Rotational First Engineer – Private 100m +

About This role

Rotational First Engineer – Private 100m +

• Start: 1st December 2026
• Location: Europe / Northern Red Sea
• Package: Salary in Euro – 176 paid day leave

Experience and attributes required:

• Previous experience of 2 years on larger yachts 80m+ or cruise vessels as First Engineer or Second Engineer
• Strong knowledge of marine engineering systems, including diesel generators, propulsion, auxiliary machinery, fuel treatment, cooling and HVAC systems
• Proven record of maintaining high operational standards within a multi-national engineering team
• Extensive experience managing shipyard periods and refits, including contractor coordination, supervision, and project follow-up
• Experience with planned maintenance systems, preferably IDEA or AMOS
• Proven hands-on experience with ABB Azipod C propulsion systems, including monitoring, maintenance, and liaison with OEMs
• Sound working knowledge of refrigeration systems, including chillers, cold rooms, freezers, and associated control systems
• Good understanding of HVAC, fuel, lubrication, bilge, fire-fighting, and hydraulic systems
• Strong knowledge of ISM, Class, and Flag requirements, including watchkeeping responsibilities
• Practical, hands-on leader with excellent organisational, communication, and decision-making skills
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Proactive and capable of working independently
• Good communication and teamwork and practical approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Safety-conscious with strong attention to detail and adaptable and able to work under pressure

Qualifications required:

• STCW III/2 – Chief Engineer (Unlimited)
• High Voltage (preferred)
• Crowd Management
• Crisis Management and Human Behaviour
• STCW (fully updated)
• Seafarer's Medical Certificate valid for at least 6 months
• Schengen visa or right to work in Europe
• Seaman Discharge Book

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the recruitment team if they meet the client's requirements.