Engineer Careers Advice

Essential Skills and Experience

Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall condition of the onboard systems, reporting to the Captain. S/he is required to manage teams of up to 15 people. Chief Engineer will typically be required to plan maintenance periods in accordance with class society requirements.

Qualifications

Depends on the combined propulsion power and Gross Tonnage of the vessel. For larger yachts, a Chief Engineer Unlimited CoC will be required. High Voltage qualifications, and experience with new build projects is often desirable.

Essential Skills and Experience

Must be a good thinker. Good with your hands, and not afraid of dirty or malodourous tasks! The engineering team work best as a team, with everyone taking responsibility for the team. Dedication to the task, and an understanding of the importance of the role in keeping the rest of the vessels’ crew and guests safe.

Qualifications

Depends on the combined propulsion power and Gross Tonnage of the vessel. For larger yachts, a Chief Engineer Unlimited CoC will be required. High Voltage qualifications, and experience with new build projects is often desirable.

Essential Skills and Experience

If going down the ETO route, there is a case for getting your ETO CoC III/6 as you will be working with HV and can be signed on as an ETO for manning requirements. Good electrical background or degree will also be highly advantageous. With AVIT there are a number of courses that would be useful, mainly the Cisco CCNA, Crestron CTI, Microsoft Courses and CompTIA, Level 1 and 2 courses from providers like SEA Certify (Just ETOs) and Bond TM. Any cybersecurity qualifications are a bonus too.

A good background in AVIT installation or management is also beneficial. Troubleshooting and having fast answers are crucial when dealing with owners and guests. Due to this a strong and friendly personable manner are crucial as you will be face to face with HNWI frequently.