About the Senior Master
The senior master onboard a yacht possesses in depth knowledge of superyacht management and safety, financial administration, private and commercial programs as well as navigational expertise in multiple cruising areas. This position requires a consistent record of longevity, excellent owner references and first-rate crew management resulting in low turnover. It is essential that all licenses and certificates are up-to-date and the latest requirements/newest technologies are fully understood. This role requires at least 10+ years of experience as a captain on yachts.
Job Responsibilities
- Ultimate safety for passengers, crew, environment and vessel
- Achieving owner's objectives
- Crew hiring and dismissal
- Personnel management
- Shipyard/project management
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Navigation
- Accounting
Required Skills
- Calm and charismatic personality
- Superior leadership, communication, management and diplomacy skills
- Excellent boat handling and navigational skills
- Excellent ISM and ISPS knowledge and practices
- Excellent maintenance, engineering and technical / troubleshooting experience
- Ability to remain calm and give directions in an emergency situation
- Organized and methodical
- Financial management
Salary Modifiers
Speaks multiple languages fluently
New build experience
Project Management certification or Management degree
Limited experience in intended cruising area
Lack of experience on a similar size vessel
