Captain Sailing Yacht

Category:
Deck Jobs
Position:
Captain
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
Start date:
ASAP
Job posted:
July 4, 2025

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

Itinerary: Cape Town / Caribbean / Mediterranean.

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 sizes:  < 24m, 24-29m or 30-39m
  • Yacht types:  sailing
  • Yacht uses:   charter
  • Experience length:  min 5 years

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

Certificates and Qualifications:

All applicants must hold a valid ENG1 certificate to be able to apply for this position.

A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate is required from all applicants. Please sign up for an STCW course and obtain the certificate if you don't have it yet.