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Vela Recruitment

Chief Engineer in Italy

Start date : 15th May 2026

8,000 EUR(€)

per month

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Position Engineering > Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 50m (164ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 8th Mar 2026

Job ID #3922860

Summary

Rotational Chief Engineer - Busy Private/Charter 50m M/Y

We are looking for an experienced chief engineer with charter experience on yachts 40m and a Y3, to join a very busy private and charter yacht. We are looking for proven longevity on yachts 40m+,and a proactive and can-do attitude.


Start date: 15th May

Package: Salary €8000, 2:2 Rotation

Itinerary: Western & Eastern Med


Responsibilities & attributes required:

2 years+ yachting experience

Positive and proactive personality

Proven longevity

Strong communication skills

Charter experience a bonus


Qualifications:

STCW BST

ENG1

Y3

VISA: Schengen Visa in hand/ EU Passport

Languages

English / Fluent

French / Basic

Visas

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

Essential Qualifications

Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RIII/3 Y3 Chief Engineer (<500gt <3000kW)/ Chief Engineer (SV) (<500gt 3000kW)

Location

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  • Homeport France
  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location Italy

About Vela Recruitment

South of France [ view on map ]

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