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We are currently looking for a captain and chief stewardess couple for a 46 meter private/charter yacht(395GT). The yacht has been undergoing an extensive refit since August 8, 2023, and delivery to the owner is now anticipated for early June 2025.
Overview & Rotation Plan The plan is for the incoming captain to join me during the final phase of the shipyard period under a temporary contract, which will end upon completion of the refit, just prior to delivery (Aiming for June). The permanent rotational contractstarting in sync with the chief stewardesswill begin after the first owners trip. We are now preparing for a summer cruising season along the northeast coast of the U.S.
Yacht Details
Vessel:Palmer Johnson 6 meters
Engines:MTU M90 4000 Series, 16V 3,650HP (Total: 5,440 kW)
Refit:Paint job, new teak decks, deck layout modifications, interior design upgrades, bridge and AV/IT upgrades
Location:Savannah, GA
Crew:Operates with 16 crew total, 9 onboard at a time. Heads of department receive 170 days leave/year; other crew, 120 days/year
Seasonal Plan:Dual season, operating on both sides of the Atlantic. The vessel will cross on its own bottom and will be commercially registered for charter, aiming to become a top-tier charter boat
Dayworker budget available during shipyard period
Position Details
Captain (Rotational)
Temporary Contract:$11,000$12,000/month DOE, starting ASAP until end of refit
Permanent Contract:$10,000$11,000/month over 12 months, starting after first owners trip
Leave:
Temporary: 120 days/year (2 months on / 1 month off)
Permanent: 170 days/year (10 weeks on / 10 weeks off; travel days counted as working days)
Annual bonus:Discretionary, based on performance
Chief Stewardess (Rotational)
Permanent Contract:$6,000/month over 12 months, DOE
Leave:170 days/year (10 weeks on / 10 weeks off)
Annual bonus:Discretionary, based on performance
Candidate Profile
Captain
Master 500GT license (minimum), valid and up to date
Strong engineering knowledge and hands-on skills
Minimum 5 years experience on similar-sized vessels
Charter experience required
Familiar with mini ISM systems
Proficient in using SeaHub, Manage My Vessel, and Voly, or familiar with similar platforms
Solid administrative abilities
Must be willing to run a dry boat (no alcohol on board)
Chief Stewardess
Food & Hygiene Level 2 certification (mandatory)
Experience on vessels of similar size
Charter or fast-paced private vessel experience
Must be creative (decoration) and enjoy entertaining the guests
Strong computer and administrative skills
Must be organized, calm, clean, focused, friendly, and sober
B1/B2 visa preferred (US foreigner)
All certificates and medical (ENG1) up to date
No alcohol or illegal substances allowed on board; crew must never be under the influence while on board.
Point of contact is [email protected]

CHASE BOAT CAPTAIN REQUIRED

35ft Seawalker Fiart Chase Tender
Mid April start date
Seasonal position until Mid November
Yachtmaster required
Minimum of 1 years experience in a similar role
Chase boat to a 35m Sunseeker
Very busy charter yacht operating out of the Adriatic
Salary - 4500 plus an end of season bonus and charter tips
Great Swiss owners
Multinational crew led by a Croatian captain
Due to the cabin configuration on the chase boat, only female candidates will be considered.

The point of contact for this position is [email protected]

Captain required

Brand new 2025 100ft Sunreef - POWER
May start date
The yacht is due to be delivered end of June
Privately owned - owner usage approx 5 weeks this summer
The yacht will be cruising Spain & SOF this summer
Winter 2025/6 - TBC - possibly Italy
Permanent position
Salary - 6000 euros
Master 200gt license required
2 years captain experience and excellent references essential
All crew required so possibility of hiring a great team
The point of contact for this position is [email protected]

55 meter private/charter yacht is looking for an experienced charter Captain with longevity.
The yacht is currently in South Florida and will be crossing to the Med for the summer charter season. After the season, the yacht will go into the shipyard from October -March. Generally dual season, FL/Bahamas/Caribbean/Med.
Were after someone forward-thinking, proactive, commercially minded, and with a real head for leadership.
10:10 rotation.
Must have B1/B2 in hand and be fluent in English.
Point of contact is [email protected]

CAPTAIN for 50m Foreign flagged program-- heavily chartered

**** NO US, SA, ZIMBABWEAN Captains due to insurance****
- Currently in LMC Splash in April, cross to Med in May-
**Current Captain here to do a handover**

*** MUST HAVE OF LOTS OF CHARTER EXPERIENCE on 40m+ ***
Ideal candidate will be*EXPERIENCED * MATURE* PROFESSIONAL*
*Able to hit the ground running* Positive healthy attitude *Willing to take AND pass drug test*
REQUIREMENTS:
*PROFESSIONAL CREW ONLY TO BE CONSIDERED*
*Master 1600 ton
*MINIMUM 5 years on board fulltime, 3+ years as Captain on similar size vessels
*ENG1-- current
*STCW-- current
*VALID *in hand* B1/B2 visas (if req)
*VALID *in hand* Schengen visa (if req)
- This is a MANAGED vessel-
COMPENSATION:
Salary- $15k-$17k month
60 days paid leave
FULL Medical
Business Flights included
!! Captain can bring crew with them to fill up open positions !!

