Summary
CAPTAIN
Location: Dominican Republic (Home Port: Marina Casa de Campo, La Romana)
Start Date: October 2025
Contract: Permanent Position
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and market standards
A distinguished private owner is seeking an experienced Yacht Captain to command a motor yacht based in the Caribbean, primarily operating between the Virgin Islands (Dec–Jun) and the Dominican Republic (Jun–Dec).
The ideal candidate is professional, versatile, and able to manage a multicultural crew aboard a RINA-classed vessel currently undergoing a full aesthetic and systems refit.
The owners are an elderly Latin-American couple (84 and 80 years old), often hosting guests of similar age.
Professional demeanor, respect for roles and people, and adaptability are essential.
The crew is expected to maintain a collaborative spirit beyond rigid job titles.
Requirements
Experience: Proven navigation in the Caribbean (St. Maarten, St. Barth, St. Thomas, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic)
Language Skills: Fluent in at least one of the following – English or Spanish
Health: Good physical condition; non-smoker, no alcohol consumption onboard
Technical Skills: Strong mechanical and administrative management abilities
Leadership: Capable of managing an international crew:
- Local sailor
- South African stewardess
- Italian chef
- English-speaking deckhand
Residency: Willing to live in the Dominican Republic (with regular vacation periods).
Point of contact - Lore Castillo
