Open Rotational Sole Chief Engineer Position

FreyRecruitment #25/0798.

Position Rotational Sole Chief Engineer

Start Date May 2025

Location Mediterranean

Salary DOE

Leave 8:8 Rotation

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details 52m Sailing Yacht – Private & Charter

Dual-season program acting as mothership to an owner’s race yacht. Regattas include Antibes (June), Les Voiles de St Tropez (end of season), and St Barths Bucket (Caribbean winter). Circumnavigation planned for 2027 onward.

Responsibilities

Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic and sailing systems

Ensure engineering readiness for regattas and extended cruising

Work closely with the deck team during racing and private trips

Requirements

Y3 qualification minimum

Strong sailing and hydraulic systems knowledge

Proven experience as Sole or Chief Engineer on similar-sized sailing vessels

Male candidates only due to cabin arrangements

Benefits

Regatta participation

World cruising itinerary

Rotation schedule for work-life balance

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Job Summary

  • Position:Rotational Sole Chief Engineer
  • Start date:May 2025
  • Location:Mediterranean
  • Salary:DOE
  • Leave:8:8 Rotation
  • Contract:Permanent
  • Experience:Strong sailing and hydraulic systems knowledge