Service & Facilities Manager (Private Yacht Management)

Morgan Mckinley Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Moccasin Morgan Mckinley Limited seeks a discreet Service & Facilities Manager to oversee a UHNW principal's luxury yacht assets, estates, and aviation logistics. You will lead maritime operations, crew, and contractor management, ensuring pristine efficiency and security.

Ideal candidates have yacht/marine management experience, strong discretion, and fluency in English and Chinese, with a track record serving UHNW clients. Based in Hong Kong with global mobility as needed.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years in asset/facilities management, yacht/marine focus.
• Experience serving UHNW individuals or private family offices.
• Strong command of English and Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end yacht management, maintenance, berthing, surveys, and regulatory compliance.
• Direct crew recruitment, scheduling, performance, and safety standards.
• Plan sea trials, guest itineraries, provisioning, and onboard hospitality for VIPs.
• Manage shipyard refits, dry-docking, and vendor contracts to keep fleet in top condition.
• Supervise maintenance and security across private residences and estates.
• Prepare annual operational budgets and audit invoices.

Skills

Yacht management

UHNW client service

Crew leadership

Discretion

Tools

ISM/ISPS knowledge

Job description

An established private family office seeks a discreet, highly capable Service & Facilities Manager to oversee the Principal's luxury asset portfolio. While the scope encompasses residential estates and private aviation logistics, the primary focus is the operational and technical management of the Principal's private yacht/boat assets. The ideal candidate will bring proven maritime asset management expertise and hands-on experience serving Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) individuals and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end management, maintenance schedules, berthing, class/flag surveys, and maritime regulatory compliance for the Principal's private yacht(s).
• Direct and supervise crew recruitment, scheduling, performance, and offshore/onshore safety standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute all sea trials, guest itineraries, provisioning, and onboard hospitality to ensure seamless experiences for the Principal and VIP guests.
• Manage shipyard refits, dry-docking, routine mechanical servicing, and vendor contracts to maintain the fleet in immaculate operational condition.
• Facilities & Property Management:
  • Supervise routine maintenance, engineering upkeep, security protocols, and operational readiness across the Principal's private residences and estates.
  • Coordinate contractor visits, facility upgrades, and external service vendor negotiations to ensure white-glove standards.
• Prepare and administer annual operational budgets for marine assets and properties; audit invoices and track operating expenditures.
• Maintain strict confidentiality, discretion, and operational risk controls across all private assets.

Requirements

• Minimum 6-8+ years of asset/facilities management experience, with a demonstrated track record in yacht/marine management.
• Substantial background working directly within private family offices, luxury maritime management companies, or directly for UHNW individuals/families.
• Strong technical understanding of yacht mechanical systems, safety protocols (ISM/ISPS where applicable), marine insurance, and local/international maritime licensing.
• Familiarity with luxury estate operations and high-end residential servicing standards.
• Impeccable professional standards, discretion, and problem-solving abilities under tight turnaround times.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) to communicate fluently with the Principal, family members, and international contractors.