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At DOSC, every day is different. We are a team of talented individuals who love what we do, take pride in our work, and strive to make a difference. 

If you’re passionate about getting out on the water and you love the idea of working with similarly-minded people who serve a dedicated and close-knit community of sailors,  working at DOSC could be what you’ve been looking for. 

If you want to contribute to our vision to practice and promote the values of the sport of sailing, and support the growth of non-motorised watersports in the UAE, please send in your resume. In particular, we are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals with RYA-accredited instructor credentials. 

Current Vacancies

Job Description

1. Position Title

Instructor Dinghy

2. Department

Sailing

3. Reports To

Chief Instructor, Sailing Supervisor, Senior Instructor

4. Job Purpose

Assist the Senior Dinghy Instructor in organising and delivering sailing lessons and courses to members, visitors, or school groups, ensuring a fun, active, and rewarding experience.

Seasonal position: September 2025 – End of June 2026

5. Responsibilities

  • Deliver dinghy sailing and powerboating instruction per National & Youth RYA schemes.
  • Uphold all RYA standards at all times.
  • Maintain safety and clear instruction on land and water.
  • Perform waterfront duties: safety cover, customer service, shore tasks.
  • Implement and monitor water safety measures.
  • Assist with maintenance of department equipment and facilities.
  • Support race/regatta setup: inflating marks, setting courses, providing safety cover.
  • Run RYA powerboating courses if qualified.
  • Rescue and tow yachts back to marina berths as needed.

6. Qualifications

Essential

  • RYA Dinghy Instructor certificate
  • Powerboat Level 2
  • Valid First Aid certificate for contract duration
  • Experience teaching both beginners and advanced sailors
  • 1–2 years’ dinghy instructor or related experience

Desirable

  • Optimist sailing and coaching experience
  • RYA Powerboat Instructor certification
  • RYA Safety Boat 1 certificate

7. Skills

  • Confidently lead sailing sessions
  • Strong work ethic
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Goal-oriented, organised team player

8. Communications & Relationships

Internal

Collaborate effectively with management and all staff levels.

External

Represent the club professionally, maintaining exemplary conduct.

DOSC SAILING CALENDAR 2019-20