Thank you so much for your interest in employment with Emerald Coast Marine Group.

If you’re seeking a great opportunity to launch or further your boating industry career, check out Emerald Coast Marine Group, one of the fast-growing marine organizations in Northwest Florida!

Our notable growth and expansion throughout the region provide outstanding growth potential for individuals who share our customer-centric culture and vision. If you’re a strong team player who is passionate about your work and share our commitment to providing unprecedented customer service, we’d love to hear from you.

We invite you to review our current job postings … and check back frequently for new listings!

Position: Marina Director

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location: Niceville, FL at Emerald Coast Marine Headquarters

Job Summary:

The Marina Director is an integral part of the senior leadership team. 

The Marine Director builds and oversees a positive team environment that embraces the company’s culture of delivering the highest level of customer service and satisfaction for all ECMG clients.  

The Marina Director is responsible for all aspects of dry storage, wet slips, yacht club and overall marina management, to include general maintenance of facilities and equipment. 

The Marina Director is also responsible for the marina’s continued business development initiatives, overseeing budgets, forecasting and future expansion activities.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations and management of all marina operations

• Oversee all facility and equipment maintenance 

• Build, mentor and lead an enthusiastic marina team committed to excellent customer satisfaction 

• Implement processes that increase safety awareness and efficiencies throughout all marina operations

• Manage and train all marina employees

• Manage maintenance work done throughout the facility to ensure safe and acceptable property and equipment, as well as providing a professional and an aesthetic appearance

• Effectively manage sales for both wet and dry slip leasing, facilities, and guest relations

• Sustain and optimize profitability, performance and guest satisfaction

• Manage budgets, inventory control and generally accepted accounting principles of business

• Maintain positive relationships with tenants, contractors, and local authorities

• Manage and direct Hurricane Plan Preparations and execution

• Ensure that staff is properly trained in emergency procedures including operation of emergency equipment

• Support dealership sales, service and parts departments

• Maintain a professional relationship with all agencies, contractors, vendors and customers

• Monitor employee hours and overtime

• Develop and update training manuals and procedures

• Comply with OSHA, EPA, DEEP and Department of Labor rules and regulations

Technical and Physical Requirements

• 5 years’ relevant experience preferred

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• CMM certification a plus

• Experience with budgets, salary administration, accounts payable, accounts receivable and slip leasing

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time as well as remain physically active in our Florida climate

Minimum Soft Skills Qualifications

• Passionate about the boating lifestyle and living on the Emerald Coast 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

• Ability to provide exceptional customer service and an understanding of customers’ needs

• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills while working both independently and within a team context

• Exceptional organizational skills required

• Detail oriented and ability to multi-task 

• Ability to use discretion when trusted with confidential and sensitive information or materials

• Eager to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading company

• Exceptional time management and problem-solving skills

The Company

Emerald Coast Marine Group is locally-owned and operated by boating enthusiasts dedicated to delivering the ultimate, all-inclusive marine experience. As our earned Five-Star customer rating attests, each member of the Emerald Coast Marine Team reflects and embodies an unprecedented commitment to our customers.  

Our headquarters location in Niceville, FL is nestled on the north side of the Choctawhatchee Bay. It features a full-service marine center including a newly constructed dry stack storage facility, marina with wet slips, plus new and premium pre-owned boat sales, yacht and brokerage division, parts and service department, yacht club, boat club, and waterfront restaurant and bar. New two-story air-conditioned sales showroom offers a state-of-the-art showcase for top boat brands.

Our Orange Beach, AL dealership location is conveniently situated at The Wharf, one of Alabama’s premier waterfront destinations. Our retail location includes a 6000-square foot facility with inviting tropical, open-air showroom. ECM Orange Beach offers a display of new and premium pre-owned boats, along with brokerage and consignment units. 

Our newest location in Destin, FL is situated on busy Highway 98 near Harborwalk Village, in the very heart of boating activity. Our onsite sales facility includes a private sales office and lot featuring new and premium pre-owned inventory. 

Salary & Benefits

• Salary – $75 – $100+k commensurate with experience

• Monthly performance bonus options

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Experience Requirements:

• Marina Manager: 3 years (Preferred)

• Management: 5 years (Preferred)

To Apply:

To be considered, candidates must provide cover letter, resume, salary history for past three positions and up to three professional job references including reference name, title, company, email and telephone number. 

Forward information in confidence to:

ECM President Shawn Talpey

Shawn@EmeraldCoastMarine.com

DOCK HANDS

If you are looking to work around the water, have fun & get paid for it – Emerald Coast Marine may be the right fit for you!

The Gulf Coast’s fastest growing marine dealership is looking to fill multiple dock hand positions. If you’re looking for a team to grow with and want to grow your industry qualifications – look no further!

FORKLIFT OPERATORS

If you are looking to work around the water, have fun & get paid for it – Emerald Coast Marine may be the right fit for you!

The Gulf Coast’s fastest growing marine dealership is looking to fill two Forklift Operator positions. If you’re looking for a team to grow with and want to grow your industry qualifications – look no further!

The ideal candidate will have specific marine service experience and have knowledge of Diesel Engines, Generators, and Air Conditioning Systems. If you’re looking for a team to grow with and want to grow your industry qualifications – look no further!

MARINE SERVICE TECHNICIAN

The ideal candidate will have specific marine service experience and have knowledge of Yamaha, Mercury, and other motor applications. If you’re looking for a team to grow with and want to grow your industry qualifications – look no further!

Call or stop by today for more information on this position and to learn why ECMG has become one of the best places to work in Northwest Florida. Please email resumes or contact our Director of Operations at 850.974.2937

YACHT BROKERS

Join Northwest Florida’s fastest growing Marine Group.
The Emerald Coast Marine Group is headquartered in Niceville Florida, with retail and brokerage offices in Orange Beach AL and Destin, FL.

ECM Yacht division is searching for experienced, enthusiastic and professional brokers to join our team. Must be highly self-motivated, with superior organization and communication skills and conduct all business activities in an ethical, legal and professional manner.

Candidates should have a Florida State Yacht Sales License and have been active selling successfully for a minimum of two years in the industry with knowledge of the yacht sales cycle process along with a working knowledge using Yacht Closer, Yacht World and Boat Trader management.

Our broker management team arms you with high quality digital advertising and marketing materials, a large regional broker network, boat show presence, and the communication/closing tools for success.

Responsibilities:
• Seeking and identifying new customers
• Obtain New Brokerage Listings
• Networking and marketing in your local area
• Showing Vessels, Sea Trials and Survey coordination
• Oversee the delivery of each of their units sold

The Emerald Coast Marine Group is comprised of a team of passionate and enthusiastic individuals working towards a common goal, to provide our customers a seamless, all-inclusive boating experience.

If you have the motivation and a passion for the boating and fishing community, we will provide you the tools for a successful career. Contact Eric McFarlane at eric@ecmyachts.com or call 850.420.4391.