Vessel Operations Manager
Private Superyacht Fleet | UK-Based | £110,000–£125,000 + Package
A rare opportunity for an experienced Vessel Operations Manager to join a highly sophisticated private fleet operating at the very top end of the superyacht sector.
This is a senior operational role for someone who combines strong yacht management experience with sound technical awareness, excellent judgement and the confidence to operate across large, complex vessels .
You will act as a key link between Captains, senior crew, technical teams, shipyards, suppliers and ownership representatives, helping ensure vessels operate safely, efficiently and to consistently exceptional standards.
The Role
Responsibilities will include:
Operational oversight across a portfolio of large yachts
Acting as a senior point of contact for Captains and onboard management teams
Supporting technical, engineering and maintenance matters alongside specialist teams
Coordinating refit, yard and major maintenance activity
Monitoring budgets, operational expenditure and supplier performance
Supporting Flag, Class and compliance requirements where required
Reviewing operational priorities, risks and vessel readiness
Driving consistency, best practice and continuous improvement across the fleet
Managing complex issues calmly and diplomatically
Travelling to vessels and shipyards internationally as required
The Person
We are looking for someone with:
Significant experience in yacht management, fleet operations or senior vessel operations
Strong exposure to large yachts , ideally within complex private fleet environments
A broader technical and engineering understanding than the typical Yacht Manager profile
Confidence working with Captains, Chief Engineers, technical managers and shipyards
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills
Strong commercial judgement and financial awareness
A collaborative, low-ego approach and genuine team mentality
The diplomacy to handle sensitive situations while still driving decisions forward
The ability to remain calm, organised and effective in high-pressure environments
This role will suit someone who is already operating at a senior level and is looking for the opportunity to work within an exceptionally high-standard private fleet environment , with genuine influence across vessel operations.
Salary: £110,000–£125,000 base + package
Travel: work from home with international travel to vessels and shipyards as required
Sector: Private Superyacht Fleet
Strict confidentiality applies.