2nd Engineer 80m+ Private/Charter Sailing Yacht
Wilsonhalligan are looking for a rotational Second Engineer, to join an 80m private and charter sail yacht that is currently in Northern Europe.
The position would suit an experienced Second Engineer from smaller yachts looking to move onto a larger vessel, holding and SV Second Engineer ticket as a minimum. The yacht is currently undergoing a refit, so any experience in this area will also be looked upon favourably.
Requirements:
SV Second Engineer
STCW
ENG1
Package:
2:2 rotation
Salary DOE
Start April
2nd Engineer 80m+ Private Motor Yacht
We are working with a Northern European new build, looking for a Second Engineer to join them in the latter parts of the build.
The ideal candidate will have proven longevity in a similar role, on board a similar size vessel. And hold a Second Engineer Unlimited license.
It offers the opportunity to work with some established yacht Owners, and a great build team. To join a world travelling programme and work with a very reputable yard during the final build stages.
Requirements:
Second Engineer Unlimited
STCW
ENG1
Package:
Salary: DOE
Start: May
Rotation: 2:2
4th Engineer 100m+ Private Motor Yacht
We are looking for a Fourth Engineer to join a large, 100m+, Northern European new build yacht. Joining the programme in the yard, in Europe, in August 2025.
The position is very hands on and would suit a candidate with excellent welding and machining experience. And offers the opportunity to work a time for time rotation, with an excellent Engineering team where there is the opportunity for growth and development.
Requirements:
EWR CoC III/4 or III/5
STCW
ENG1
Package:
3:3 rotation
Salary DOE
Start August
3rd Engineer 100m+ Private Motor Yacht
Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Third Engineer, to join a new build, Northern European motor yacht. The boat is due to launch later in 2025 and the Chief Engineer is looking for a candidate to join in August.
The role would suit an accomplished Third Engineer, who is looking to work at the final stages of build, and continue to sail with the vessel once operational. The ideal candidate will have experience on board yachts over 80m in a similar role, hold and EOOW and a good all round Engineering knowledge.
Requirements:
EOOW
STCW
ENG1
Package:
2:2 rotation
Salary : DOE
Start August
Chief Engineer – 36m MY
Chief Engineer required
36m MY
Very busy charter yacht
The yacht is currently in Spain and will be France & Amalfi based for summer 2025.
April start date
Permanent position
Y3 required
Salary - 7000 euros
The point of contact for this position is [email protected]
Chief Engineer – 65m MY
Chief Engineer required
65m MY
Currently having a refit in the States
Y2 required
Full time position
Salary - 10K USD per month
For more information, please contact [email protected].
Y3 Engineer- Non Rotation
FULL TIME = NO ROTATION
Seeking a hands-on, experienced Sole Engineer for a 43m private/charter M/Y. Y3 ticket required.
Vessel is currently doing a shipyard period in South Florida that is including their 15 year survey.
Vessel is based in South Florida/Fort Lauderdale in-between seasons. Positionwould suit someone that has a home base in Fort Lauderdale. You would be able to go home at night when in port but would need close by and also stand your watch.
Excellent benefits/salary increases and top notch medical insurance including dental.
Caribbean winter/New England summers. Charters booked for summer and winter months.
Excellent crew onboard, great Captain. Relaxed vibe with a happy crew that all enjoy their job.
US owners.
B1/B2 visa in hand, STCW, ENG1, Y3 license or equivalate
Salary: 10k per month - DOE
Leave: 1 month ( for the first year). Extra time off w/o pay when possible- in-between seasons
Point of contact is [email protected]
2nd Engineer/Deck
We are currently looking for a deck/2nd engineer. When on charter then position is deck. When owner or charter guests are not on board, the position is engineering (working alongside the chief engineer).
The boat is a 164 Westport. Very well maintained. Owners are US and nice; they only use the boat for 2-3 weeks of the year. There is a good budget for maintenance.
Crew is UK, US, Belgium, SA, Canada, Jamaica and Philippines.
We are based in the Bahamas and Caribbean and run a busy charter schedule. We have 5 charters booked from now until August. Will be in the shipyard in Fort Lauderdale for Sept - Oct of this year.
