Summary
Job Advertisement: Captain – 40m Private Motor Yacht (Fort Lauderdale-Based)
We are seeking an experienced and professional Captain for a 40-meter foreign-flagged private motor yacht permanently based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
This is an ideal role for a captain looking to achieve a strong work-life balance while maintaining a hands-on leadership position. The yacht is privately owned, with the owner residing locally and visiting the vessel regularly. However, the yacht rarely leaves the dock, making this a primarily shore-based opportunity.
A fleet captain will oversee the initial handover and onboarding process but will have limited involvement thereafter, allowing the vessel’s full-time captain autonomy in day-to-day operations.
We are also open to couples, with flexibility to accommodate a suitable partner in another onboard position.
Position Details:
- Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (live-ashore or live-aboard options available)
- Vessel: 40m private motor yacht (foreign-flagged)
- Crew: 5–6
- Contract: permanent
- Benefits: Competitive salary, medical coverage
- Start Date: Within the next couple of days
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the safe and efficient management of the yacht
- Act as point of contact for the owner and represent the vessel with professionalism
- Lead and manage the crew onboard
- Handle project management for maintenance and refits
- Maintain budget oversight and cost control
Ideal Candidate:
- Holds appropriate qualifications for a 40m foreign-flagged yacht
- Proven experience managing a crew and running a motor yacht
- Strong background in project oversight and financial budgeting
- Professional, personable, and highly organized
- Well-suited for a lifestyle with minimal travel demands
- Comfortable working in coordination with fleet management during transition
If you are a confident leader who takes pride in maintaining a high-standard vessel and are seeking a stable, land-based position with an excellent quality of life, we’d love to hear from you.