Job Description:

Our client, a globally recognised luxury yacht builder renowned for producing some of the finest bluewater sailing yachts, is currently seeking a Lead Technician (Marine Engineer) to join their team in Barcelona, Spain. With a heritage spanning decades, they combine innovative design, precision engineering, and traditional craftsmanship to create vessels capable of crossing oceans in safety, comfort, and style.

• Delivering service and repair projects safely, efficiently, and to agreed deadlines
• Servicing and repairing marine steering systems, including rudder removal, rudder bearing replacement, and steering system servicing
• Carrying out propulsion system work, including removal of propeller shafts, servicing propellers, replacing cutlass bearings, shaft seals, thrust bearings, and flexible bearings
• Completing mechanical refit projects, including engine room refits, engine replacements, and marine engine servicing
• Servicing and replacing seacocks, pumps, and other onboard plumbing systems
• Producing accurate technical reports and maintaining clear communication with customers and internal stakeholders
• Maintaining organised work schedules and ensuring high standards of workmanship
• Supporting a safe working environment and maintaining a clean, professional workspace
• Collaborating with the wider service team to ensure customer satisfaction and successful project delivery

• Strong marine engineering knowledge across steering, propulsion, mechanical, and plumbing systems
• Experience within the marine engineering sector
• Fluent written and spoken English and Spanish
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong work ethic
• Comfortable working under pressure and managing deadlines
• Logical and resilient problem solver with strong attention to detail
• Quality-focused with pride in delivering exceptional workmanship
• Team player with a flexible and positive attitude

• Experience in fabrication and machining
• GRP repair experience
• Full driving licence
• Must have the existing right to work in Spain/EU. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
  

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work with a leading luxury yacht manufacturer
• International and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive team culture
• 22 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Working hours: 07:30 - 16:30
• Safety footwear allowance
• Benefits package regularly reviewed to maximise employee value and support

If you are an experienced marine engineer looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career with a leading luxury yacht manufacturer, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Barcelona.