Rotational Captain 40m+ S.Y

McMaster Yachts Ltd.; Palma; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McMaster Yachts Ltd. is seeking a Rotational Captain for a 40m+ sailing yacht based in Palma. The successful candidate will onboard a private vessel and lead sailing operations, maintenance, and crew coordination.

The role requires a solid sailing background, a Master 500 license, and comfortable handling engineering aspects of a high-end yacht. The position starts in January with a planned early-February cross to the Caribbean; the incoming Captain will also manage logistics for a 50ft Riva

Qualifications

• Must hold Master 500 license and operate a 40m+ sailing yacht.
• Sailing background and longevity in roles with private owners are essential.
• Engineering knowledge and ability to oversee yacht systems are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Command a 40m+ sailing yacht (S.Y.) for private ownership.
• Coordinate logistics for the 50ft Riva during the Mediterranean season.
• Adopt rotation-based schedule, starting January, with eventual Caribbean crossing as planned.

Education

Master 500 license

Job description

• Rotational Captain 40m+ S.Y

• Minimum Master 500

• Private

• Dual season (Palma based in-between seasons)

• 15 year survey in Spain winter 2027/2028

• Confident with engineering knowledge

• The boss loves sailing, so coming from a sailing background is important

• To start in Janruary

• Late crossing to the Carribeann at the start of February, which the incoming Captain will hopefully do.

• There is a 50ft Riva that travels with the boat when in the Mediterranean. It has a seasonal Captain, but for the rest of the year you will organise the logistics for the Riva.

• The owners are quiet and private, and like to be left alone

• The Captain has been onboard for 2 years, and has recently been granted rotation. The previous Captain was onboard for 8 years

• Proven longevity in every Department