  • Vessel FlagForeign (Non-US)
  • LocationSavannah, GA, USA
  • Salary3000-3500
  • Vessel Length72 Meters
  • Vessel FlagForeign (Non-US)

Captain / Chief Steward(ess) T
Job Filled

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  • LocationSavannah, GA, USA
  • SalaryDepends on Experience
  • Vessel Length46 meters
  • Vessel FlagForeign (Non-US)
  • LocationSavannah, GA, USA
  • Salary3000-3500
  • Vessel Length72 Meters
  • Vessel FlagForeign (Non-US)

Why Work in Georgia?

For crew looking to build their experience without relocating to somewhere far, Georgia offers a solid and often overlooked alternative. Vessel traffic through the state supports a steady job market across deck, interior, and engineering roles.

  • The marinas here serve yachts ranging from 24 meters to well over 100 meters. This means that there won't be any shortage of opportunities. Also, the range of work will vary, spanning everything from day work on smaller boats to permanent contracts on major vessels.
  • Georgia is a very walkable city, which means you can hit every important marina within days.
  • For engineers and technical crew, especially, Georgia offers regular employment linked to maintenance cycles, which run year-round regardless of the charter season.
  • If you like sailing over motor, Georgia is one of the world's most popular destinations for high-performance racing and classic sailing yachts.

Yacht Job Salaries in Georgia

Pay in the yachting sector in Georgia varies across departments and vessel categories. One consistent advantage: most positions include food and accommodation, meaning your take- home is close to your entire salary. That makes the numbers more impressive than they first appear. Estimated ranges by department:

  • Deck: $2,500 – $10,000+/month (deckhand to captain)
  • Interior: $2,500 – $9,000+/month (junior stew to chief stew or head chef)
  • Engineering: $4,000 – $12,000+/month (assistant to chief engineer)

Charter work adds gratuity income on top of salary — the industry standard is around 10–15% of the charter fee, split among crew. For busy charter vessels, this can add several thousand dollars per month during peak season.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most reliable way is to join a dedicated yachting job board like Meridian, where employers in Georgia post openings regularly. Additionally, you can try staying in dedicated yacht crew houses. Here, you benefit in twofold ways - 1. You build connections and learn from others experiences, and 2. You'll hear about job openings from other crew members. Besides, walking directly to the dock and offering daywork services is a great approach to getting a position on the yacht.

The busiest yachting cities in Georgia are usually coastal or waterfront locations with significant infrastructure for large vessels. To get job alerts from specific cities Georgia, try searching on Meridian filtered by location. Besides, a general search on Meridian will show you exactly where demand is highest right now.

The baseline for almost any crewed yacht position is STCW Basic Safety Training. Beyond that, experience and role-specific certifications matter. Chef, engineer, and officer roles where technical skill is non-negotiable are some examples.

Seasonal employment is usual and a great way to get started in the yachting niche. Vessel activity in Georgia peaks in certain months, and many owners hire temporary crew to fill positions ranging from interior staff to deckhands during those times.

As per current trends, the average annual salary for a yacht crew in Georgia is $30,000. When simply calculated, the sum is about $15.00 on an hourly basis. Something that you should keep in mind is that salary and other monetary benefits vary depending on many factors, such as the position, your experience, the number of days you'll work, the size of the vessel, etc. While entry-level deckhands can expect an average of $2,500-$3,500/month, senior roles like chef or chief mate can range from $5,000 to $10,000+, depending on various factors.

Crew demand is usually highest at chartering ports and refit facilities in Georgia. Since these locations are busy throughout the year, it makes sense to keep a lookout for job opportunities there all year long.

The process is simple: join Meridian, upload your CV. Our system will automatically create your profile. Once it's live, you can browse through the roles and positions in Georgia and apply with one click to any yacht job. Meridian puts your profile right in front of captains, private yacht owners, head of departments actively hiring for yacht crew members. Joining and applying through Meridian is completely free.

Why Use Meridian for Your Yacht Career?

Meridian has helped thousands of yacht owners, management companies, and recruiters find exceptional captains and crew for amazing yacht vacancies since Crew4Yachts was founded in 2006, continuing after its acquisition in 2020.

Beyond this, here are other reasons why you should use Meridian to jump-start your yacht career:

  • Fast hiring cycle: It takes less than 2 minutes to upload your CV so that hiring yacht owners, captains, and recruiters can search our platform to find, contact, shortlist, and hire you. 
  • Trusted by captains and recruiters globally: We have been in the game since 2006, constantly connecting owners and recruiters with competent captains. 
  • Easy-to-use yacht crew database: Our platform is user-friendly, making it the best choice for owners, captains, and recruiters. 
  • Meridian grows with you: Today, you may be looking for work; tomorrow, you may be looking for crew. Within your account, you can easily switch from crew to employer.

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