Vessel Compliance Officer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global yacht management company based in Ft Lauderdale, FL.

As part of the Vessel Compliance team within Yacht Management, you will help ensure that our managed yachts meet regulatory requirements and maintain up to date certification. You will support the day to day compliance work across the fleet, including reviewing vessel documentation, checking crew records, and assisting with internal audits and planned visits.

Responsibilities

• You will work closely with Captains, DPAs, Technical Managers, and other internal teams to help keep vessels operating safely and compliantly.
• Monitor and ensure yacht compliance with applicable laws and standards, including USCG, Flag State, IMO, MARPOL, SOLAS, ISM/ISPS
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date compliance records, certificates, safety documents, vessel manuals, and inspection reports.
• Track expiration dates of all mandatory licenses, surveys, insurance, and safety equipment certifications; coordinate timely renewals.
• Prepare vessels for external audits, surveys, port state inspections, and Flag State visits.
• Serve as a key point of contact for owners, captains, and crew regarding compliance matters
• Provide guidance on Flag State selection, registration, documentation, and crew certification requirement.

Requirements

• Knowledge of maritime regulations (USCG, IMO, MARPOL, SOLAS, ISM, ISPS, MLC, Flag States)
• Experience in yacht management, vessel operations, maritime compliance, or similar marine industry role.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with yacht owners, captains, and regulatory bodies.
• Ability to travel to marinas, shipyards, and vessels as required

Preferred

• STCW training, maritime college degree, or relevant maritime certifications.
• Familiarity with ISM Code and yacht-specific safety systems.
• Experience working with private or charter yachts

You must have the right work in the United States to be considered.