Summary
Captain - 112’ Riva New Build - Private/Charter
Flag: Cayman Islands
Year: 2026
Based: Miami / Fort Lauderdale
Itinerary: Florida, Bahamas, Caribbean
Program: Light private use with light charter
Start Date: As soon as possible
Program Overview
We are seeking an experienced and polished Captain to lead this program from now through launch in the Spring of 2026 and onward. Work will be remote from now until the vessel splashes in June. The captain will join the vessel in Italy and oversee shipment to the US.
This is a family-oriented program with fantastic owners who are seeking someone who is collaborative and communicative. A safety-conscious approach is essential.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Experience with European shipyards and new-build or shipyard acceptance strongly preferred (Riva shipyard experience a plus, but not required)
- Minimum 2 years of experience as captain on similar sized vessels. Experience captaining larger vessels is preferred.
- Strong familiarity with Florida/Bahamas/Caribbean waters
- Charismatic and personable personality while also operating with discretion
- Excellent with families and children
- Excellent communication and organization skills
- Strong leadership skills
- Safety-focused with high standards of professionalism and presentation
Requirements:
- Yacht Master 500gt
- Valid B1B2 Visa with at least 6 months of validity
- Schengen Visa is a major advantage
- STCW
- ENG1
- Seaman's Discharge Book
- Ability to speak English to a high standard
- Must be willing to comply to a criminal background check prior to employment
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $11,000 - 12,000 +/- DOE / negotiable
Open to considering couples as we are also seeking a Chief Stewardess.
Contact for this position: Mary Claire
**To ensure a swift application process, please submit your application through the NauticALL crew portal. Simply search for 'NauticALL crew portal' to access it. Applications through NauticALL crew portal will receive priority processing.

