Superyacht Diesel Engineer

**Job Description:**

We are currently seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our team at Ptw - Shipyard.

As a Superyacht Diesel Engineer, you will be responsible for performing repair and maintenance works on the engine room equipment and all auxiliary systems of yachts, meeting or beating schedule.

The selected person must have at least 5 years of proven experience performing similar tasks.

Main Responsibilities:

• Wide knowledge of the marine industry, preferably in the superyacht arena.
• Budget, plan, supervise and launch the work of the department.
• Execution of work on engines and generators on board the customer's vessel.
• Types of work to be carried out: inspections, maintenance, repairs, fault diagnosis and repairs.
• Installations, maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair of various types of mechanical equipment on yachts and superyachts (shafts, rudders, stabilizers, water pumps, valves, injectors, injection pumps, propellers).
• Conducting plumbing and intake repairs.
• Repairing faulty hydraulic and steering systems.
• Ensure the use of the correct tools and materials.
• Defining work processes and supervising their correct execution.
• Writing and control of reports.
• Follow the safety rules, regulations and procedures described by the company, in marinas and on-board vessels.
• Keep a clean work area that ensures safe work practices and supports a professional work environment with high quality standards.
• Fulfill with the project schedule. Be inured to work under pressure conditions with work deadlines and excellence in the result.
• Report to the operations manager the status of the work and timely recommendations to improve the quality and efficiency of the department.
• Report to project managers on the planning and execution status of work.
• Ensuring the maintenance and improvement of the facilities.
• Performing other tasks as directed by the operations manager.
• Willingness to travel from time to time.
• Transfer knowledge and train team members.

Requirements:

• Strong focus on results, quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Ability to work with the team and independently, including supervision and dealing with outside subcontractors.
• Ability to follow up and report on an activity.
• Flexible to change jobs and varying job assignments, often daily.
• Training and constant learning is required to support the business.

Salary and Benefits:

This is a permanent full-time position with a competitive salary package of approximately **€60,000 per year**, plus 30 days paid vacation days.

About Us:

Ptw - Shipyard is a luxury superyacht shipyard based in [location]. We specialize in designing and building high-end yachts and offer a wide range of services, including maintenance and repair.