Contact: Carolyn Dobbs
[email protected]

Captain Required
25m Oyster
April start date
Full time position
Private & charter yacht
Summer 2025 - Will be Med based, most likely around the Balearics
3 crew
Salary - DOE

The point of contact for this position is [email protected]

Seeking an experienced and well presented Captain for a foreign flagged 40m established, reputable charter program.

ASAP start in South FL - leaving for St. Thomas mid April, for a charter beginning on April 25th.
If the right permanent fit hasn't been found in time to depart for the charter, they'll open it up to freelance candidates while continuing to look for someone permanent.

Yacht has just splashed after a shipyard period and the outgoing Captain will stay on for handover.

Upcoming itinerary: South FL/Bahamas/Caribbean
7 Crew / Up to 12 Guests

Requirements:
500 ton minimum
Previous charter experience onsimilar sized programswith positive references
English as a first language

Looking for someone who can jump in and hit the ground running as this is an active charter yacht with bookings through July/August. Owner usage is infrequent and the plan is to keep the focus on this being a charter program, however the owner is looking for a Captain to establish a long term relationship with.
Owner and management are happy to offer rotation if desired by the incoming Captain.

Starting salary $14,000-17,000 DOE
Current leave package for full-time Captain is 60 days

Point of contact: Sarah Parr
Additional confirmations of interest may be emailed directly to [email protected]

Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Mediterranean
Experienced tender captain required for this 12m tender following a fleet of yachts. More info to follow.
REQUIREMENTS
YM
Female due to cabin arrangements
Must have exp from 10m+ tenders
STCW95
ENG1
PACKAGE
Salary/leave: EUR DOE
Flights
Medical cover

Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Mediterranean Sea
We are looking for an experienced Chase boat captain for this 16m private MY; candidates applying must have at least two years experience in boat handling, ideally chase boat not just tenders. Have maintenance and captain experience of small craft. Must be able to be independent and plan/execute long passages around the Med with a deckhand.
REQUIREMENTS
STCW95
ENG1
YM Offshore
AEC or some engine course advantageous
Radio operators licence as minimum but RYA diesel engine maintenance also a benefit.
Proven longevity and good references
PACKAGE
Salary: 4500-5000 EUR DOE
Flights
Medical cover

Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Mediterranean Sea
Experienced large yacht captain required for this 100m+ MY. Candidates applying must have a minimum of three years as operational captain on 90m+ MY. The first six months will be offered as a permanent role before starting the rotation. Some leave may be possible in the first six months too. More information to follow at interview stage.
REQUIREMENTS
Master Unlimited
3 years+ operational experience on 90m+ MY
PACKAGE
First six months as a permanent role followed by 10 weeks on / 10 weeks off
Premium salary: EUR DOE

We are always looking for Captains so please feel free to send us your CV along with the required documentation from our check list and we will keep you on file for any suitable future opportunities. In the meantime please follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook to see our job posts.

Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Middle East - Mediterranean Sea
We are looking for a Captain with at least a good 5 years experience as captain on a similar size with proven longevity. More info to follow at interview stage.
REQUIREMENTS
Master 3000
STCW95
ENG1
5yrs as Captain on 50m
Proven longevity
PACKAGE
Salary: 14000 EUR DOE
Time for time (10 weeks)
Flights
Medical cover

Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Mediterranean summer
We are looking for an experienced and active Captain with proven longevity for this great opportunity with a few interesting things in the pipeline. The yacht runs with a crew of six and will be located in Saudi for the winter and Mediterranean for summer, generally doing 4/5 trips per season. Great family, looking for a candidate who will demonstrate a long-term commitment and is watersports oriented, particularly fishing.
REQUIREMENTS
Master 500GT CoC
STCW95
ENG1
PACKAGE
Salary: 7500 EUR
Rotation: 10 weeks on/10 weeks off
Flights
Medical cover

Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Mediterranean
Experienced Captain required for a 25m MY Sports fishing yacht. Professional fishing crew will be on board when doing fishing trips so this experienced is not required. Following a fleet of yachts. More info to follow at interview stage.
REQUIREMENTS
Female due to cabin arrangements
Master 200T
STCW95
ENG1
PACKAGE
Salary: EUR DOE
60 days leave
Flights
Medical cover