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The Crew Network

Chief Engineer in Italy

Start date : 12th February 2026

9,000 EUR(€)

per month

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Position Engineering > Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 60m (197ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 1 - 2 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 12th Feb 2026

Job ID #3894707

Summary

Job ID: 1646842

Position: Chief Engineer

Yacht: 60m Private Motor Yacht

Location: Mediterranean

Start date: ASAP - Permanent contract 

Itinerary: Med

License required: 3000gt/9000 kw license.

Requirements: Valid STCW, ENG1 (or equivalent Medical Fitness Certificate). Candidates must hold an EU passport or any nationality not requiring a Schengen visa.

We are seeking a Chief Engineer for a 60m private yacht with a low-key family environment, therefore discretion, professionalism, and discipline are essential.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years' experience in a similar role on yachts of comparable size, be hands-on, proactive, and reliable.

Important details:

  • Strict no-alcohol, no-smoking, no-vaping policy on board.
  • Non visible tattoos only 
  • No couples considered.
  • No parties or celebrations on board — birthdays to be celebrated ashore.
  • No shore leave while the Owner is on board.
  • Crew expected to be on standby 24/7 during the season.
  • Strong NDA and social media restrictions apply (no photos or online posts).

Fluent English required

Leave days: 60 days

Salary: 9K (non-negotiable)

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 Y2 Chief Engineer (<3000gt <3000kW)/ Chief Engineer (SV) (<3000gt <9000kW)

Location

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  • Homeport Italy
  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location Italy

About The Crew Network

Via Coppino 435, 55049, Viareggio (LU), Italy [ view on map ]

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