Captain Sailing Yacht

Category:
Deck Jobs
Position:
Captain
Salary:
5000 €/month + benefits
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
Start date:
ASAP
Job posted:
June 6, 2025
This job advert has been checked and approved by Yacrew.

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Captain on a private/charter sailing yacht with a crew of 4.

Itinerary: Cape Town / Caribbean / Mediterranean.

Start Date: ASAP

Catamaran Yacht Specs: 24m / 60 GT
Guest accommodation for up to 10 guests in 4 suites

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Overall in charge of the yacht and crew.
  • Responsible for navigation, safety, and legal compliance.
  • Manages guest experience and communicates with owners.
  • Oversees all departments (deck, interior, engine, etc.).
  • Handles budgeting, scheduling, and itinerary planning.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in the charter business
  • Knowledge of the Caribbean area and the Mediterranean.
  • Experienced in the following fields: Sail handling minimum 10 years, crew management and regulations, boat maintenance with skills in mechanics and electricity.
  • Hospitality experience.
  • Fluency in English is essential, with additional languages considered an advantage.
  • No visible tattoos
  • Non-smoker, sober habits

Certificates and Qualifications:

  • Minimum Captain 500 Gt Unlimited or Yacht Master Ocean Unlimited both commercially endorsed.
  • All certificates up to date, such as STCW , Radio license GMDSS and Eng 1 medical certificate up to date.

Work Experience Requirements:

All applicants must have previous experience in working on yachts matching the following requirements:

  • Yacht types:  sailing
  • Yacht uses:   charter
  • Experience length:  min 5 years

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language is required.