Name: Luke .
Nationality: Australian
Position: Deckhand
Position details: Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Luke is a dedicated Australian Deckhand with a strong passion for yachting and a desire to grow within the industry. Based in Brisbane, Luke has experience on Sydney-based yachts including RASCAL, LEGACY, and CHAOS, where he supported a range of operational and guest-facing duties such as polishing, anchoring, washdowns, teak maintenance, and bilge cleaning. With certifications including STCW and Powerboat Level 2, and a background in retail management, Luke brings strong teamwork, time management, and a calm approach under pressure. His eagerness to learn and upbeat energy make him a promising addition to any deck team.
Name: Cass .
Nationality: Australian
Position: Chief steward/ess
Position details: Chief Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Cass began working in childcare at the age of 16 and nannying children from 5-17 years. She spent a little time as a personal assistant before finding herself yachting in the Mediterranean throughout summer. Once Cass landed in South Africa she crossed into Personal Training. Since then she has returned to the world of yachting, enjoying the opportunity to combine the skills she has acquired over the years.
Favourite Charter Destination: Whitsundays and Malta.
Favourite Yachting Experience: Beach picnics and themed events onboard are hands down the best times on charter yachts. Her favourite expereince on MISCHIEF so far would have to be the Superhero Party they hosted onboard for a teenage guest. All 14 crew and 9 guests wore full costumes for the day. The adults got as much enjoyment out of it as the kids (maybe more) with the party finishing at sunset with arm wrestling competitions between the guests and the crew. It was a day to remember!
Name: Harriet .
Nationality: British/Australian
Position: Masseuse
Position details: Massage Therapist / Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: I am a 26 year old originally from the UK, but have grown up most of my life in beautiful Australia. And if you grow up in Australia you are most likely introduced to the water at a very young age! And for me the open water and the freedom that yachting brings is what stems my passion. The sense of adventure and the camaraderie formed onboard are what make yachting so special! I cherish the connections I build with guests and crew alike, sharing laughter and creating lifelong memories.
Name: Jamie .
Nationality: New Zealand
Position: Stewardess
Position details: Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Jamie has been yachting for 4 years throughout the Med and Australia, enjoying a few smaller yachts before making her way to Mischief. Prior to that she worked in Hospitality management in New Zealand.
Favourite Charter Destination: Croatia
Favourite Yachting Experience: Jamie was lucky enough to do a charter in Western Aus, they were shown to a honey hole in Abrolhos Islands, 3 of them caught 28 crayfish in 10 minutes!
Name: Marin .
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Chief engineer
Position details: Chief Engineer
Languages: Not specified
Description: Marin is Mischiefs longest standing crew member having worked onboard for 8 years! He is a man of great knowledge and many a story, best heard in real life.
Favourite Charter Destination: Croatia! Shall we go?
Favourite Yachting Experience: A child at heart, Marin enjoys the remote locations and water sport activities. He has a very fond memory of a recent charter, heading off on the Jet ski with one of our young guests to zoom between the Islands, they spotted fish and bright blue starfish and spoke of their homes.
Name: Killian .
Nationality: Australian
Position: Engineer
Position details: Engineer
Languages: Not specified
Description: A professional tinkerer and certified Yachtie, Killa will fix it.
Favourite Charter Destination: Sicily, Syracuse
Favourite Yachting Experience: So far Killian hasn’t experienced anything that can top Sailing the Greek Islands.
Name: Matt .
Nationality: Australian
Position: Head Chef
Position details: Rotational Head Chef
Languages: Not specified
Description: Matt Dixon is an experienced Australian chef with a deep-rooted passion for delivering exceptional cuisine in high-pressure environments. With over a decade in the industry, Matt has led kitchens in award-winning restaurants and built a strong reputation across the superyacht sector. Most recently, he has worked as Head Chef aboard M/Y KOKOMO, managing busy charter seasons in Fiji and private summers in New Zealand. Known for his guest-facing style, he thrives in open galleys and has also consulted on galley design for new builds. His previous roles include M/Y THREE RIVERS, where he managed diverse dietary needs over extended charters, and numerous freelance chef positions across Australian waters and private residences. Matt’s approach is creative yet grounded, combining culinary innovation with calm professionalism and a strong focus on guest satisfaction.
Name: Aidan .
Nationality: British/Australian
Position: Chef
Position details: Rotational Chef
Languages: Not specified
Description: Aidan is a British-Australian chef with over a decade of experience in elite kitchens, including Quay, Bennelong, Firedoor, and Restaurant Martin Wishart in Edinburgh. Trained in both classical and contemporary cuisine, Aidan is skilled in wood-fire cooking, large-scale event catering, and intimate fine dining. Since entering the yachting sector, he has worked as Sous Chef aboard 37m MY LANCE, delivering exceptional menus for high-end events and private guests. His calm demeanor, artistic flair, and ability to adapt quickly to any culinary setting make him a valuable asset onboard.
