We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Yacht Technical Manager to oversee the technical management, maintenance, and operational readiness of a portfolio of luxury yachts.
This is a key shoreside leadership role, providing technical direction and support to Captains, Chief Engineers, yacht owners, shipyards, and specialist contractors. The successful candidate will combine strong marine engineering expertise with excellent project management, financial control, and stakeholder management skills to ensure each yacht is maintained to the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance.
The Role Reporting to the Technical Director, you will take ownership of the technical performance and maintenance strategy of your assigned fleet, ensuring vessels remain compliant, operationally ready, and maintained in line with owner expectations.
Key responsibilities include:
Technical Management: Oversee vessel condition, engineering performance, planned maintenance, defect resolution, and technical reliability.
Refit & Project Delivery: Lead refit periods, major repairs,



upgrades, and warranty works, managing scope, quality, schedules, and budgets.
Financial & Commercial Control: Develop technical budgets, manage expenditure, review quotations, oversee procurement, and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
Compliance & Risk Management: Monitor statutory certification, classification requirements, surveys, and applicable maritime regulations.
Stakeholder Leadership: Build trusted relationships with owners, Captains, Chief Engineers, shipyards, and suppliers, providing clear and timely technical advice.
Reporting & Planning: Deliver accurate technical reports, budget forecasts, maintenance plans, and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
You will take a proactive approach to identifying technical risks, resolving complex engineering challenges, and protecting the long-term value of the vessels under your management.
The Adecuado Can

📌 Technical Manager (Barcelona)
🏢 SYR - Shoreside Maritime Recruitment
📍 Barcelona