Head Engineer- Private Island in Bahamas

Category:
Engineering Jobs, Shore Based Jobs
Positions:
Chief Engineer, Sole Engineer
Job posted:
January 14, 2025
This job advert has been checked and approved by Yacrew.

Seeking a Lead Engineer for a land based rotational position in the Bahamas.
6 weeks on/off. Private Island.
 
Candidates that are located in the USA or close to only at this time.
 
This could be the perfect role for someone transitioning out of yachting and is wanting to be shoreside.
 
 Applicants with longevity and excellent references will be considered. 
 
This is a 95% hands-on role, where practical engineering knowledge is essential. Candidate will be overseeing the scheduled maintenance and repairs on all buildings and facilities including generating plant, reverse-osmosis plant, heavy machinery, fleet of watercraft and toys, fleet of golf carts, HVAC in buildings, pool and sauna facilities.
 
The position would suit a self-starter with a sober, mature temperament, that is organized and able to work well within a team and oversee temporary contractors at times. They must be confident keeping inventories of the warehouse and following the IDEA planned maintenance system.
 
 
Must have a sound practical knowledge of:
Generator Plant maintenance (600/400v step down to 209 /110) Bunkering operations High voltage Electrical Domestic Electrical A good grasp of AV/IT (PABX, WAP, Crestron) HVAC and refrigeration Auto electrical Hydraulics Heavy machinery operation, maintenance and servicing Small engine, marine outboards, trailer maintenance Stock and inventory control. Experience operating heavy machinery and watercraft a bonus. Start date~ late January 2025
Salary~ TBD and DOE

Certificates and Qualifications:

A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate is required from all applicants. Please sign up for an STCW course and obtain the certificate if you don't have it yet.