Temporary 3rd Engineer for Yard Period | 90m+ Motor Yacht

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09 October 2026

Whitewater Recruitment is looking for an experienced Temporary 3rd Engineer to join a 90m+ motor yacht for an upcoming winter shipyard period in the Western Mediterranean.

We're looking for a hands-on engineer who is confident getting stuck into maintenance work and can work independently without needing constant supervision.

This will be a busy yard period, so practical engineering experience is essential. We're interested in someone who already knows their way around an engine room.

The Role:

  • Temporary 3rd Engineer

  • 90m+ motor yacht

  • Western Mediterranean

  • Winter shipyard and maintenance period

  • Mid-November until just before Christmas, returning early January until approximately early March

  • Day rate negotiable, depending on experience

  • Shared cabin / shoreside accommodation provided

  • Return flights to a UK/EU destination provided for the Christmas break

  • Christmas break off contract, with the possibility of remaining onboard to work

  • Paid for days signed on, inclusive of leave

What We're Looking For:

  • Previous yacht engineering experience preferred

  • Strong practical maintenance and fault-finding skills

  • Confident working on pumps, motors, fans, purifiers and general engineering systems

  • Previous shipyard experience would be a big advantage

  • Relevant engineering qualifications but no ticket required.

  • Someone proactive, reliable and capable of working independently

  • A positive attitude and a willingness to get stuck in

This is a great opportunity for an experienced junior engineer looking for a few months of solid engineering work over the winter.

We're open to different engineering backgrounds, but you must have the practical experience to hit the ground running.

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