Captain/Engineer - Permanent - Min exp 5 years - $4200-5000 - Greece
Position: Full-time, permanent
Location: Athens, Greece (permanent berth in a high-standard marina)
Flag: Malta (EU)
Usage: Private only – not for charter
About the Yacht, Usage & Main User
• Type: 19m sailing catamaran
• Year built: Late 2017
• Beam: 10m
• Flag: Malta (EU)
• Guest cabins: 4 double cabins, each with en-suite bathroom
• Crew area: 1 cabin with bunk bed + 1 cabin with single bed
• Galley: Spacious, located in the hull
• Cruising area: Mainly Greece, occasionally Turkey, Italy, Croatia etc.
• Season: Yacht remains in Europe. Season usually runs from late March until end of November.
• Average: 12–18 weeks of yacht usage per year (often long weekends or 7–12 day trips; in summer
usually one longer trip of 3–5 weeks).
• Main user’s experience: Over 29 years of sailing, approx. 24,000 nautical miles. The yacht has
cruised many European countries, crossed the Atlantic, and passed through the Panama Canal into
the Pacific.
Equipment & Technical Details
• Generators: 2 powerful units (Onan & Fischer Panda)
• Engines: Volvo Penta – fully removed and completely serviced by professionals in 2024/25 (outside
Greece)
• Navigation: B&G; high-end systems
• Air conditioning: Dometic
• Deck: Full teak deck
• Interior & exterior: Very high standard – confirmed by the yard as one of the best yachts of this
model
Current Crew Member
• There is a permanent or seasonal deckhand on board.
• Responsibilities of the deckhand include:
– Interior cleaning, yacht presentation, and service.
– Assisting the Master Crew Member on deck with exterior cleaning and maintenance.
– Supporting the Master Crew Member in all tasks and daily yacht operations.
Responsibilities (of the new Crew Member)
• Assist the main user of the yacht, who is the Captain, during mooring, sailing operations, and
maneuvers.
• Ensure overall safety on board.
• In the main user’s absence or in case of emergency: independently and safely operate the yacht
under sail and engine.
• Monitor, maintain, and repair all technical systems on board (generators, Volvo Penta engines,
electrical systems, pumps, air conditioning, navigation & safety equipment).
• Maintain sailing systems (rigging, winches, sails, hydraulics).
• Carry out installations and repair works.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems.
• Keep technical documentation and report potential issues.
• Cooperate with external specialists and supervise shipyard periods, including dry-docking.
• Lead, train, and supervise the deckhand.
• Ensure the yacht always shines in immaculate condition – including hull, waterline, and even the
underwater hull.
• Care for the full teak deck, including cleaning, sealing, and long-term preservation.
• Coordinate external service providers and craftsmen, incl. scheduling, quality control, and cost
supervision.
• Work independently with high responsibility.
• Direct reporting line to the main user of the yacht and the Yacht Manager.
• The Yacht Manager is based in Greece and provides strong technical support (local contacts, spare
parts, coordination).
• Transparent reporting and cooperation in all operational and technical matters.
• Willingness to assist in all areas whenever help is required – beyond core duties.
Requirements
• Age: approx. 21–35 years
• Valid nautical license enabling safe operation of a 19m / 10m beam sailing catamaran (STCW or
equivalent).
• Several years of experience as Engineer or Chief Mate on sailing yachts or similar vessels.
• Strong knowledge of mechanics, electrics, maritime systems, and sailing equipment.
• Proven experience in teak deck maintenance and sealing.
• High standards of cleanliness and yacht presentation – the catamaran must always look like new.
• Ability to lead, train, and supervise other crew members and take responsibility.
• Hands-on ability to carry out technical repairs independently and supervise larger projects.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Polite, well-groomed, and well-organised personality.
• Willingness to travel internationally (mainly Mediterranean).
• Flexibility and team spirit: willingness to work hands-on wherever help is needed.
• Long-term commitment – not a seasonal role.
We Offer
• Permanent full-time position on a private sailing yacht (no charter).
• Secure berth in Athens in a high-standard marina.
• Accommodation on board in own crew cabin.
• Insurance (incl. accident and medical insurance) provided by the main user of the yacht.
• Travel and transfer costs covered.
• Above-average maintenance and operational budget.
• Support from an experienced Yacht Manager in Greece with excellent technical network.
• Pleasant and respectful working environment with direct cooperation with the main user of the
yacht.
• A responsible and versatile role with room for initiative.
• Attractive salary: €4,200 – €5,000 per month (depending on experience and qualifications).
For applications and further details, please contact:
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