Summary
Captain – 30m Private Sailing Yacht (Malta Flag)
Location: Monaco / Western Mediterranean
Start Date: ASAP
Job ID:1622606
Salary: From €8,000/month (DOE, to be confirmed)
A new owner has recently purchased a 30m private sailing yacht with the goal of learning to sail and spending quality time at sea with his children. The family is based in Monaco, where they also have a residence, and the yacht will be primarily used for day cruising around the Mediterranean.
This is a fantastic, long-term opportunity for a professional and personable Sailing Yacht Captain who enjoys working in a family-oriented environment. The owner envisions this as a growing program, with plans to move towards a larger sailing yacht (potentially a Perini Navi or similar) in the future.
Key Responsibilities
- Full command of the vessel and safe navigation at all times
- Assisting the owner and family as they learn to sail and gain confidence on board
- Planning and executing day trips and short cruising itineraries
- Managing the upcoming refit scheduled in Badalona, Winter 2025
- Overseeing up to 4 crew members during high season and ensuring smooth onboard operations
- Maintaining the yacht to a high standard and ensuring readiness for owner use at all times
Requirements
- Minimum: Yachtmaster Ocean
- Valid STCW and ENG1 certificates
- Minimum 2 years of experience as Captain on similar-sized sailing vessels (25–35m range)
- Fluent English; Italian language skills a plus
- Sailing Instructor background desirable
- Proven experience running family or private sailing programs
- Professional, patient, and adaptable – comfortable in an owner-learning environment
Additional Information
- Flag: Malta
- Crew: Up to 4 in high season
- Usage: Mainly private, day cruising around the Mediterranean
- Refit: Badalona, Winter 2025
- Program: Long-term family project with future growth potential
This is an excellent opportunity for a Captain seeking stability, a genuine family atmosphere, and the chance to grow alongside an evolving sailing program
