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Blue Ocean Yachting Powered By Crew Unlimited

Chief Engineer in Antigua & Barbuda

Start date : 31st March 2026

TBC EUR(€)

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Position Engineering > Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 50m (164ft)

Vessel Type Sailing Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 26th Feb 2026

Job ID #3911213

Summary

Looking for: Rotational Engineer - 10wks/10wks

Start: Engineer End of March 2026 Caribbean or mid-April, Palma Mallorca

50m private classic ketch - private usage.

Currently: Caribbean/trans-Atlantic. Early summer in Med. Late summer in New England USA.

Visa - B1/B2

Licence: minimum requirement is an MEOL licence. Preferred SV 2nd Engineer.

Candidate description:

Responsible for engine room upkeep, preventative maintenance (oil, filter changes etc), general engineering (servicing pumps and motors).

A high level of Electrical and IT/Network knowledge and experience is essential.

Should have friendly personality and be outgoing.

A seasoned sailor. We sail a lot and like to sail on deliveries. Working knowledge of navigation and rules of road.

Vessel works closely with ISP for network management and security

Good knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and databases.

Knowledge of vessel maintenance systems (IDEA).

Assist on deck/general safety and sailing.

Train 2nd engineer & deckhand/bosun in basic engine room repairs/servicing, yacht maintenance/operations.

Manage contractors, day workers etc.

During guest/owner trips to assist other crew as necessary


Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2
  • Schengen/ Visa-Free Exemption (or EU Resident)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • Drivers License
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA Marine Engine Operator License (Y)

Location

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  • Destination Caribbean Sea
  • Current Location Antigua & Barbuda

About Blue Ocean Yachting Powered By Crew Unlimited

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