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Saltwater Recruitment

Chief Engineer

Start date : 25th August 2025

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Position Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 70m (230ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Posted 23rd Jun 2025

Job ID #2805422

Summary

ROTATIONAL CHIEF ENGINEER 70M+

We are seeking an experienced Chief Engineer for a 70m+ vessel that will be cruising the States/Caribbean/Med with a private/charter program. The vessel has recently done a yard period and is now in the Med.  

  • Candidates will have at least 2 years experience as Chief Engineer on a 60m+ and extensive experience with Caterpillar engines, and Northern EU-build machinery and systems. 
  • The owners are a great family to work for and there is a lot of longevity onboard among the Captain and HODs. The Captain has been with the owners for many, many years. 
  • A B1 visa is desirable. 
  • The vessel has done substantial maintenance and upgrades so has started the season in great shape. 

Package: 

  • Start: August/September, perfect for those who wish to enjoy some down time or have notice periods to work. 
  • Salary: USD DOE + annual Bonus, overall making a competitive package. 
  • Leave: 2:2 rotation 


Visas

  • B1/B2

Essential Qualifications

Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RIII/2 Y2 Chief Engineer (<3000gt <3000kW)/ Chief Engineer (SV) (<3000gt <9000kW)

About Saltwater Recruitment

Evolution House Iceni Court, Delft Way, Norwich, Norfolk, England, NR6 6BB [ view on map ]

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