A Junior Yacht Captain should have an up-to-date permit/license and all certificates necessary for the position.
He/she may have limited experience as a captain but should have knowledge/skills of yacht management, safety and financial administration.
The position requires at least three years of experience in yachting and certain engineering knowledge/mechanical aptitude.
Job responsibilities of a Yacht Junior Captain
- Achievement of the owner’s objectives
- Crew hiring and dismissal
- Ensuring safety for passengers, crew, environment and vessel
- Management of personnel aboard the yacht
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Ensuring yacht navigation
- Management of accounting and monitoring of accounts
Skills required from a Yacht Junior Captain
- Calm and charismatic personality
- Superior leadership, communication, management and diplomacy skills
- Excellent knowledge of the vessel and navigation skills
- Excellent knowledge and hands-on experience in ISM and ISPS
- Knowledge/skills in maintenance, engineering and technical experience of troubleshooting
- Ability to give instructions in emergencies
- Organised and methodical personality