The previous deck/eng has been on board for 3 years and is stepping up to the position of rotational chief engineer.
Start date for the new candidate would be asap; had originally planned for early May but the current deck/eng needs to return home for family reasons.
Ideally Im looking for someone with strong AV & IT skills. The candidate does not necessarily need an engineering background but must have an aptitude or ability for basic engineering and, as already mentioned, a good understanding of AV & IT.
Female and male candidates welcome.
Salary would be up to $7,500 per month, depending on experience and skill-set. Shared cabin. 38 days of paid vacation per year.
Point of contact is [email protected]
DC5057 – ENGINEER REQUIRED FOR A 30M+ PRIVATE NEW BUILD MOTOR YACHT
Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Kuwait Summer TBC
We are looking for an experienced Engineer for this new build yacht; with 4 Volvo D13 735kw M/E and 4 Volvo IPS pods. The yacht runs with a crew of five, Great Captain, and crew on board and the yacht is a part of a fleet. More info to follow at interview stage.
REQUIREMENTS
AEC 1/2 or Y4
STCW95
ENG1
IT Skills
Fishing experience a bonus
PACKAGE
Salary: up to 8000$ DOE NEG
Leave: 38 days leave
Flight allowance
Medical cover
DC5058 – ROTATIONAL SECOND ENGINEER REQUIRED FOR A 50M PRIVATE MOTOR YACHT
Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Mediterranean - Dubai
We are looking for a 2nd Engineer for a 50m MY; used for short trips in Dubai in winter and one longer 3-4 week trip in the Med in the summer. Your first stint onboard would only be 4 weeks and then the following time 10 weeks rotation starts. Next winter will be a shipyard period in the Med. More info to follow at interview stage.
REQUIREMENTS
1-2 yrs experience on yachts
Y4, MEOL or EOOW
STCW95
ENG1
PACKAGE
Salary: 6000 EUR
10:10 weeks rotation
Flights
Medical cover
DC5059 – ENGINEER REQUIRED FOR A 30M+ PRIVATE/CHARTER NEW BUILD MOTOR YACHT
Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Mediterranean Sea
We are looking for an experienced Engineer for this yacht, which launched end of summer 2024. Perhaps someone that has been 2nd engineer on a larger yacht and motivated to take on more responsibility and also likes being active and enjoy watersports. Good knowledge of IDEA is necessary and new build experience. This role could potentially lead to rotation after the summer 2025. More details to follow at interview stage.
REQUIREMENTS
Y3
STCW95
ENG1
Knowledge of IDEA
3-4 yrs experience in yachting
PACKAGE
Salary: 7500-8000 EUR DOE
38 days
Flights
Medical cover
Deck/Engineer
42 meter private/charter yacht is looking for a male Deck/Engineer.
Must have AEC and a Yachtmaster would be a great bonus.
Minimum 1 year experience as a deck/engineer.
This position is to start May 1st in West Palm Beach.
Must have B1/B2 Visa in hand.
The vessel will be in West Palm Beach for a short yard period before she crosses to the Med for the summer charter season. Winter will be in the Bahamas and Caribbean.
Point of contact is [email protected]
DC5001 – GENERAL APPLICATION ENGINEERS
We are always looking for Engineers so please feel free to send us your CV along with the required documentation from our check list and we will keep you on file for any suitable future opportunities. In the meantime please follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook to see our job posts.
DC5056 – ENGINEER REQUIRED FOR A 30M+ PRIVATE/CHARTER NEW BUILD MY
Start date: POSITION FILLED
Itinerary: Mediterranean Sea until after the summer 2025 when it has some interesting places in the pipeline
We are looking for an experienced Engineer for this yacht, which is still in the build stage and launches end of summer 2024. Perhaps someone that has been 2nd engineer on a larger yacht and motivated to take on more responsibility. Good knowledge of IDEA is necessary. This role could potentially lead to rotation after the summer 2025. More details to follow at interview stage.
REQUIREMENTS
Y3
STCW95
ENG1
PACKAGE
Salary: 7500 EUR DOE
38 days
Flights
Medical cover

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