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Position Captain

Vessel/Shorebased Type 27m (89ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Yacht Built Azimut

Number of Crew 4

Position Type Seasonal

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Posted 23rd Jul 2025

Job ID #2897052

Summary

We are pleased to offer you the position of Captain aboard the Azimut Grande 27 Metri, a privately owned 27-meter motor yacht operated exclusively for private family cruising along the Portuguese coastline.

You will be joining an existing crew of three (Chief Stew/Cook, Deckhand/Engineer, and First Mate), forming a professional team of four for the summer operation.

???? YACHT OVERVIEW

  • Model: Azimut Grande 27 Metri
  • Length overall: 26.78 meters (87’ 10”)
  • Engines: 2 × MAN V12 – 1900 hp
  • Cruising speed: 24 knots
  • Maximum speed: 28 knots
  • Construction: GRP + Carbon Fiber
  • Certifications: CE Category A; NMMA
  • Guest Accommodation: 4 or 5 cabins + crew quarters
  • Designers: Exterior by Stefano Righini, Interior by Achille Salvagni

???? ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Full responsibility for vessel navigation, maneuvering, and safety
  • Maintenance oversight and coordination with engineer/deckhand
  • Operational planning for summer cruising program (Portuguese coast)
  • Close communication with owner and support staff
  • Leadership of a 4-person crew with high service and safety standards

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • STCW 95/2010 Basic Safety Training
  • ENG1 Medical Certificate (valid)
  • Master 200 GT or higher (EU or equivalent certification)
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as Captain on yachts over 20m
  • Excellent seamanship, leadership, and communication skills
  • Fluent in English (Portuguese is a plus)
  • Familiarity with Portuguese waters preferred but not mandatory

Languages

English / Fluent

Spanish / Fluent

Visas

  • Schengen (or EU Resident)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA Master <200gt / OOW <500gt

Location

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  • Homeport Vilamoura, Portugal
  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location Vilamoura , Portugal

More from Owner or Representative

  • Seasonal
  • 27m (89ft) Motor Yacht
  • Portugal
  • EUR (€)3,000.00 Per Month
  • Seasonal
  • 27m (89ft) Motor Yacht
  • Portugal
  • EUR (€)3,000.00 Per Month

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