Ivan Melada's profile picture
Yachtee crew profile

Ivan Melada

@ivan.melada

Chief Engineer III/2 - Class 1 (Unlimited power/size)

Zadar, Croatia
Available Now
Job Preferences
Chief Engineer
Motor+1
100m++4
Private & Charter+2
Rotational+2
French Riviera+24
Single Season+15
Not Considered

About

I am a Chief Engineer with over 17 years of experience in the yachting industry, specializing in managing engine rooms and technical systems on various vessels. My background in marine engineering and my passion for the sea have driven my career in this field.

Personal Details

Age45 years
GenderMale
ResidenceCroatia

Career Objective

To secure a Chief Engineer position on yachts over 90m, focusing on new build and refit projects where I can leverage my extensive experience and technical knowledge.

Passports

Croatia

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy new technologies, sport fishing, spearfishing, diving, and motorcycling. I also co-own a company providing maintenance services to commercial vessels and yachts.

Experience

Temporary Chief Engineer

Oct 2025 - Nov 2025
M/Y PETARA

Temporary employed as Chief engineer for transfer of the vessel M/Y PETARA (58 m, TURQUOISE Yacht) that had been sold. From Genova; Italy to refit shipyard in Istanbul, Turkey. After successfully delivered vessel my contract ended.

Chief Engineer

May 2024 - Sep 2025
M/Y H3

Responsible for overseeing the engine room and all technical systems on board, managing a team of engineers, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Chief Engineer

Apr 2023 - May 2024
M/Y CASINO ROYALE

Responsible for planned and corrective maintenance of all devices, electronics, and engines.

Certifications & Qualifications

Chief Engineer

Chief Engineer Unlimited (III/2)

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
High Voltage Training

Languages

EnglishFluent
ItalianBeginner

References

7 references

Full reference details available through an employer account