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CP Yachts

Relief Captain in Italy

Temp captain position

Start date : 28th January 2026

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Position Deck > Relief Captain

Vessel/Shorebased Type 39m (128ft)

Vessel Type Sailing Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Number of Crew 3

Position Type Temporary

Yachting Experience 1 - 2 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 19th Jan 2026

Job ID #3864752

Summary

We are currently seeking a Temporary Captain for a 39m sailing yacht based in Italy.

This is a short-term caretaker contract to cover the period until a full-time Captain is appointed. The vessel is currently in the yard and will not be operational during this time.

Requirements:

  • Yachtmaster ticket
  • All-round deck knowledge and hands-on approach
  • Good organisational skills and experience overseeing a vessel while in the yard

This role would be well suited to an experienced First Mate looking to step up and gain Captaincy experience on a larger sailing yacht.

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 Offshore

Location

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  • Current Location Genoa, Italy

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