At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the servicing and repair of super yachts, ensuring high-quality standards.
- Company: Prestigious manufacturing client in the marine sector, based in Barcelona.
- Benefits: Full-time role with competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team working on luxury yachts and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in marine engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and fluent in English and Spanish.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
Our prestigious manufacturing client, based in Wroxham, is currently seeking a Lead Technician within their Service department, to be based in Barcelona (Port Premia). You will play a key role in supporting and maintaining super yachts up to 30m. Working across a wide range of mechanical, propulsion, steering, and plumbing systems, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality servicing, repairs, and refit activities to the exceptional standards expected of our client.
This is a hands-on technical role requiring strong marine engineering knowledge, problem-solving ability, and a proactive approach. You will work closely with owners, captains, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This is a full-time permanent role working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- Experience in fabrication and machining
- GRP repair experience
- Full driving licence
- EU work permit
- Strong marine engineering knowledge across steering, propulsion, mechanical, and plumbing systems
- Minimum 5 years 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
Main Responsibilities of the Lead Technician role:
- Deliver service and repair projects safely, efficiently, and to agreed deadlines
- Service and repair marine steering systems including rudder removal, rudder bearing replacement, and steering system servicing
- Carry out propulsion system works including removal of propeller shafts, servicing propellers, replacing cutlass bearings, shaft seals, thrust bearings, and flexible bearings
- Complete mechanical refit works including engine room refits, engine replacements, and marine engine servicing
- Service and replace seacocks, pumps, and other onboard plumbing systems
- Produce accurate technical reports and maintain clear communication with customers and internal stakeholders
- Maintain organised work schedules and ensure high standards of workmanship throughout all activities
- Support a safe working environment and maintain a clean, meticulous workspace
- Work collaboratively with the wider Oyster Service team to ensure customer satisfaction and project success
If you are an experienced marine technician who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and enjoys working on some of the world's finest sailing yachts, we would welcome your application.
For further details regarding this exciting opportunity please forward a copy of your CV today!
Lead Technician - Barcelona in Norwich employer: Todd Hayes
Join our esteemed manufacturing client in Barcelona, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining and servicing luxury super yachts. With a strong emphasis on quality workmanship and employee development, we offer a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a vibrant coastal city while advancing your career in marine engineering within a prestigious organisation.