Name: Toby .
Nationality: Australian
Position: Steward
Position details: Second Stew
Languages: Not specified
Description: Toby is an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Steward with strong experience across both private and charter yachts in Australia. With a background in hospitality, barista leadership, and luxury guest service, he brings a polished service style and excellent attention to detail to every role onboard. Toby is experienced in housekeeping, laundry, cabin detailing, cocktail service, table décor, and guest relations, while also assisting with deck operations including docking, wash-downs, and watersports setup.
Having worked on a range of vessels from 24m–54m, Toby is known for his positive attitude, professionalism, and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while delivering seamless guest experiences.
Favourite Charter Destination: Whitsundays
Hobbies: Swimming, travelling, coffee making, escape rooms & immersive guest experiences
Previous Yachts: M/Y Orraia, M/Y One World, M/Y Mischief, M/Y Legacy, M/Y Bluestone, M/Y Epiphany, M/Y Vivace
Name: Byron .
Nationality: New Zealand
Position: First Officer
Position details: Chief Officer
Languages: Not specified
Description: Byron joins us from New Zealand and has been working in the yachting industry for over 14 years. Yachting has brought him all over the world, cruising as far North as Alaska and as far South as Patagonia and all through the Pacific. Having a busy last few years working on completing his Master 3000.
In his spare time, Byron likes to explore new destinations in search of the best spots for surfing and kite surfing or jumping off a mountain with his paraglider whilst experiencing new cultures along the way.
Favourite Charter Destination: Byron’s favourite charter destination is the Pacific Islands, but to say one country would have to be Papua New Guinea, he was lucky enough to work on a vessel that liked to volunteer Crew expertise back in the community were needed. The best of both worlds some would say.
Name: Peter .
Nationality: Australian
Position: Captain
Position details: Captain
Languages: Not specified
Description: Captain Peter comes from Gympie, a small town on the east coast of Australia where he was involved in the local sailing club from a young age. In addition to sailing he is a keen surfer, scuba diver and qualified surf life-saver. Peter studied two degrees through university in Exercise Science and Education that led him to work as a Physical Education teacher for 5 years. However, his love of the ocean had him change the focus of his career, firstly as a boating instructor for Maritime Safety Queensland before joining the superyacht industry overseas.
For the past 16 years Peter has run many high-profile yachts such as Entourage, Flying Dragon, Mosaique and most recently Zeus. He lived on Mallorca with his wife and two children for the past eight years before the offer of working on Mischief brought him back to live on the Gold Coast.
Name: Shea .
Nationality: New Zealand
Position: Bosun
Position details: Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Shea is an experienced Bosun and Deckhand with a strong background in deck operations, yacht maintenance, tender driving, and guest-focused operations onboard both private and charter superyachts. Over the years, he has progressed into leadership roles, developing valuable team management skills while continuing to expand his technical knowledge across painting, fairing, fiberglass work, caulking, varnishing, and detailed yacht maintenance.
Having worked onboard vessels up to 112m, Shea is highly confident in large tender and chase boat operations, watersports, and high-profile guest operations. His experience also includes shipyard periods, team leadership, charter preparation, and dive instruction, making him a versatile and reliable crew member with a strong work ethic and a passion for the industry.
Favourite Charter Destination: Maldives
Hobbies: Diving, freediving, watersports, travel & boating
Previous Yachts: M/Y Champagne Seas, M/Y Renaissance, M/Y Lioness V, M/Y Bold, M/Y Silver Angel
Name: Liam .
Nationality: New Zealand
Position: Bosun
Position details: Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: With three years' experience in yachting, Liam built on a passion that originated from growing up around boats and the water. His previous background in real estate and property development has shaped his professional life, but a love for the ocean and maritime adventure has always been at the core. Lion is drawn to the destinations where there is good surf and the beer is cold.
Favourite Charter Destination: The South Pacific is a memorable destination for Liam. The combination of stunning islands, clear blue seas, and the sheer vastness of the region created an unforgettable adventure. The beauty of the South Pacific, along with its sense of remoteness, made it an experience like no other.
Favourite Yachting Experience: His favourite yachting experience was taking charter guests diving and spearfishing in the untouched waters of Papua New Guinea, exploring vibrant reefs and remote locations.
Name: Erin .
