Crew Excellence

Crew Placement

Selecting the right crew is one of the most important elements of successful yacht ownership. Beyond qualifications, the stability, atmosphere, and service onboard depend heavily on personality fit.

Global Yacht Management assists Owners in finding crew who are technically competent and genuinely aligned with their values, lifestyle, and expectations.

Because we are close to both our Owners and our crew network, we understand how personalities interact onboard—and we make placements accordingly.

What We Do

We assist with the full recruitment process, including:

Defining position requirements
Sourcing qualified candidates
Screening professional experience
Verifying certificates and licenses
Conducting reference checks
Presenting pre-screened profiles
Coordinating interviews and onboarding steps

We also provide guidance on:

Salary scales
Employment terms
Responsibilities and reporting lines

Our goal is a smooth and structured hiring process.

Character & Personality Matching

Recruiting crew is not simply about finding the right CV—it is about finding the right people.

We take the time to understand:

How the Owner prefers to interact with crew
What the family dynamic is onboard
Guest service expectations
Captain and team management approach
Cultural preferences
Vessel program (private, family use, charter, world cruising, etc.)

This allows us to match crew based not only on skills, but also emotional intelligence, attitude, professionalism, and behavior style.

The result:

Happier crew
Longer retention
Reduced conflicts onboard
Better service atmosphere

Positions We Handle

We recruit for all onboard roles, including:

Captains and senior management
Engineers and technical crew
Officers and mates
Interior teams and service staff
Chefs
Deck crew
Seasonal or relief positions

We adapt to the vessel's size and level of service.

Verification & Due Diligence

Before any introduction, we check:

STCW and maritime license validity
Experience record
Employment continuity
Reference feedback
Compliance background

Owners receive accurate and reliable profiles.

Easy Onboarding Support

Once a candidate is selected, we can coordinate:

Offer acceptance
Contract processing
Start dates
Travel arrangements
Integration into payroll

We ensure a smooth transition from recruitment to active service.

Why Global Yacht Management For Crew Placement

Better stability onboard

A well-matched team stays longer, works better together, and delivers superior service.

Reduced owner interference

We handle selection, filtering, and onboarding efficiently.

Personality-based matching

Crew are chosen not just because they are competent—but because they fit your world.

Peace of mind

Only trusted, validated candidates are considered.

With Global Yacht Management, your yacht benefits from crew who are skilled, stable, service-oriented, and compatible—creating a cohesive onboard experience that reflects your lifestyle and expectations.