Yacht Master Instructor

Category:
Shore Based Jobs
Positions:
Captain, Maritime / Technical
Salary:
Competitive
Location:
Vassiliki
Job posted:
February 28, 2019
This job advert has been checked and approved by Yacrew.

Company Overview:

Alpine/Ocean Elements Ltd is a medium sized tour operator specialising in ski and summer beach & alpine activity holidays operating throughout France, Greece and Austria, our sister company iGO SKi offer a flexible package to customers with short ski breaks. We employ up to 400 overseas seasonal staff, in addition to a permanent head office team working all year round to deliver the best product for our clients and support for our employees.

Job Description:

Working as a Yacht Master Instructor for Ocean Elements, you will have a passion and enthusiasm for all things water based! As an experienced Skipper and instructor, you will manage your time effectively to ensure all customers receive the attention to detail we are known for. You will also work closely with your flotilla skipper ensuring those learning a new skill to use the following week with the flotilla are trained to RYA standards. Meanwhile helping make sure that guests are always having a great time. You will be happy living in close quarters, will not get seasick and possess a strong knowledge of Yacht engine maintenance and general boat maintenance.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

  • Be responsible for the welfare and safe keeping of guests, as well as your team.
  • Be central point of contact & knowledge for the guests, representing the company in a professional, cordial and helpful manner.
  • Interacting with all guests in a professional yet relaxed fashion both during the day and evening
  • Conduct morning briefings, safety and orientation briefings prior to going afloat.
  • Represent the company in a professional, well presented manner at all times and in compliance with the company uniform policy
  • Plan, organise & provide an engaging, inclusive and exciting range of activities.
  • Follow out routine maintenance checks on all equipment.
  • Carry out maintenance and general boat repairs as required

To come join us in Greece this summer you must be 18 or over before the season commences.

To qualify as a UK posted worker we require proof of the following –

  • UK/EU passport
  • UK National insurance number
  • UK Bank account
  • UK Address

Sales

  • Promoting other in-resort sales (tuition, merchandise)
  • Promoting Vassiliki hotel visits for kit rentals and private tuition

Customer Focus

  • Be central point of contact & knowledge, representing the company in a professional, cordial and helpful manner.
  • Tailor packages according to potential customer’s needs and requirements.
  • Interacting with all guests in a professional yet relaxed fashion
  • Attending evening social events e.g. Welcome Meal and Farewell evening Meal

Operational

  • Check weather forecasts and routes to ensure safety remains the highest priority for our guests.
  • Routine maintenance checks on all equipment and completion of maintenance records.
  • Run evening social events.
  • Carrying out first aid and completing accident forms as necessary
  • Assisting other departments as per operational needs
  • Liaise with Land Based, Operational Manager and / or Boat Yard

Personal Qualities

  • Ability to work to challenging and often changing deadlines
  • Hold relevant Yacht Master Instructor qualifications
  • Strong social/People skills/Cheerful/Outgoing
  • Motivated/Passionate / Enthusiastic
  • Ability to work alone and as part of a team
  • Ability to cope under pressure
  • Willingness to work hard / long hours
  • Adaptable / Flexible Attitude
  • Honest and Trustworthy
  • Professional and Reliable

Skills & Ability

  • Coastal Yacht Master
  • Customer Service
  • Communication Skills
  • Problem Solving & Complaint Handling
  • Planning / Organisational
  • Literate/Numerate
  • Spoken English to Conversational Level

Experience

  • Relevant / Transferable Work Experience
  • Proof of appropriate qualifications
  • Secure Cash Handling Experience
  • Seasonal overseas experience gained within Beach or Yacht Charter Business (HD)

Competitive seasonal salary and package
Season mid-June – mid September

We aim to view applications and respond via email within 7-10 working days, if you have any questions please not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Work Experience Requirements:

All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Yacht or a Cruise Ship.

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

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