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Columbia Yacht Services / CYS

1st Engineer in Spain

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Position Engineering > 1st Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 120m (394ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 12th Nov 2025

Job ID #3365699

Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled 1st Engineer to join a prestigious 120m+ private motor yacht.

The vessel is professionally managed and offers a stable, rotational position with excellent working conditions and a strong multinational crew on board.


Position Details:

  • Rotation: Permanent rotation – 10 weeks on / 10 weeks off
  • Probation Period: 90 days
  • Location: Currently based in Spain
  • Start Date: 5th December (available from 1st December for handover)
  • Contract: MLC compliant, including medical insurance and flights provided


Requirements:

  • Valid STCW A-III/2 Chief Engineer CoC
  • Minimum 3+ years of experience as 1st Engineer on 100m+ yachts or with a solid commercial background
  • MTU 1163 and MTU 12V 4000 experience strongly preferred
  • Excellent technical knowledge, proactive work ethic, and strong communication skills


Please note that only shortlisted candidates who meet the above requirements will be contacted.

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • Schengen/ Visa-Free Exemption (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/2 Y1 Chief Engineer (<3000gt <9000kW)/ Chief Engineer (SV) (<3000gt <9000kW)

Location

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  • Destination Worldwide/TBC
  • Current Location Spain

About Columbia Yacht Services / CYS

Columbia House, 21 Spyrou Kyprianou Avenue, CY-4042 Limassol [ view on map ]

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