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YOA Yacht Crew

Captain in French Polynesia

Start date : 1st September 2025

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Position Deck > Captain

Vessel/Shorebased Type 27m (89ft)

Vessel Type Sailing Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Posted 6th Aug 2025

Job ID #2913028

Summary

A 27m Sail Yacht currently in the Pacific is looking for a Captain to commence around the 1st of September.


This is a great opportunity for an experienced Sailor to run a Modern Classic Sloop with a great "Off the Beaten Track" itinerary.


The ideal candidate will hold at a minimum their Yacht Master Ocean and preferably their AEC. You must have strong sailing skills as the program will involve extended passages to remote locations. 

Engineering knowledge is essential as the Captain will perform the Engineering duties. Diving experience is beneficial but not essential.


The package includes a salary of $8000 usd p/m, 42 days leave per year and an annual bonus at the owners discretion.


The yacht will be cruising the Pacific, visiting the lesser known islands and atolls and will involve scientific research and diving aspect.


Candidates must have experience in a similar role and be a non smoker


Candidates who apply via the YOA website have a greater chance of being interviewed.


Languages

English / Fluent

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RYA Yachtmaster Ocean
Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC 1 & 2) Certificate

Location

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  • Destination South Pacific Ocean
  • Current Location French Polynesia

About YOA Yacht Crew

14 Caithness Court Jacks Point Queenstown 9371 NEW ZEALAND [ view on map ]

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