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Head of Department

2nd Engineer in Italy

Start date : 22nd November 2025

TBC EUR(€)

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Position Engineering > 2nd Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 80m (262ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 6th Nov 2025

Job ID #3218289

Summary

Position: Second Engineer – 78m Motor Yacht

We are seeking an experienced Second Engineer for a 78m private dual-season motor yacht, recently launched and currently based in the Mediterranean. The vessel is fully MLC and commercially registered and looking at making the commercial transition with charters booked in the near future.

  • Start Date: 22 November
  • Rotation: 2:2
  • Salary: DOE (paid in EUR)
  • Language: Fluent English (written & spoken)
  • Qualifications: 2nd Eng Unlimited, Y3, SV EOOW, or equivalent CoC
  • Experience: 2 years as a 2nd Engineer. Commercial background will be considered if you have 2 years in yachting and strong references, which will be checked.

The vessel features an AZIPOD diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system, so a strong technical background is essential. Electrical knowledge and experience with CAT engines are advantageous.

The boat is recently launched and completed a short Med season, and entering an Indian Ocean winter program before returning to the Med for summer.

You’ll have a few days handover with the current 2nd Engineer for a smooth transition, and will work with highly experienced Chief Engineers who have been within the programme for years. Candidates must be organized, communicative, and highly computer literate.

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2

Essential Qualifications

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

Location

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  • Destination Worldwide/TBC
  • Current Location Italy

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