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Are you Passionate about Boats and Sailing? Do you want to work in beautiful locations in the sunshine? Are you a people person that loves meeting new people?

Because we have MANY fantastic opportunities for YOU to join our teams in Greece and Croatia!

All roles come with a competitive salary, flights, accommodation, as well as global career opportunities, training sponsorship for our top performers as well as a fantastic staff yacht usage policy!

Chief Instructor - to lead our sailing School in Lefkas, Greece and Agana, Croatia. The role will include setting up the sailing school for the season, ensuring the sailing school yachts meet the RYA standards and working closely with the base manager to design a plan for the summer. You will be joining an experienced base team and leading another a team of Cruising instructors during the season. We teach a range of courses, including RYA Competent Crew and Day Skipper. This is a very flexible role with time on the water and interacting with guests as well as shore-based duties.

Cruising Instructor - You will be supporting our Chief Instructors in providing a range of courses, including Start Yachting, Competent Crew, Day Skipper and ICC. You should have experience managing lessons and small teams with the ability to identify issues before they grow into larger problems.

Bareboat Skippers and Flotilla Skippers - If you have your RYA Yachtmaster qualification (must be commercially endorsed) and are looking for your next role on board, you may be perfect for one of our Skipper roles. You will be guiding the guest boats through their trip and ensuring everyone is safe and happy.

Flotilla Hosts – Punch parties, group meals and dinghy races! If you are organised, proactive and love spending time with people, then this is a great chance to build your miles and do what you love most, sailing, and meeting new people!

Flotilla Technicians and Marine Technicians – with onboard and shore-based roles available, this role will revolve around maintaining our fleet of yachts. This is a great role if you are confident with basic yacht repairs, including diesel engines, outboards, marine plumbing and being part of a strong and experienced team!

If one of these roles sounds perfect for YOU, please click on the links for a full job description and APPLY TODAY!

If you have any questions, please feel welcome to contact our recruitment team, and we will be happy to help! [email protected]

We can't wait to hear from you!

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We are looking for enthusiastic and proactive people for a range of roles based in Lefkas, Greece.

All roles come with a competitive salary, flights, accommodation, as well as global career opportunities, training sponsorship for our top performers as well as a fantastic staff yacht usage policy!

Yachtmaster Instructor - to lead our sailing School in Lefkas, Greece. The role will include setting up the sailing school for the season, ensuring the sailing school yachts meet the RYA standards and working closely with the base manager to design a plan for the summer. You will be joining an experienced base team and leading another Cruising instructor during the season. We teach a range of courses including RYA Competent Crew and Day Skipper. This is a very flexible role with time on the water and interacting with guests as well as shore-based duties.

Bareboat Skippers and Flotilla Skippers - If you have your RYA Yachtmaster Coastal qualification and are looking for your next role on board you may be perfect for one of our Skipper roles. You will be guiding the guest boats through their trip and ensuring everyone is safe and happy.

Flotilla Hosts – Punch parties, group meals and dinghy races! If you are organised, proactive and love spending time with people then this is a great chance to build your miles and do what you love most, sailing, and meeting new people!

Flotilla Technicians and Base Technicians – with onboard and shore-based roles available this role will revolve around maintaining our fleet of yachts. This is a great role if you are confident with basic yacht repairs including diesel engines, outboards, marine plumbing and being part of a strong and experienced team!

To apply or learn more, please visit our website via the links in the highlighted roles!

You can also contact our Yachts Recruitment Team by emailing [email protected]

We can't wait to hear from you!

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#SailingClubs - Sailing holiday firm Sunsail is ‘Funding the Future for Sailing Clubs’ in a new UK-wide competition for £5,000 in funding.

As British Marine reports, sailing and yachting clubs across Britain taking part must submit a business plan to detail what they would do with the funding — from new equipment to membership drives to youth sail training and more.

The club with the most innovative idea, as judged by a panel including Volvo Ocean Race veteran Dee Caffari, will win the investment to bring their plans to fruition — as well as a place on Sunsail’s stand at January’s London Boat Show.

British Marine has more on the story HERE.

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#TradeNewsBBC News reports that nearly 100 jobs could be at risk in Portsmouth as sailing holiday firm Sunsail plans to relocate its operations to London.

The company, which specialises in sailing tourism and boat rentals, says it is consulting individually with staff as it consolidates with other brands under the Specialist Holidays Group umbrella - including yacht operator The Moorings - at a new headquarters in Surbiton.

However, the company has confirmed that its UK operations of schools and events will remain in Port Solent and are not affected by the relocation plans.

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About the Loughs Agency

The Loughs Agency is a governmental body established under the 1998 Agreement between the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Government of Ireland. The Agency's goal is to provide sustainable social, economic, and environmental benefits by effectively conserving, managing, promoting, and developing the fisheries and marine resources of the Foyle and Carlingford areas.

The Agency's governing legislation confers several specific functions, including the promotion of development of Lough Foyle and Carlingford Lough for commercial and recreational purposes in respect of marine, fishery, and aquaculture matters. Moreover, the Agency is responsible for managing, conserving, protecting, improving, and developing the inland fisheries of the Foyle and Carlingford areas. Additionally, the Agency has the task of developing and licensing aquaculture, as well as the development of marine tourism.

The Loughs Agency reports to the North South Ministerial Council and its government Sponsor Departments, the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in Northern Ireland, and the Department of the Environment, Climate, and Communications (DECC) in Ireland. The Departments fund the Agency on an equal basis.

The Loughs Agency's focus on sustainable development is expected to have a positive impact on the economy, environment, and local communities in the Foyle and Carlingford areas. The Agency's efforts to conserve and enhance the region's marine resources, including fisheries and aquaculture, are expected to benefit local communities, promote tourism, and contribute to economic growth.

In conclusion, the Loughs Agency plays a vital role in promoting the sustainable social, economic, and environmental development of the Foyle and Carlingford areas. Its work on marine conservation and development is crucial in ensuring the long-term viability of the region's natural resources and in promoting sustainable economic growth.