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In such a competitive landscape, it is crucial to stand out from the crowd.
One often overlooked aspect is the importance of your CV photo.
It may seem obvious, but recruiters will inevitably look at your photo first.
It is essential to make a positive impression by avoiding see-through t-shirts, posing, puckering, or funny faces.
Ensure that your hair is neatly combed, and most importantly, don a smile that exudes professionalism and warmth.
Another crucial aspect is organising your certificates and documents.
Sending a well-structured folder with all the necessary information will greatly impress recruiters.
A simple hack to accomplish this is to start utilising cloud storage for your certificates and professional documents.
Scan them as soon as you receive them and keep multiple copies.
Create a dedicated folder specifically for these documents, organising them in a logical order.
When creating or updating your Bluewater crew profile, upload all relevant and up-to-date certificates.
Hundreds of yachts have access to your profile, and if information is missing, that may be the reason you aren’t considered for a job.
Make sure scans are clear and easy to read for those accessing them.
Once you’re sure your profile is complete, visit our crew placement offices in Palma or Antibes, or you can send us an email, and we’d be happy to check it over.
Don’t forget to keep checking our live job board, more exciting opportunities are constantly added.
Building a solid professional profile is another step that can make a difference.
Although not standard practice, opening a LinkedIn account can be highly beneficial.
Connect with fellow yacht captains and crew members to gain insights into how they started their careers in the yachting industry.
Networking and learning from others’ experiences can provide valuable guidance and potentially open doors to new opportunities.
To increase your chances of landing coveted positions, it is crucial to expand your knowledge and skills.
While aspiring for bigger boat jobs, it is essential to understand that the 20-35m yacht segment comprises the most extensive fleet.
On vessels of this size, being an all-rounder is vital.
Are you interested in the deck route?
Consider practising skills such as throwing lines, mastering various knots, researching docking procedures, understanding the purpose of fenders, and familiarising yourself with nautical terminology, including cleats, fairleads, bowline, stern, and bow.
Online tutorials and seeking advice from fellow crew members, especially if you are staying in a crew house, can be valuable resources for honing these skills.
Are you interested in the interior?
Social media is your best friend!
Visit our Instagram page (@bluewatercrew) and follow your fellow yachties for inspiration on tablescapes and napkin folding to drink and event ideas. The industry continues to grow, and creativity has to evolve with it!
Patience is essential throughout your job search journey.
Focus on securing as many interviews as possible and view each interview as a valuable learning opportunity.
Ask critical questions to gain insight into the expectations of owners, the leadership style of the captain, the planned itinerary, available training opportunities, and how work performance is assessed over time.
Remember that finding the right job may take time, and while you may know some individuals who landed positions quickly, everyone’s journey is unique.
Keep persistently reaching out to people, knocking on doors, and remaining optimistic.
Your dedication and perseverance will eventually lead you to your desired destination in the yachting industry.
