Summary
We are looking for a Yacht Compliance Manager to join our Yacht Management team based in Fort Lauderdale.
As a 4-year old boutique Yacht Management company, we manage a fleet of yachts ranging from 24M to over 70M in length.
The Yacht Compliance Manager ideally has a background in yachting, either as Captain, Chief Officer or Chief Engineer, and is looking for a shore-based opportunity. The responsibilities for this position are outlined below and are centered around yacht compliance with ISM, and technical shipyard support. We are a dynamic, tech-forward team, all ex-yacht crew. The candidate should have excellent IT competence and be comfortable using a variety of software platforms. Software is the cornerstone to our culture and we are continually looking for new options to drive our suite of software forward.
Ideally the candidate will have the ISM Auditor and DPA/CSO certifications.
This is a hybrid office/remote work model.
The primary responsibilities for the Yacht Compliance Manager are:
· Provide a point of contact for Owner/Captain/Crew for 24/7 support. Regular communication with Owners & Captains is required to ensure total client satisfaction is upheld.
· New client setup, implementation of on-board documentation, standards & protocols.
· Implement vessel management software & Safety Management System on-board ISM/mini-ISM vessels and provide guidance to crew.
· Supervise upkeep of vessel certification & paperwork in liaison with Fleet Administrator, Captains & officers.
· Ensure Flag and Class requirements are met and upheld.
· Review regulatory updates and implement as needed into department procedures & documentation.
· Assist with preparation & conduct of company Flag State audits for compliance with regulations (ISM/ISPS/MLC).
· Perform regular audits of vessels software, and on board, to ensure compliance with ISM, ISPS, MLC & relevant regulations. Also to confirm safety & compliance systems are in place, including technical safety audit, and to inspect general condition.
· Visit yachts worldwide to perform on-board internal audits as required by regulations (ISM/ISPS/MLC).
· Assist with development and continual improvement of Elite’s internal procedures/software tools & vessel management software.
· Facilitate handovers between Captains & Heads of Department.
· Work closely with Yacht Account Manager regarding accounting & annual & monthly budgets.
· Work closely with Yacht Account Manager to ensure proper management & approval of invoices.
· Negotiate & control approvals for significant-cost projects in accordance with vessel’s Purchasing Authority.
· Provide technical consultancy support with vessel surveys & shipyard periods.
· Visit yachts and provide Vessel Visit Reports to owner on a regular basis.
· Ensure shipyard/marina agreements are reviewed by insurance.