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Owner or Representative

Chief Engineer in Italy

Start date : 20th June 2025

9,000 EUR(€)

per month

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Position Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 55m (180ft)

Vessel Type New Build

Charter/Private Charter

Position Type Rotational (TBC)

Yachting Experience 10+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 14th Jun 2025

Job ID #2792711

Summary

Position: Rotational Chief Engineer

Rotation: 10 weeks on / 10 weeks off

Location: New Build Yacht – Delivery End of August

Minimum Requirements: Y2 CoC or Commercial Chief Engineer Unlimited


We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Rotational Chief Engineer to join our team and rotate with our current Chief Engineer, who is currently overseeing the build of a new private yacht due for delivery at the end of August. This is a full-time rotational position, with a 10 weeks on / 10 weeks off schedule.



Key Requirements:



  • Minimum qualification: Y2 Certificate of Competency (or higher) or Commercial Chief Engineer Unlimited
  • Proven experience as a Chief Engineer on large yachts or commercial vessels
  • Familiarity with Deep Blue planned maintenance system (PMS) is essential
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage all engineering aspects onboard independently during your rotation
  • Must be proactive, a good communicator, and a team player




Responsibilities:



  • Oversee all engineering operations onboard during your rotation
  • Maintain high standards of safety, compliance, and efficiency
  • Ensure smooth handovers between rotations
  • Use and maintain the Deep Blue PMS effectively
  • Work closely with the current Chief Engineer during the build transition and delivery phase



This is an exciting opportunity to join a professional and well-run program from the start of a new build project.


Start Date: Ideally in time for final phases of the build.

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • Schengen (or EU Resident)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • Drivers License
Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RIII/2 Y2 Chief Engineer (<3000gt <3000kW)/ Chief Engineer (SV) (<3000gt <9000kW)

Location

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  • Homeport Italy
  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location Italy

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