Deckhand/3rd Engineer – Private 55m M/Y

Category:
Deck Jobs
Positions:
Deckhand, 3rd Engineer
Job posted:
December 31, 2025

About this role

Deckhand/3rd Engineer opportunity aboard Private 55m M/Y

Start date: January 5th, 2026

Package: Competitive Salary paid in Euros with 60 days leave

Itinerary: Med cruising

We are looking for a Deckhand/Engineer to join this dynamic deck and engineering team. Summer cruising will be in the Med, followed by a large refit period next winter – an excellent opportunity for someone seeking to develop their engineering skillset.

Experience/Skills required:

  • Minimum 1 year Deckhand experience on superyachts with a strong interest in engineering
  • Exterior maintenance knowledge of painting, varnishing, stripping, waxing and products
  • Experience in tender driving and towing for water sports is preferable
  • Possessing a strong interest and knowledge of “hands on” engineering
  • Professional appearance
  • Excellent English language skills both written and oral

Qualifications required:

  • STCW (fully updated) with PSA/PDSD
  • Seafarer’s Medical Certificate (with 6 months’ validity)
  • Power Boat Level 2 as a minimum
  • AEC or an engineering trade would be a plus

Candidates who meet the criteria will be contacted by the hiring team if selected for further consideration.

Work Experience Requirements:

All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Yacht or a Cruise Ship.

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

Certificates and Qualifications:

A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate is required from all applicants. Please sign up for an STCW course and obtain the certificate if you don't have it yet.