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Captain

Chief Engineer in Netherlands

Start date : 1st March 2026

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Position Engineering > Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 55m (180ft)

Vessel Type New Build

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Yacht Built 2026

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 1 - 2 years

Posted 11th Feb 2026

Job ID #3893255

Summary

A new build 55m motor yacht is looking for a Chief Engineer to join for the last few months of the build in Northern Europe. Due to start sea trials in mid April with delivery scheduled for June. Owners trip in August in the Western Med, before winter in the Med. Yacht will have a 2nd Engineer who has worked on the owners current yacht and several other crew in place who are moving over also. Ideally looking for candidates with previous Chief Engineer experience, someone who is good at keeping records, keeps on top of planned maintenance, can work well with the shipyard aftersales on warranty items. Must be relaxed and able to get on well with crew and guests.

More detailed info to be given at interview to shortlisted candidates.

SV Chief Engineer / Y2 or equivalent required. Updated STCW, ENG1, driving licence etc.

Package details to be discussed at interview, industry standard medical insurance, flights etc.

Please include a cover letter with your application.

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)
  • 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 Netherlands

More from Captain

  • Starting 1st Mar 2026
  • Permanent
  • 55m (180ft) New Build
  • Netherlands

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