Summary
A fantastic opportunity to become part of an international sailing family on a recently purchased Crosera 75, a 23m ‘navetta’ style motor yacht designed for long distance cruising and extended stays on board.
The active Owners are seeking to establish a long term relationship with a Captain who will accompany them and their guests on their summer adventures around the Mediterranean from their base in Tuscany, Italy.
START DATE
April 2025
CONTRACT
MLC complaint seafarers employment contract. Full time.
SALARY PACKAGE
Competitive Salary based on the experience and skills of the candidates.
ABOUT THE YACHT
M/Y ‘Terry’ is a Crosera 75 built in 2014 in the historic shipyard, Cantiere Nautico Francesco Crosera in Venice, Italy. She has been set up for autonomy and long distance cruising in comfort.
She can accommodate 8 guests and 2 crew. The crew are located at the Stern of the vessel with separate access to the accommodation through a door to the side decks. The crew accommodation is very spacious for a 23m motor yacht, with it’s own bathroom, TVs and even a small kitchen.
The fantastic galley can also be accessed from the side decks through a separate side door for discreet movement around the vessel. There is also an extensive outdoor kitchen on the flybridge.
She is powered by two FPT 800 hp engines for cruising between 8 and 12 knots and a top speed of 16 knots. Two Kholer generators provide more than adequate power for the vessels systems. Other machinery includes, bow and stern thrusters, gyro stabiliser, yacht controller , watermaker and air con and heating throughout.
Terry is a custom yacht built to a very high standard.
OWNER PROFILE AND CRUISING STYLE
The Owners of ‘Terry’ are an international couple with two sons, currently 12 and 2. The family has lots of experience sailing the Mediterranean from their base in Tuscany, Italy, having previously owned a 16m motor yacht which they sailed extensively over 4 years without any crew assistance.
The Owners sail primarily from June through to September, with shorter weekend excursions taking place outside of this window when the weather and children’s schedules permit.
The Owners will be very much involved in the running the yacht themselves but are seeking an ‘additional member of the family’ to assist with the day to day management of the yacht so they can enjoy every moment of their stay on board. The family will enjoy water sports, excursions with the tender and wonderful fresh local cuisine as they cruise all over the Mediterranean. Each summer will be a new adventure, discovering new European Coastlines and Islands.
During the winter a schedule of works will be agreed with the Owner and it is expected that the Captain will be able perform the ‘standard’ winter maintenance and oversee any extraordinary works.
CREW REQUIREMENTS
· Yachtmaster Offshore (CE) Minimum
· STCW
· ENG1
· AEC 1&2 or excellent knowledge of yacht care and maintenance / engineering. Experience with maintaining vessels of a similar size
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Captain is in charge of running the vessel and keeping it in tip top condition. Listed below are all the expected duties.
OPERATIONAL DUTIES:
· Be responsible for sailing and navigation with the understanding that the owners will want to be involved with all aspects of running their own boat while on board
· Be responsible for the upkeep and operational safety of the yacht, preparation for going to sea, and operation of the vessel’s tender(s)
· All such other reasonable acts and things necessary to maintain the vessel as a first class cruising vessel
· Be responsible for compliance with all local and international laws affecting the Yacht and flag
· Be flexible to work in whatever locations the Yacht’s program dictates
· To carry out regular safety drills with crew and guests
· Be aware of damage limitation eg. if delivering the vessel without the owner on board, choose not to sail in poor weather conditions or cruise a higher than necessary speeds
· Ensure the welfare and comfort of all persons, guests and crew, on board
· Ensure security and limited access to the Yacht at all times
MAINTENANCE/ENGINEERING:
· Be responsible for the operational condition and safety of deck and engineering equipment of the vessel at all times.
· Ensure that the yacht manuals on board are followed with regard to an efficient scheduled maintenance program which is recorded clearly
· Manage and supervise yard personnel and outside contractors with regard to the Yacht
· Ensure the Yacht is kept immaculately clean and tidy both interior and exterior including below cabin soles and engine room by a regular programme of cleaning and polishing.
· Keep on top of minor repairs and upkeep below decks
YACHT REPORTS/ACCOUNTING:
· Clear and careful accounting is always important. A provisional annual budget should be set up with the owner taking into account any maintenance due / surveys / salaries / unexpected emergencies / crew costs / food / domestic etc…
· Manage a clear stream of communication with both owner/management company through regular reporting.