Summary
Magnitude are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Chief Engineer to join a prestigious 56m Sailing Yacht currently under construction. This is a unique opportunity to be involved in a significant new build project, with the position transitioning to full-time onboard Chief Engineer upon vessel delivery with full rotation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Actively participate on-site during the new build, working closely with the owner’s team, shipyard, and contractors.
- Oversee engineering development including drawing approvals, day-to-day inspections, factory acceptance tests, commissioning, and sea trials.
- Lead engineering working meetings and coordinate with project stakeholders.
- Ensure all Class & Flag standards and regulations are met or exceeded.
- Prepare the vessel for operation including operational procedures, planned maintenance system population, and owner-supplied equipment.
- Prepare documentation and procedures required for the implementation of the Mini ISM within the engineering department.
- Manage the vessel’s engineering systems post-delivery, maintaining high operational readiness.
- Provide leadership within the project and the vessel’s technical team.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the yachting industry, with prior experience on large sailing yachts.
- Previous involvement in new builds and refit projects.
- Strong technical understanding of design & development and hands-on experience across yacht engineering systems.
- Minimum qualification Y3 CoC.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Proactive, highly organized, and capable of working independently and as part of a team.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
Additional Information:
- The role is based full-time on-site in Europe during the construction phase.
- Post-delivery, the Chief Engineer will join the yacht for operational duties.
- Salary and employment conditions will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.