Nationality: Australian
Position: Stewardess
Position details: Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Erin is 26 years, growing up in beautiful Australia. The open water and the freedom that yachting brings is what stems her passion. The sense of adventure and the camaraderie formed onboard are what make yachting so special! She cherish the connections built with guests and crew alike, sharing laughter and creating lifelong memories.
Favourite Charter Destination: Whitsundays
Hobbies: Pilates, beach hopping, yoga
Previous Yachts: M/Y Rascal, M/Y Legacy, M/Y Chaos, M/Y Bluestone
Luke . — Deckhand (Australian)
Luke is a dedicated Australian Deckhand with a strong passion for yachting and a desire to grow within the industry. Based in Brisbane, Luke has experience on Sydney-based yachts including RASCAL, LEGACY, and CHAOS, where he supported a range of operational and guest-facing duties such as polishing, anchoring, washdowns, teak maintenance, and bilge cleaning. With certifications including STCW and Powerboat Level 2, and a background in retail management, Luke brings strong teamwork, time management, and a calm approach under pressure. His eagerness to learn and upbeat energy make him a promising addition to any deck team.
Cass . — Chief steward/ess (Australian)
Cass began working in childcare at the age of 16 and nannying children from 5-17 years. She spent a little time as a personal assistant before finding herself yachting in the Mediterranean throughout summer. Once Cass landed in South Africa she crossed into Personal Training. Since then she has returned to the world of yachting, enjoying the opportunity to combine the skills she has acquired over the years.
Favourite Charter Destination: Whitsundays and Malta.
Favourite Yachting Experience: Beach picnics and themed events onboard are hands down the best times on charter yachts. Her favourite expereince on MISCHIEF so far would have to be the Superhero Party they hosted onboard for a teenage guest. All 14 crew and 9 guests wore full costumes for the day. The adults got as much enjoyment out of it as the kids (maybe more) with the party finishing at sunset with arm wrestling competitions between the guests and the crew. It was a day to remember!
Harriet . — Masseuse (British/Australian)
I am a 26 year old originally from the UK, but have grown up most of my life in beautiful Australia. And if you grow up in Australia you are most likely introduced to the water at a very young age! And for me the open water and the freedom that yachting brings is what stems my passion. The sense of adventure and the camaraderie formed onboard are what make yachting so special! I cherish the connections I build with guests and crew alike, sharing laughter and creating lifelong memories.
Jamie . — Stewardess (New Zealand)
Jamie has been yachting for 4 years throughout the Med and Australia, enjoying a few smaller yachts before making her way to Mischief. Prior to that she worked in Hospitality management in New Zealand.
Favourite Charter Destination: Croatia
Favourite Yachting Experience: Jamie was lucky enough to do a charter in Western Aus, they were shown to a honey hole in Abrolhos Islands, 3 of them caught 28 crayfish in 10 minutes!
Marin . — Chief engineer (Croatian)
Marin is Mischiefs longest standing crew member having worked onboard for 8 years! He is a man of great knowledge and many a story, best heard in real life.
Favourite Charter Destination: Croatia! Shall we go?
Favourite Yachting Experience: A child at heart, Marin enjoys the remote locations and water sport activities. He has a very fond memory of a recent charter, heading off on the Jet ski with one of our young guests to zoom between the Islands, they spotted fish and bright blue starfish and spoke of their homes.
Killian . — Engineer (Australian)
A professional tinkerer and certified Yachtie, Killa will fix it.
Favourite Charter Destination: Sicily, Syracuse
Favourite Yachting Experience: So far Killian hasn’t experienced anything that can top Sailing the Greek Islands.
Matt . — Head Chef (Australian)
Matt Dixon is an experienced Australian chef with a deep-rooted passion for delivering exceptional cuisine in high-pressure environments. With over a decade in the industry, Matt has led kitchens in award-winning restaurants and built a strong reputation across the superyacht sector. Most recently, he has worked as Head Chef aboard M/Y KOKOMO, managing busy charter seasons in Fiji and private summers in New Zealand. Known for his guest-facing style, he thrives in open galleys and has also consulted on galley design for new builds. His previous roles include M/Y THREE RIVERS, where he managed diverse dietary needs over extended charters, and numerous freelance chef positions across Australian waters and private residences. Matt’s approach is creative yet grounded, combining culinary innovation with calm professionalism and a strong focus on guest satisfaction.
Aidan . — Chef (British/Australian)
Aidan is a British-Australian chef with over a decade of experience in elite kitchens, including Quay, Bennelong, Firedoor, and Restaurant Martin Wishart in Edinburgh. Trained in both classical and contemporary cuisine, Aidan is skilled in wood-fire cooking, large-scale event catering, and intimate fine dining. Since entering the yachting sector, he has worked as Sous Chef aboard 37m MY LANCE, delivering exceptional menus for high-end events and private guests. His calm demeanor, artistic flair, and ability to adapt quickly to any culinary setting make him a valuable asset onboard.
