Senior Hydraulics & Crane Services Engineer

Senior Hydraulics & Cranes Service Engineer
Salary: €60,000 – €65,000
Location: Monaco / Antibes (with travel to international superyacht hubs)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours/week; Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00)

Join the Superyacht Industry on the Riviera! Are you ready to combine your advanced hydraulic and mechanical skills with a rewarding career by the Mediterranean? This is your opportunity to join a market-leading engineering team supporting the world’s most prestigious superyachts. Enjoy the vibrant South of France lifestyle and a dynamic international working environment.

About the Role As a Senior Hydraulics & Cranes Service Engineer, you’ll handle repairs, maintenance, and refits of electro-hydraulic equipment—including cranes, davits, passerelles, and swim platforms—aboard luxury yachts. Work both in the Antibes workshop and onboard across Monaco, France, Italy, Spain, and beyond. The role offers hands-on technical variety, travel, and the chance to work with cutting-edge maritime systems.

What You’ll Do

• Refit, repair, and service hydraulic and lifting equipment on superyachts, following OEM standards.
• Diagnose and resolve hydraulic equipment breakdowns, communicating solutions to clients with confidence and clarity.
• Carry out thorough examinations and load testing of cranes and related systems, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate, timely service and inspection reports.
• Occasionally travel worldwide for projects and support the team outside standard hours during busy periods (February–May, up to 12hr/day with extra pay or time in lieu).

What We’re Looking For

• Technical qualification in mechanical/hydraulic engineering.
• Strong experience with marine, industrial, mobile, or offshore hydraulics.
• Proficient in diagnosing, assembling, and maintaining hydraulic power packs.
• Skilled in interpreting technical schematics and hydraulic diagrams.
• Experience in cranes, lifting equipment, and load testing—LEEA/LOLER certification is desirable.
• Fluent English (French is a plus), full clean driving licence.
• Able to work independently, troubleshoot under pressure, and bring a positive ‘can-do’ attitude.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Permanent Monegasque contract, private healthcare, and pension.
• 5 weeks paid leave plus 11 French public holidays/year.
• Overtime pay or time in lieu during the busiest months.
• International exposure aboard luxury yachts and within the superyacht sector.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and certification.
• Collaborative, supportive team culture—equality and diversity at the core.