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.

CDP required for small passenger vessel cruising around the UK

UK
Posted 28 / 11 / 2025

We are looking for a Chef De Partie to join a small luxury passenger ship. Applicants will ideally have previous cruise ship background or have worked in luxury hotels ashore.

Start date is F...

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Chief Officer - 50M+ private Motor Yacht

Mediterranean
Posted 17 / 03 / 2026

Chief Officer – 50m Private Motor Yacht Start: Late April 
Finish: Late October 
Location: Mediterranean
  A  50m private motor yacht with an active Mediterranean cruising progra...

3rd Engineer - 50m private motor Yacht - Med Season

Mediterranean
Posted 17 / 03 / 2026

Viking Crew require a 3rd Engineer to join a 50M+ private motor yacht 
Seasonal position 3rd Engineer – 50m Private Motor Yacht Start: Mid April  to Mid October 
Location: Mediterranean...

Deckhand needed for a 20 metre Chase boat

Mediterranean
Posted 11 / 02 / 2026

Deckhand needed for a 20 metre Chase boat

Seasonal position from mid-April until Mid-October

Excellent knowledge of Italian coast needed - fluent English & Italian speaker

E...

2nd Engineer Required for Luxury cruise company!

Worldwide
Posted 11 / 06 / 2025

A 2nd Engineer is required to join Windstar Cruises! The 2nd Engineer will be responsible for promulgate a culture of safe and environmentally compliant operations throughout the vessel. Manage and ...

Deckhand - 90M+ Private Motor Yacht

Worldwide
Posted 15 / 03 / 2026

We are seeking a Deckhand to join a 90m  private motor yacht -Caribbean/Mediterranean. Start: Mid-April (Caribbean)
Leave: 3:1
Salary: DOE Requirements B1/B2 visa in hand Yachtma...

Bosun - 100M + special purpose vessel.

Worldwide
Posted 09 / 03 / 2026

Bosun Required – 100m+ special purpose vessel We are currently seeking an experienced Bosun. Requirements Navigational Watch Rating Certificate Able Seafarer Deck (RFPNW) STCW cert...

Island Lifeguard needed for NCL!

Worldwide
Posted 13 / 11 / 2025

The Island Lifeguard is reponsible for monitoring and operating designated aquatic recreation spaces including, opening and closing while monitoring safety around the beach areas.  Set up and verif...

Youth Counselors are needed to join a well-known cruise line!

Worldwide
Posted 19 / 06 / 2025

Norwegian Cruise Line are looking for Youth Counselors to join our team!

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Youth Program Manager, the Youth counselor is responsible for the supe...

Hairdresser / Housekeeper needed for 100M+ private motoryacht

Mediterranean
Posted 09 / 03 / 2026

Hairdresser / Housekeeping Stewardess needed for 100M+ private motoryacht, based in the Med.

Start date: 1st July 
Package on offer: EUR salary - 4:2 rotation

Candidates should ...

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