Yacht Master Instructor – Maritime Training

About the role

The Yacht Master will lead both practical and theoretical training for learners at the Regional Yacht Institute, focusing on yacht operations, navigation, safety and seamanship. This full‑time, on‑site position supports a multicultural academic environment in Alexandria, Egypt.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instructional sessions covering yacht handling, navigation and safety procedures.
• Supervise on‑water training exercises and assess learner performance.
• Ensure compliance with national and international maritime safety regulations and Academy policies.
• Maintain training equipment, instructional materials and assist in curriculum development.
• Collaborate with fellow instructors to uphold academic and operational standards.
• Support learners from diverse backgrounds and participate in Academy activities.

Required profile

• Recognized Yacht Master or equivalent competency certificate.
• Extensive practical seamanship and navigation experience.
• Proven background in yacht operations, passage planning and safety management.
• Experience in maritime training or teaching.
• Knowledge of maritime regulations and industry best practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Organizational and record‑keeping abilities for training schedules and assessments.
• Fluency in English; Arabic knowledge is an advantage.

Required skills

• Yacht Master certification
• Navigation
• Passage planning
• Vessel handling
• Safety management
• Maritime regulations knowledge