Finding superyacht roles in Vancouver
Training, entry rules and pay figures for yacht crew in Vancouver. Jobs in the area are listed above.
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STCW Advanced Fire Fighting at JIBC
The Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) runs STCW-MED Advanced Fire Fighting on its Maple Ridge campus. The course is based on Transport Canada TP 4957, Chapter 16, and the STCW Convention. Candidates must be at least 15 years old and hold a valid seafarer's medical certificate. They must also complete Fatigue Management at Sea before the course. Fees: CAD 1,822.48 domestic, CAD 5,467.44 international.
Reporting to the CBSA
The Canada Border Services Agency says only the operator may leave a boat to place the reporting call, and everyone else stays onboard until the CBSA authorizes entry. Foreign nationals must carry proper identification and a valid visa if necessary. Check the rules for your passport.
Foreign vessels and work permits
Transport Canada says there are immigration requirements for the crew of all foreign vessels performing coasting trade in Canada. Even where no coasting trade licence is needed, a work permit can still be mandatory. Check the rules for your passport.
Pay by role and yacht size
| Role | 45 to 50 m | 70 m and over |
|---|---|---|
| Captain | EUR 9,000 to 12,000 | EUR 15,000+ |
| First Officer | EUR 4,500 to 6,000 | EUR 7,000+ |
| 2nd Mate / Bosun | EUR 3,200 to 4,000 | EUR 5,000+ |
| Deckhand | EUR 2,800 to 3,500 | EUR 3,000+ |
| Chief Engineer | EUR 7,000 to 9,500 | EUR 8,500+ |
| Chef | EUR 5,500 to 6,500 | EUR 8,000+ |
| Chief Steward(ess) / Purser | EUR 2,800 to 4,000 | EUR 3,000+ |
| Steward(ess) | EUR 2,200 to 2,500 | EUR 2,200 to 2,500 |
UKSA salary guide 2025, in EUR. The guide does not state the pay period and is not specific to Vancouver.
Sources. Checked 8 November 2026.
- Coal Harbour Marina: guest moorage
- Coal Harbour Marina: contact
- Bayshore West Marina
- Pacific Pilotage Authority: pleasure craft waiver guidelines, November 2024
- General Pilotage Regulations (SOR/2000-132), Pacific region
- CBSA: private boats
- Transport Canada: coasting trade guidance library
- JIBC: STCW-MED Advanced Fire Fighting
- Vancouver Boat Show
- Environment and Climate Change Canada: climate normals, Vancouver Int'l A
- UKSA annual superyacht salary guide 2025
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