Chief Engineer

We are seeking a driven and experienced Chief Engineer to join our dynamic team.

Responsibilities Yacht :

1. Operation & Maintenance of All Engineering Systems

• Oversee operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain main engines, generators, gearboxes, propulsion systems, steering gear, and stabilizers.
• Ensure proper operation of HVAC, water makers, black/grey water systems, pumps, compressors, and fuel systems.

2. Safety, Compliance & Certification

• Ensure full compliance with flag-state, class, and international regulations (SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM as applicable).
• Maintain up-to-date engineering logs, safety equipment records, and certificates.
• Conduct regular safety checks on fire-fighting systems (FIFI), bilge systems, and emergency machinery.
• Participate in and lead safety drills alongside the Captain.

3. Planned Maintenance System (PMS) Management

• Implement and maintain the vessel's PMS (e.g., AMOS, IDEA, or manual schedules).
• Schedule and carry out preventative maintenance tasks to minimize downtime.
• Track consumables, running hours, spares usage, and maintenance intervals.

4. Troubleshooting & Emergency Response

• Diagnose and resolve mechanical or electrical failures quickly to ensure vessel reliability.
• Lead emergency responses during engine alarms, power loss, fire, flooding, or fuel issues.
• Restore critical systems within safe operational limits.

5. Fuel, Water & Energy Management

• Oversee bunkering operations, including sampling, safety precautions, and record-keeping.
• Monitor fuel and oil consumption, emissions, and efficiency.
• Manage fresh water production and storage, wastewater systems, and power load balancing.

6. Shipyard & Refit Supervision

• Plan and supervise yard periods, refits, haul-outs, and major repairs.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and surveyors.
• Ensure all work meets class and manufacturer specifications.

7. Inventory & Spare Parts Control

• Maintain accurate inventory of critical spares, tools, oils, consumables, and technical supplies.
• Manage procurement, supplier relationships, and budget tracking for the engineering department.

8. Documentation & Technical Reporting

• Keep detailed engine room logs, maintenance records, oil record books, defect reports, and manuals.
• Prepare technical reports for the Captain, management company, or vessel owner.
• Maintain up-to-date technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and manuals.

9. Crew Management & Collaboration

• Supervise any assistant engineer or ETO (if carried).
• Coordinate closely with the Captain, Officer of the Watch, Deck, and Interior departments.
• Train crew on emergency equipment, safe engine room practices, and basic troubleshooting.

10. Guest Support & Operational Readiness

• Ensure all guest-related systems (A/C, water pressure, generators, stabilizers) run reliably.
• Provide technical support during guest trips, charters, and long passages.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe engine room environment.

Requirements:

• Technical Skills
• Safety & Compliance Skills
• Operational Skills
• Problem-Solving & Emergency Response Skills
• Leadership & Communication Skills