Ramees Jamal

Professional Profile Summary

Experienced Yacht & Catamaran Captain holding a 200 GT license, with over 6+ years of professional experience in the UAE, commanding luxury motor yachts and power catamarans up to 101 ft. Highly skilled in safe navigation, crew management, vessel operations, preventive maintenance, and luxury guest service. Recipient of multiple performance awards including Captain of the Year and Best Employee of the Year. Strong knowledge of COLREGs, safety management systems, marina operations, and technical supervision. Currently serving as Captain of a Gulf Craft Nomad 101 in Dubai, managing a crew of 5. Seeking a long-term position on private or charter yachts / catamarans with a professional owner or company.

Key Skills / Highlights

• Yacht & Catamaran Captain (200 GT Licensed DMCA approved)
• Command Experience up to 101 ft
• Crew Management & Leadership
• Navigation, Passage Planning & COLREG Compliance
• Luxury Guest Handling & Operations
• Preventive Maintenance & Technical Oversight
• Marina & Port Operations (UAE)
• Safety, STCW & Emergency Response

Vessel Experience

Motor Yachts: Ocean Dream 141 ft, M/Y ANAISHA 101 ft (Gulf Craft Nomad 101 ft), Dubai Marine 90 ft, Sunseeker 90 ft, Sanlorenzo 82 ft, Dubai Marine 75 ft, Princess 72 ft, Azimut 68 ft, AS Marine 68 ft, Skywalker Yacht 76 ft, 62 ft, 52 ft, Ferretti 64 ft, Nuvari 64 ft, Fairline 64 ft, Primatist 57 ft, Integrity 55 ft, AS Marine 50 ft, Azimut 52 ft variants 

Catamarans: M/Y Volare 60 ft, M/Y Aquila 60 ft, M/Y Infinity 60 ft

Job Preference / Availability

• Position: Yacht / Catamaran Captain
• Vessel Type: Motor Yacht | Power Catamaran
• Operation: Private / Charter
• License: 200 GT (Master)
• Availability: 1-Month Notice Period
• Location: UAE / International

WORK EXPERIENCE

Master Captain – Private Yacht

Apr 2025 – Present

M/Y ANAISHA 101 ft (Gulf Craft Nomad 101 ft), Dubai, UAE  

Yacht Captain - Sky walker Yachts
Jan 2023 – Dec 2025

Sanlorenzo 82 ft, Dubai Marine 75 ft, Princess 72 ft, Azimut 68 ft, AS Marine 68 ft, Skywalker Catamaran 60 ft, Skywalker Yacht 76 ft, 62 ft & 52 ft variants 

Yacht Captain – Neptune Yachts 

Dec 2020 – Jan 2023

Dubai Marine 90 ft, Fairline 64 ft, Nuvari 64 ft, Primatist 57 ft, Gulf Craft 55 ft, Integrity 55 ft, AS Marine 50 ft 

Deckhand - Neptune Yachts

Jul 2020 – Dec 2020

Ocean Dream 141 ft, Gulf craft 101 ft, Sunseeker 90 ft, Dubai Marine 90 ft, Azimut 52 ft variants 

Summary of Professional Experience

200 GT Licensed Yacht and Catamaran Captain with over 6 years of experience in the UAE, commanding luxury motor yachts and power catamarans up to 101 ft. Skilled in navigation, crew management, preventive maintenance, and delivering high-end guest service. Experienced in private and charter operations, marina coordination, and safety management. Recipient of multiple awards including Captain of the Year and Best Employee of the Year, currently managing a crew of 5 on a Gulf Craft Nomad 101.

EDUCATION

• Eurotech Maritime Academy, Cochin – Pre-Sea Course for GP Rating
• Government Higher Secondary School – HSE Plus Two (Commerce with Computer Application)
• St. Thomas Higher Secondary School – Secondary School Leaving Certificate

QUALIFICATIONS

• 200 GT Licensed Yacht Master – Experienced Captain | Catamaran & Motor Yacht Expert
• International Bareboat Skipper (Power) – International Yacht Training (IYT), Marine Concept LLC
• Marine Communication Master VHF (SRC) – International Yacht Training (IYT), Marine Concept LLC
• Open Water Diver Certification – Certificate No: 2208U1136
• STCW Conventions 2010
• Practical Tanker Fire-Fighting Course – BST in Oil, Chemical & Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations

ACHIEVEMENTS

• Captain of the Year – January 16, 2024
• Most Reviewed Captain – January 16, 2024
• Most Positive Reviews on Company Website – April 17, 2022
• Best Employee of the Year – 2021–2022

Summary of Relevant Education

Holder of 200 GT Master License with International Bareboat Skipper (Power) certification. Completed STCW 2010, VHF SRC, and Practical Tanker Fire-Fighting courses. Certified Open Water Diver with comprehensive training in navigation, safety, and yacht operations.