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The Crew Network Italy

Captain in United States

Start date : 20th July 2025

Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 Certified Recruitment Agency

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Position Captain

Vessel/Shorebased Type 42m (138ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Number of Crew 8

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 10+ years

Posted 8th Jul 2025

Job ID #2880131

Summary

JOB ID: 1608323

We are currently recruiting a Captain for a 42 meter MY(2013 build / 2023 refit), with a strong Owner and program behind it.

CURRENT LOCATION: United States

START DATE:

Within the next 3 weeks – ideally available to assist with pre-delivery matters and Atlantic crossing planning.

ITINERARY:

  • Yacht closing in July (currently under purchase)
  • Will cross to the Mediterranean immediately after going through Greenland-Iceland-Scotland-Gibraltar
  • Planned stay in the Med for at least 12 to 18 months
  • Likely winter base between South of France and Italy
  • Use will be a combination of private and charter

YACHT SPECS:

  • Cayman Island Flag
  • 8 Crew 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master 500/3000GT license (mandatory)
  • English mother tongue
  • Previous proven Captain experience on similar-sized yachts
  • Crossing Experience
  • Strong charter background: itinerary planning, guest service, fiscal awareness
  • Excellent technical and operational knowledge
  • Strong leadership skills and team-oriented mindset
  • High emotional intelligence, trusted presence on board
  • Long-term attitude and relationship-oriented approach

THE RIGHT FIT:

This is a hands on and trust based role, reporting directly to a new Owner with a keen technical eye and a collaborative, down to earth attitude. The Captain will be expected to lead a tight knit crew, maintain high operational standards, and help establish a successful, flexible Med based program balancing private use and select charter activity.

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • Schengen (or EU Resident)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • Drivers License
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA CoC Master <500gt / Class 5
  • MCA CoC Master <3000gt / Class 4

Location

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  • Destination Baltic Sea (Mediterranean )
  • Current Location United States

About The Crew Network Italy

Via Coppino 435 55049 Viareggio (Lucca) Italy [ view on map ]

Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 Certified Recruitment Agency

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  • Starting 20th Jul 2025
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