Yachting · Manager
ISM / HSQE Manager (Yacht) Salary
Compensation benchmarks from 255 verified sources including industry surveys, published reports, and market intelligence.
National Compensation Range
P25
$65,000
25th percentile
P50
$90,000
Median
P75
$110,000
75th percentile
CANDIDATE MARKET
Tight
Scarcity: 5.5/10
EST. CANDIDATE POOL
60-120
Active candidates globally
DEMAND TREND
Stable
8% year-over-year
RETENTION
4 yr avg tenure
14% annual turnover
ISM / HSQE Manager (Yacht) Salary by City
Median (P50) adjusted for metro cost of labor.
Market Trends
Growing as flag state and classification society requirements intensify; ISM/ISPS expertise critical
Also Known As
HSQE Manager (Yacht), ISM Manager (Marine), Safety & Quality Manager (Yacht), ISM/ISPS Compliance Manager
What Does an ISM / HSQE Manager (Yacht) Do?
The ISM / HSQE Manager (Yacht) operates aboard private and charter yachts, managing vessel operations, crew, and guest experiences for yacht owners and charter clients. Professionals in this role typically bring 5 to 10 years of relevant experience. Classified at the Manager level, this position draws from a tight candidate market with an estimated pool of 60-120 qualified professionals, making targeted sourcing and competitive compensation critical for successful placements.
What Drives ISM / HSQE Manager (Yacht) Compensation?
The median (P50) compensation for an ISM / HSQE Manager (Yacht) is $90,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $65,000 to $110,000. The 51% spread between P25 and P75 reflects significant pay variation driven by vessel length and type (motor vs. sailing), charter vs. private program, crew size, operating region, and required certifications (MCA, STCW, ISM). Demand for this role is trending upward with 0.08% year-over-year growth, which is putting upward pressure on compensation at all levels.
ISM / HSQE Manager (Yacht) Career Path
Professionals who move into ISM / HSQE Manager (Yacht) roles most commonly come from commercial maritime, cruise line operations, naval service, or hospitality management with maritime crossover. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward larger vessel commands, fleet management, yacht management company leadership, or shoreside marine operations director roles. The average tenure in this role is approximately 4 years, with an annual turnover rate of 14%.
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