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Chief Engineer in France

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Position Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 44m (144ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Yacht Built 1993/2022/2024-2025

Number of Crew 9

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 25th Jun 2025

Job ID #2393385

Summary

Job Opportunity : Chief Engineer for Yacht Charter Operations

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Chief Engineer to join our newly purchased yacht, which has a successful charter history in Croatia. The yacht has been delivered from Holland to a shipyard in the south of France for a major refit, after which it will operate in the Mediterranean for one season, primarily in the Adriatic Sea, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the maintenance and operation of all engineering systems on board.
  • Perform hands-on tasks to ensure the yacht remains in excellent working condition.
  • Manage the MTU engines, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Maintain the jet tender and jet skis.

Requirements:

  • Chief Engineer certification (3000kW).
  • Strong experience in maintaining busy charter yachts.
  • Proficient in MTU engine maintenance.
  • Experience with jet tenders and jet skis is essential.
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

This is a permanent position with 60 days off annually, offering the opportunity to work in exciting Mediterranean destinations. If you are available and ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you!

Don't hesitate to apply!

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • Schengen (or EU Resident)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RIII/3 Y3 Chief Engineer (<500gt <3000kW)/ Chief Engineer (SV) (<500gt 3000kW)

Location

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  • Homeport South of France, France
  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location France