Yacht Manager

Due to company expansion, we are currently working with an established Yacht Management Company searching for a Yacht Manager to join their team in the UK (This can be Kent or Southampton depending on candidate preference).

The main objectives of the Yacht Manager are to provide support and an efficient and proactive management service to the Owners, Owners representatives and Captains for their assigned vessels.

Key responsibilities of the role are varied and can include the preparation of annual budgets, working closely with the Captains and Engineers in ensuring the yachts maintenance is managed, organising annual dry dockings, monitoring the yachts certification, budgeting, ensuring that vessels adhere to class and flag requirements. It will be your responsibility to ensure that work is completed on time, within budget and kept to company standards. You will also enjoy regular travel to the yachts to conduct inspections and visits.

Candidate minimum requirements.

• 3 years’ experience in the Maritime industry, Yachting experience is preferred but Commercial shipping candidates will be seriously considered.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Good commercial knowledge and negotiating ability
• Excellent decision-making ability
• Knowledge of class regulations
• Willingness and ability to look after Owners interests
• Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously
• Well presented
• Fluent English language skills (written and spoken) and Computer Literacy
• Strong attention to detail, report writing
• Willing and able to travel frequently

Desired:

• Experience sailing as senior deck officer in the Superyacht sector
• Strong knowledge of relevant Flag State – specific Policies and Guidance affecting Yacht Operations.
• Experience as a Naval Architect or Flag/Class Surveys
• Up-to-date knowledge of maritime legislation including marine insurance
• Strong knowledge of ISM, ISM/ISPS auditor experience and or qualification – this is not a minimum requirement as you will work closely alongside a separate compliance team.
• Project Management experience in the Superyacht sector, refits, new builds, dry docks

This position offers the successful candidate the opportunity to work ashore with a leading company, enjoy an attractive package and travel. Candidates must possess the existing right to live and work in the UK. No sponsorship will be offered as part of this position. This is an office-based position in England when not travelling and is not offered as a remote position.

Generous salary dependant on experience.

To apply, please contact Joeleen Rowe.

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