Finding superyacht roles in Jeddah
Where to go, which papers apply and which training runs at Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina. Jobs in the area are listed above.
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What to do in your first week
Visit Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina
The marina is open to the public and no membership is needed. Parking costs SAR 50 for the first hour and SAR 10 for each additional hour.
Helpful tips before walking the docks
JYC Academy
RYA Training Centre at the marina. It offers Dinghy, Keelboat and Powerboat courses and RYA-recognised First Aid, Navigation, Day Skipper, Seamanship, Yacht Master and VHF courses. Call 920016134 or use the WhatsApp number for dates and prices.
Crew visas
The SRSA yachting guide says to get tourist visas for the yacht crew. Check the rules for your passport.
Crew pay by yacht size
| Role | 45 to 50 m | 70 m and over |
|---|---|---|
| Captain | EUR 9,000 to 12,000 | EUR 15,000+ |
| First Officer | EUR 4,500 to 6,000 | EUR 7,000+ |
| Chief Engineer | EUR 7,000 to 9,500 | EUR 8,500+ |
| Chef | EUR 5,500 to 6,500 | EUR 8,000+ |
| Bosun / 2nd Mate | EUR 3,200 to 4,000 | EUR 5,000+ |
| Chief Stew / Purser | EUR 2,800 to 4,000 | EUR 3,000+ |
| Deckhand | EUR 2,800 to 3,500 | EUR 3,000+ |
| Stew | EUR 2,200 to 2,500 | EUR 2,200 to 2,500 |
UKSA salary guide 2025, in EUR. The guide does not state the pay period and is not specific to Jeddah.
Sources. Checked 8 November 2026.
- Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina: The marina
- Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina: Contact us
- Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina: JYC Academy
- Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina: About us
- Saudi Red Sea Authority: Yachting guide for owners and captains
- Saudi Red Sea Authority: Regulations
- Faisal M. Higgi & Associates
- WMO climate normals 1991 to 2020: Jeddah King Abdulaziz Airport (41024)
- UKSA superyacht salary guide
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