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SECTRE

2nd Engineer

Start date : 1st March 2025

6,000 EUR(€)

per month

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Position 2nd Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 60m (197ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 1 - 2 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 20th Feb 2025

Job ID #2655728

Summary

A fit, keen, experienced, and hard-working second engineer is required for a 60-meter vessel based in the Indian Ocean and UAE with regular long passage cruising to great locations. The ideal candidate should hold a minimum of AEC, but a higher COC would be preferred, i.e., EOOW or Y3, and should possess a good amount of AV/IT skill. The right engineer should have excellent hands-on mechanical skills and aptitude, be able to follow instructions with ease, and be willing and more than able to take on tasks autonomously and timeously. Candidates from the commercial sector are welcomed, as are solo engineers looking to take the step up to a larger vessel. The role will involve maintaining all mechanical and electrical systems onboard, looking after tenders and toys, operating IDEA PMS, and ensuring you keep a clean, safe working environment at all times. 

 The role is to start March 1st, 2025, with a handover planned with the outgoing engineer. Earlier start may be possible to get more handover time.

Job Specification

  • Valid STCW \'10 Certificates
  • Valid ENG1 medical with no restrictions
  • Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
  • Certificate of Competency (COC): Minimum AEC but EOOW / Y3 preferred 
  • Minimum of 2+ years of maritime experience on yachts or in the commercial industry
  • Hands-on mechanical and electrical ability
  • AVIT System knowledge and experience are a requirement. The stronger you are, the better your chances of landing this role.
  • IDEA planned maintenance experience is an advantage
  • Fit, active, and of good health and sobriety
  • Must speak fluent English
  • Watersports, diving, surfing, fishing, and sailing experience are big pluses.
  • Must have good written references and contact details must be provided

Benefits

  • Salary: EUR 6,000 / month
  • Leave 75 days per year, preferably taken in 2 or 3 periods
  • Flights paid 
  • Medical paid
  • Shared cabin
  • Excellent opportunity to build miles and seatime
  • Birthday bonus and annual bonuses are paid


Languages

English / Fluent

Essential Qualifications

Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC 1 & 2) Certificate

Location

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  • Destination Indian Ocean

About SECTRE

Manhattan Place 1009 130 Bree Street Cape Town 8001 [ view on map ]

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