First Engineer Jobs

First Engineer Jobs

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.

3rd Engineer required for well known cruise line

Worldwide
Posted 12 / 02 / 2025

We are looking for a 3rd engineer to join a well known cruise line

Start : ASAP

EOOW Unlimited , STCW's  required.  High Voltage desired 

Previous cruise / passenger ship...

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HVAC Engineer required to join Holland America Line

Worldwide
Posted 01 / 04 / 2025

We are looking for a HVAC-R Engineer to join Holland America Line ASAP!
  The HVAC-R Engineer will be responsible for operating and maintaining the ship's main air conditioning and refrigeratio...

Viking Crew require a First Officer to Join a private 40M motor yacht

Mediterranean
Posted 05 / 08 / 2025

Viking Crew require a First Officer to Join a private 40M motor yacht

Start date: ASAP
Location: Mediterranean
Permanent position, EUR Salary

Candidates must hold a Master 50...

Stewardess required to join a busy 50M+ private motor yacht

Mediterranean
Posted 30 / 07 / 2025

Stewardess required to join a busy 50M+ private motor yacht

Joining immediately

Cruising Italy -  Candidates should be EU residents or hold a Schengen Visa.

Main duties wil...

Chief Stew needed for 70M private motoryacht

Mediterranean
Posted 29 / 07 / 2025

Viking Crew is looking for a Chief Stew for a 70M private motoryacht, currently based in Europe.

Package on offer: EUR salary - 4/2 rotation 

Start date: ASAP

Candidates wi...

Viking Crew require a Deck/Engineer to join a 40M+ motor yacht

Caribbean
Posted 28 / 07 / 2025

Viking Crew require a Deck/Engineer to join a 40M+ motor yacht

Start date: ASAP
Itinerary: Caribbean/Bahamas
Permanent role, 38 days leave

Requirements:
Must have B1/B2 i...

AVIT Officer required for a Super Yacht Services company in the Netherlands

Mediterranean
Posted 07 / 07 / 2025

AVIT Officer required for a Super Yacht Services company in the Netherlands

We are seeking an AV Solutions Specialist to advise on system design during sales and implementation. You will deve...

House Manager for UHNW in London, UK

London
Posted 28 / 05 / 2025

Head of Housekeeping / Chief Stew needed for UNHW in London -  this could be an ideal role for an ex yacht Chief Stew or Head Housekeeper to work shoreside.

Start date: ASAP

Candida...

Deckhand /Dive Instructor - 100m Motor yacht

Worldwide
Posted 26 / 08 / 2025

Viking Crew are looking for a Deckhand/ Dive Instructor to join a 100m+ private/charter motor yacht.
Start date: ASAP
Ideal candidate will have 2 years experience on a vessel over 60M and be a...

3rd Mate /Tender Mate 100m+ Motor yacht

Pacific
Posted 26 / 08 / 2025

  3rd Officer / Tender Mate – 100m+ Private/charter M/Y We are seeking a 3rd Officer / Tender Mate to join a  100m+  motor yacht. Start Date: ASAP
Itinerary: Worldwide
Rotation: Equal ...