Flotilla First Mate / Host

Island Sailing is a British yacht charter company operating in Greece. It is looking for a Flotilla First Mate / Host to work from Lefkas Marina in the Ionian Islands. The flotilla season runs from the end of June to early or mid September.

The role:

• Work as part of the Lead Flotilla Crew alongside an experienced Yachtmaster skipper
• Lead a group of new yachts around the Ionian islands, giving daily briefings and local knowledge
• Answer sailing questions and advise guests on safety and yacht equipment
• Help make sure all yachts are moored safely at the end of each day
• Assist with basic routine yacht checks
• Check that yachts have been prepared to a high standard by the turnaround crew before guests arrive each week
• Arrange group evening meals and social events such as beach BBQs, mini races and regattas
• Work flexible patterns, including weekends and evenings on a rotational basis

What's on offer:

• Evening meals included when on the water
• Accommodation onboard or ashore
• Corporate clothing

• RYA Day Skipper practical, International Certificate of Competence (ICC) or higher
• Valid First Aid certificate
• Ability to work reliably and flexibly, both in a team and independently
• Highly motivated
• Competent swimmer
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Fluent English
• At least 18 years old
• Holder of an EU passport