Summary
We are looking for experienced Yacht Manager for a private owner's office based in Dubai.
Nationality: EU or UK (for easy travel)
Experience: 5+ years as a yacht manager
Location: Dubai, UAE (Relocation – flexible to travel between the yacht Fleet)
Salary: USD 13,000 – USD 15,000 doe
Availability: As soon as possible
JD – Yacht Manager
We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join as a Yacht Manager. As a Yacht Manager, you will be responsible for managing a fleet of yachts, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and delivering the highest standard of excellence in yacht management services to the owner.
Your experience:
- Proven experience in yacht management.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and safety management systems (SMS)
- Experience managing yacht compliance with Flag State, Class Society, and statutory regulations.
- Ability to manage the principle and liaise with captains, crew, and other stakeholders.
- Strong organizational, negotiation and communication skills.
- Experience with commercial opportunities such as refits or engineering maintenance, vendor management.
- Prior experience with safety management, audits, and certifications is a plus.
Key responsibilities:
- Coordinate the yacht management services for the portfolio of yachts.
- Act as the lead point of contact for all owner’s matters.
- Ensure compliance with company safety management systems, statutory certifications, and crew documentation.
- Identify commercial opportunities such as refits or new yacht acquisitions.
- Engage with owner, captains, and crew to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
- Participate in emergency response, crew disputes and safety management as per company procedures.
- Manage financial, operational reporting for yachts and act as an advisor for the owner about best practices according to Maritime Law.
