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Yacht Building Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Tiara Yachts is a premier boat manufacturing company. Throughout our storied history of hand-building boats, we have remained based in beautiful Holland, Michigan. This allows us to offer the highest ...

2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Holland, MI ยท On-site

$49K - $67K/yr

Tiara Yachts is a premier boat manufacturing company. Throughout our storied history of hand-building boats, we have remained based in beautiful Holland, Michigan. This allows us to offer the highest ...

Back Cove Yachts is a leading manufacturer in building Downeast style motor yachts, based in Rockland, Maine. Back Cove has exceptional world-class craftsmen and women in the boat building industry ...

Marine Carpenter

Stuart, FL ยท On-site

$18.25 - $25/hr

The chance to build something exceptional-not mass-produced, but truly premium People-First Culture The Hinckley Company, known for building and servicing, strong, seaworthy and beautiful yachts is ...

Marine Systems Electrician

Wanchese, NC ยท On-site

$22.75 - $28.50/hr

Marine Systems Electrician Bayliss Boatworks is seeking skilled and enthusiastic electricians to join our mission of building the best custom sportfishing yachts in the world. We are currently hiring ...

Marine Carpenter

Stuart, FL

$18.25 - $25/hr

The chance to build something exceptional-not mass-produced, but truly premium People-First Culture The Hinckley Company, known for building and servicing, strong, seaworthy and beautiful yachts is ...

Marine Carpenter

Stuart, FL

$18.25 - $25/hr

The chance to build something exceptional-not mass-produced, but truly premium People-First Culture The Hinckley Company, known for building and servicing, strong, seaworthy and beautiful yachts is ...

Marine Systems Electrician

Wanchese, NC ยท On-site

$22.75 - $28.50/hr

Marine Systems Electrician Bayliss Boatworks is seeking skilled and enthusiastic electricians to join our mission of building the best custom sportfishing yachts in the world. We are currently hiring ...

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How much do yacht building jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for yacht building in the United States is $98,146.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in yacht building?

A typical day in yacht building involves collaborating with engineers, designers, and skilled tradespeople to assemble various yacht components, such as hulls, superstructures, and interiors. Tasks may range from precise woodworking and fiberglass lamination to electrical installations and troubleshooting design challenges. Work is usually hands-on and team-oriented, often requiring coordination with specialists in plumbing, wiring, and finishing. This dynamic environment offers variety and the opportunity to learn new techniques as each project progresses, making it engaging for those who enjoy craftsmanship and teamwork.

What is yacht building?

A Yacht Building job involves designing, constructing, and assembling luxury boats and yachts. Professionals in this field work with materials like fiberglass, wood, and metal to create high-quality vessels. Roles can include naval architects, engineers, carpenters, electricians, and technicians who ensure the yacht meets performance and aesthetic standards. These jobs require craftsmanship, technical skills, and attention to detail to produce seaworthy and luxurious boats.

How do you get hired to work on a yacht building?

To work in yacht building, candidates typically need relevant skills such as carpentry, fiberglass work, or electrical knowledge, along with experience in boat construction or marine environments. Many employers prefer applicants with vocational training, certifications like OSHA or marine-specific safety courses, and the ability to work in physically demanding conditions. Applying through boatyards, shipbuilding companies, or marine trade schools can improve job prospects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in yacht building, and why are they important?

To thrive in Yacht Building, you need expertise in marine engineering, craftsmanship, and materials science, often supported by relevant technical training or apprenticeship. Familiarity with CAD software, woodworking tools, composites, and marine safety certifications is commonly expected. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities distinguish successful professionals in this field. These skills ensure that complex vessels are constructed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards required in the marine industry.

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Infographic showing various Yacht Building job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,146 per year, or $47.2 per hour.

