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Job Description

I am working with a global yacht management company who are looking for an experienced Technical Manager to join their team in the London Office.  
  
This position is based in London, UK. All applicants must live within a commutable distance to the office and have existing Right to Work in the UK. There will be a substantial amount of European travel required in this role which will be funded by the company.

As a Technical Manager you will be responsible for providing general operational support for the technical aspects of a designated fleet of approximately ten yachts.
  
Duties:
  • Providing advice and expertise when required.
  • Provide support to other internal departments on technical matters as well as identify and promote technical commercial opportunities.
  • Manage Technical Compliance of a designated fleet of yachts assigned to you including carrying out technical inspections onboard.
  • Provide operational support - to help limit technical and ISM related defects.
  • Ensure a complete Planned Maintenance System is in place and in use.
  • Provide an executive summary on status and forecasts for the technical management of your assigned fleet.
  • Maintain sound working relationships with the crew and clients.

The ideal candidate will have:
  • Experience sailing as Chief Engineer / 2nd Engineer onboard Superyachts above 60M or Cruise ships.
  • STCW III/2 Chief Engineer (Unlimited) or STCW Y1 marine engineer 3,000GT and <9,000kW.
  • Fluency in English both written and spoken at a high professional level.
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask.
  • A high degree of computer literacy
  • Ability to prioritize and complete time sensitive tasks.
  • A high degree of attention to detail, capable of checking/ recording information accurately
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite and planned maintenance systems.
  • Self-motivated, able to solve problems and manage their own time.
  • Absolute discretion and confidentiality.
  • Flexibility to travel frequently.
 Desirable but not essential:
  • Experience working in a Yacht Management Company in a similar role.
  • Qualification in auditing prosses and standards such as ISM Lead Auditor
  • Previous shore-based experience as an Engineering Superintendent, Technical Manager or Surveyor.
The starting salary for this role is £60,000 (depending on experience), with discretionary bonuses and pay rises based on performance. 

If you are interested, please click apply or send an up to date CV to Joeleen.Rowe@Faststream.com for more information.
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