5 • Yacht Managing Director

The Staff Connection; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Managing Director within the luxury yacht sector in Cape Town. You will be responsible for operational management, financial oversight, and ensuring top-tier guest experience. The ideal candidate has a degree in hospitality or business, with over 10 years of senior management experience in luxury environments. Strong leadership and business development skills are essential for this strategic role.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in luxury hospitality or yacht management.
• Minimum 10 years in a senior role such as MD or CEO.
• Strong business development skills and high-pressure management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and implement SOPs.
• Manage budgets and financial reports.
• Ensure guest experience meets luxury standards.

Skills

Luxury Hospitality Management

Leadership Skills

Financial Acumen

Guest Relations

Business Development

Education

Degree in Hospitality or Business

Job description

Overview

Staff Connection is looking for a MANAGING DIRECTOR WITHIN THE 5 YACHT SECTOR.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations within the organisation.
• Implement SOPs for safety, guest service, and luxury standards.
• Financial & Commercial Oversight: Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Drive charter sales, events, and partnerships.
• Manage procurement, suppliers, and inventory.
• Ensure profitability and cost efficiency.
• Guest & Client Relations: Uphold 5★ guest experience.
• Build long-term client relationships, especially with VIP / high-net-worth individuals.
• Manage feedback, complaints, and service recovery with professionalism.
• Strategic Leadership: Work closely with owners or directors to set strategic direction.
• Explore growth opportunities.
• Oversee marketing & business development initiatives.

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven track record in luxury hospitality, yachting, cruise, or 5★ hotel / resort management.
• Strong leadership & people management skills.
• Solid financial acumen and P&L management experience.
• Exceptional guest relations, discretion, and problem-solving ability.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Degree in Hospitality | Business
• SA Local citizens
• Minimum 10yrs experience within a SENIOR role eg MD or CEO in the hospitality or yacht environment
• Professional, polished, and approachable.
• Strategic thinker who can balance operations and luxury guest experience.
• Strong business development skills.
• Able to manage high-pressure situations with diplomacy.
• Cape Town–based (or willing to relocate), with flexibility to travel if required.