5* Yacht Managing Director

Recruiter:

Staff Connection

Job Ref:

JHB004567/Aida

Date posted:

Friday, August 22, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

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

POSITION INFO:

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 5â 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 5â 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.

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