Welcome to the Viking Crew maritime job search portal for first engineer jobs.
A First Engineer is in charge of all engine maintenance, overseeing all machinery throughout the vessel- organising the work to be done and scheduling who on the team is the best for the job. In a 1st engineer job role, you will also take on the part of trainer for the rest of the maintenance crew, as well as working with new trainees to help them begin their own maritime engineering careers.
As a chief marine engineer, you could work on a range of vessels from cargo ships and large vessels to passenger cruises and superyachts.
Looking for maritime vacancies is the first crucial step in being able to travel the world in a chief engineer job aboard these vessels and pick up invaluable experiences as you work. Viking is happy to help you find the perfect senior engineer position for you so you can get to work on board.
Bosun required for a 65m+ private sailing yacht
We are looking for a Bosun to join a 65m+ new build sailing yacht in the beginning of 2026.
Applicants should have previously worked onboard similar sized sailing yachts along with holding Yac...
4th Engineer needed for 100M+ private yacht
Viking Crew is looking for a 4th Engineer to join a 100M yacht currently undergoing a shipyard period in Italy.
Candidates should hold an EOOW (RIII/1) - and ideally have previous experience ...
Viking Crew require a Service Stewardess to join a private 80M+ motor yacht
Viking Crew require a Service Stewardess to join a private 80M+ motor yacht
Start date: Early January 2026
Location: Mediterranean
5/1 rotation, EUR Salary
Requirements:
Va...
Experienced Deckhand needed for 100M+ private / charter yacht
Experienced Deckhand needed for 100M+ private / charter yacht
Joining asap in the Caribbean - B1/B2 in hand needed.
Candidates should have 2-3 years experience, ideally on large yach...
Viking Crew are looking for a Chief Stewardess to join a private 80M+ motor yacht
Viking Crew are looking for a Chief Stewardess to join a private 80M+ motor yacht
Start date: ASAP - Joining in Europe
Itinerary: Mediterranean for Summer /Middle East
2/2 rotation, ...
Recruitment Consultants required at Viking Crew!
Established in 1988, Viking Crew (part of the Viking Maritime Group) is the leading Cruise, Superyacht and Specialist maritime crew services provider. We are a British company with a global reach, for...
Chief Electrician required to join a Luxury Cruise Company !
Windstar Cruises are looking for a Chief Electrician to join their fleet!
Rotation: 3 months on / 3 months off.
Salary: Paid per day worked (USD / GBP / EUR)
Candidates re...
Housekeeping Stewardess needed for 100M+ private/charter M/Y
Viking Crew is looking for a Housekeeping Stewardess for a 100M+ private / charter motoryacht.
Candidates should have at least 1 year experience onboard large yachts and be confident in all a...
Electro-Technical Officer Required for Luxury cruise company!
An Electro-Technical Officer is required to join Windstar Cruises! The Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) will be responsible for maintaining all electrical systems in a safe condition, ensuring that ...
ETO required to join Holland America Line
We are looking for a ETO to join Holland America Line ASAP!
Start: ASAP
ETO (III/6) Unlimited, STCW's required and High Voltage desired
Previous cruise / passenger ship ex...