Director, Voyage Experience Strategy & Programming

The Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection

Fort Lauderdale, FL โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Join the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection: Where Every Voyage is a Symphony of Luxury
Embark on an extraordinary journey with the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, an exquisite extension of the renowned Ritz-Carlton brand, dedicated to redefining ultra-luxury hospitality at sea. As a "Lady or Gentleman" of our esteemed team, you'll be entrusted with the art of delivering the impeccable "Gold Standards" that have made the Ritz-Carlton an epitome of excellence across the globe.
The Essence of Excellence: The Gold Standards
The Gold Standards are the bedrock of the Ritz-Carlton experience, setting us apart in the industry and establishing a legacy of unparalleled service. These standards embody the values and culture that define our brand, and serve as the compass guiding our every endeavor.
The Employee Promise
At The Ritz-Carlton, our Ladies & Gentlemen are the most important resource in our service commitment to each other and our guests.
By applying the principles of trust, honesty, respect, integrity, and commitment, we empower and nurture talent to the benefit of each individual and the company.
The Ritz-Carlton fosters a culture where all are valued, quality of life is enhanced, individual aspirations are fulfilled, and The Ritz-Carlton Mystique is strengthened.
Join us on a journey where every day is a testament to the highest standard of luxury and service. Apply now and be part of an unparalleled legacy in hospitality.
Define Product Vision & Experience Intent
  • Establish the vision, character, and experiential intent for guest experiences across the portfolio.
  • Define how culture, place, timing, seasonality, and guest expectations should influence experience development.
  • Ensure experiences are developed as connected products rather than isolated initiatives.
  • Translate brand strategy into tangible guest experiences.

Orchestrate the Guest Experience
  • Define the rhythm, pacing, and emotional sequencing of experiences.
  • Design intentional peaks, valleys, signature moments, and transitions.
  • Establish frameworks that guide how experiences are planned and developed.
  • Ensure experiences feel cohesive across touchpoints and channels.

Shape Experience Strategy
  • Define the role experiences, programming, content, and engagement play in delivering the product vision.
  • Develop planning frameworks, templates, and standards that guide experience development.
  • Identify opportunities to create differentiation through thoughtful design and curation.
  • Ensure experiences balance guest needs, business objectives, and brand aspirations.

Translate Cultural & Consumer Insight into Product Direction
  • Identify emerging consumer behaviors, travel trends, lifestyle shifts, and cultural movements and evolve the product accordingly.
  • Translate insights into product opportunities and innovation concepts.
  • Champion authentic, relevant, and differentiated experiences.

Influence Experience Development Across the Organization
  • Provide strategic direction to Experience Design and cross-functional development teams.
  • Partner with Marketing to ensure product positioning reflects the intended guest experience.
  • Collaborate with Operations to ensure experiences can be delivered while preserving intent.
  • Serve as a champion for experience quality, innovation, and differentiation across the organization.

Success Looks Like
  • Experiences feel intentionally designed rather than operationally assembled.
  • Guests experience a clear Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection point of view and distinct identity.
  • Individual experiences connect to create a cohesive and memorable journey.
  • New ideas are translated into differentiated products that strengthen the brand.
  • Guest engagement, loyalty, and advocacy increase over time.
  • The product continues to evolve through innovation, learning, and changing consumer expectations.

What We're Looking For
Experience
  • 10-15+ years of experience in product strategy, experience development, hospitality, travel, entertainment, lifestyle brands, or related fields.
  • Proven success creating differentiated consumer experiences or hospitality products.
  • Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of luxury consumers and premium experience brands.

Skills & Capabilities
  • Exceptional product and guest experience instincts.
  • Strong strategic and creative thinking.
  • Deep curiosity about culture, consumer behavior, travel, and emerging trends.
  • Ability to connect disparate experiences into a cohesive product vision.
  • Strong storytelling and communication skills.
  • Ability to balance creative ambition with practical execution.
  • Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building new capabilities.

Ideal Backgrounds
  • Luxury hospitality brands
  • Premium travel and leisure brands
  • Experience strategy and service design
  • Theme parks and immersive entertainment
  • Lifestyle and membership brands
  • Luxury tour operators
  • Consumer experience innovation teams
  • Destination-driven hospitality brands

Profiles Less Likely To Succeed
  • Operational deployment specialists
  • Traditional project managers
  • Functional experts without product ownership experience
  • Strategy profiles disconnected from customer experience
  • Scheduling and logistics-focused backgrounds

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is an Equal opportunity, inclusive employer and will consider all applicants for employment with the Company on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.