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Nicholas Short

@nicko

MCA Chief Engineer with Extensive Superyacht Experience

Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
Available Now
Job Preferences
Chief Engineer+1
Motor+1
30-39m+1
Private & Charter
Rotational+1
French Riviera+17
Not Considered

About

I am an experienced marine engineer seeking a rotational chief engineer position on yachts between 30m and 55m. My engineering skills have grown through running my own company and working with the Welsh Government.

Personal Details

Age50 years
GenderMale

Career Objective

To continue my career in the superyacht industry after a break to focus on my family.

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy road cycling, mountain biking, skiing, hiking, camping, and archery. I also have a passion for Greek history and music, learning to play the bouzouki.

Experience

Marine Engineer

Current
Mar 2024 - Present
Welsh Government

Supporting and overseeing a major repair to a government vessel and assisting the return of the vessel back to service.

Chief Engineer

Dec 2023 - Mar 2024
M/Y Charade

Managed the transition of M/Y Charade to commercial status and prepared the yacht for owner trips.

Marine Engineer

Current
Dec 2020 - Present
Welsh Government

Acted as vessel engineer on various Welsh government vessels, involved in refits and improvement projects.

Certifications & Qualifications

Chief Engineer

Y3/ Chief Engineer SV <500GT & <3000kW (III/3)

Other

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

Languages

EnglishNative