Toby . — Steward (Australian)
Toby is an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Steward with strong experience across both private and charter yachts in Australia. With a background in hospitality, barista leadership, and luxury guest service, he brings a polished service style and excellent attention to detail to every role onboard. Toby is experienced in housekeeping, laundry, cabin detailing, cocktail service, table décor, and guest relations, while also assisting with deck operations including docking, wash-downs, and watersports setup.
Having worked on a range of vessels from 24m–54m, Toby is known for his positive attitude, professionalism, and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while delivering seamless guest experiences.
Favourite Charter Destination: Whitsundays
Hobbies: Swimming, travelling, coffee making, escape rooms & immersive guest experiences
Previous Yachts: M/Y Orraia, M/Y One World, M/Y Mischief, M/Y Legacy, M/Y Bluestone, M/Y Epiphany, M/Y Vivace
Byron . — First Officer (New Zealand)
Byron joins us from New Zealand and has been working in the yachting industry for over 14 years. Yachting has brought him all over the world, cruising as far North as Alaska and as far South as Patagonia and all through the Pacific. Having a busy last few years working on completing his Master 3000.
In his spare time, Byron likes to explore new destinations in search of the best spots for surfing and kite surfing or jumping off a mountain with his paraglider whilst experiencing new cultures along the way.
Favourite Charter Destination: Byron’s favourite charter destination is the Pacific Islands, but to say one country would have to be Papua New Guinea, he was lucky enough to work on a vessel that liked to volunteer Crew expertise back in the community were needed. The best of both worlds some would say.
Peter . — Captain (Australian)
Captain Peter comes from Gympie, a small town on the east coast of Australia where he was involved in the local sailing club from a young age. In addition to sailing he is a keen surfer, scuba diver and qualified surf life-saver. Peter studied two degrees through university in Exercise Science and Education that led him to work as a Physical Education teacher for 5 years. However, his love of the ocean had him change the focus of his career, firstly as a boating instructor for Maritime Safety Queensland before joining the superyacht industry overseas.
For the past 16 years Peter has run many high-profile yachts such as Entourage, Flying Dragon, Mosaique and most recently Zeus. He lived on Mallorca with his wife and two children for the past eight years before the offer of working on Mischief brought him back to live on the Gold Coast.
Shea . — Bosun (New Zealand)
Shea is an experienced Bosun and Deckhand with a strong background in deck operations, yacht maintenance, tender driving, and guest-focused operations onboard both private and charter superyachts. Over the years, he has progressed into leadership roles, developing valuable team management skills while continuing to expand his technical knowledge across painting, fairing, fiberglass work, caulking, varnishing, and detailed yacht maintenance.
Having worked onboard vessels up to 112m, Shea is highly confident in large tender and chase boat operations, watersports, and high-profile guest operations. His experience also includes shipyard periods, team leadership, charter preparation, and dive instruction, making him a versatile and reliable crew member with a strong work ethic and a passion for the industry.
Favourite Charter Destination: Maldives
Hobbies: Diving, freediving, watersports, travel & boating
Previous Yachts: M/Y Champagne Seas, M/Y Renaissance, M/Y Lioness V, M/Y Bold, M/Y Silver Angel
Liam . — Bosun (New Zealand)
With three years' experience in yachting, Liam built on a passion that originated from growing up around boats and the water. His previous background in real estate and property development has shaped his professional life, but a love for the ocean and maritime adventure has always been at the core. Lion is drawn to the destinations where there is good surf and the beer is cold.
Favourite Charter Destination: The South Pacific is a memorable destination for Liam. The combination of stunning islands, clear blue seas, and the sheer vastness of the region created an unforgettable adventure. The beauty of the South Pacific, along with its sense of remoteness, made it an experience like no other.
Favourite Yachting Experience: His favourite yachting experience was taking charter guests diving and spearfishing in the untouched waters of Papua New Guinea, exploring vibrant reefs and remote locations.
Erin . — Stewardess (Australian)
Erin is 26 years, growing up in beautiful Australia. The open water and the freedom that yachting brings is what stems her passion. The sense of adventure and the camaraderie formed onboard are what make yachting so special! She cherish the connections built with guests and crew alike, sharing laughter and creating lifelong memories.
Favourite Charter Destination: Whitsundays
Hobbies: Pilates, beach hopping, yoga
Previous Yachts: M/Y Rascal, M/Y Legacy, M/Y Chaos, M/Y Bluestone
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