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Burgess

Captain in United States

Start date : 2nd February 2026

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Position Deck > Captain

Vessel/Shorebased Type 34m (112ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Temporary

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Posted 30th Jan 2026

Job ID #3878449

Summary

CAPTAIN – TEMPORARY - ASAP - MIAMI

Burgess Recruitment is looking for a Temp Captain for a 34m Motor Yacht | Private

Start Date: 2 February 2026

End Date: 8 February 2026

Salary: Day rate fair and competitive (TBC)

Leave: Temporary contract (1 week)

Qualifications:

  • Master 500GT 
  • Valid STCW
  • ENG1 or equivalent medical
  • Valid US B1/B2 or right to work in the USA

Requirements:

  • Previous Captain experience on similar-sized yachts
  • Confident operating a brand-new vessel
  • Strong guest-focused mindset
  • Available at short notice
  • US-based or able to join in Miami

Other:

  • Joining in Miami
  • Vessel alongside until 6 February, followed by a weekend trip to the Bahamas

Please also apply and register through the Burgess website (via Careers).

Burgess is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

SCAM ALERT You will never be asked for money or sensitive personal information during the recruitment process. Always verify details about the job, the yacht, and the recruiter using reliable online resources. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from scams.

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2
  • Green Card (or US Citizen)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA CoC Master <500gt / Class 5

Location

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  • Homeport Miami
  • Destination Miami
  • Current Location United States

About Burgess

Cunard House 15 Regent Street Saint James's London SW1Y 4LR [ view on map ]

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