Professional knowledge and skills in navigation
Yacht Captains (Maritime) must always apply professional knowledge and skills in navigation to ensure safe navigation of yachts.
Yacht Captains (Maritime)
Descriptions & Duties
- Yacht Captains (Maritime) manoeuvre the yachts during navigation, berthing and unberthing. Subject to the size of the yachts, they may need to assist with guest service, co-ordinate food and beverage on board and maintain the yacht.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Trade Specific Competencies
Knowledge and skills in machinery maintenance
Yacht Captains (Maritime) should be able to repair and maintain the machinery of the yachts.
General Requirements
Professional qualification
Pleasure Vessel Operator Grade 1 Certificate (for any yachts operating in Hong Kong Waters); Pleasure Vessel Operator Grade 2 Certificate (for yachts of not more than 15 meters in length overall operating in Hong Kong Waters)
Experience
3 to 5 years of yachting experience
Other specific requirements
Meet the eyesight standard defined by the Marine Department; first-aid and fire-fighting certificates preferred
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $12,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $25,000 and above
Work Environment
- Yacht Captains (Maritime) work on yachts most of the time. They are exposed to all kinds of weather and required to work on irregular hours subject to the needs of their employers.
Tools
- Global positioning system (GPS)
- Marine craft communications systems
- Navigational compasses
- Shipboard radar
