MECHANICAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Role Purpose
Tudor Team Alinghi is seeking a skilled and flexible Mechanical Service Technician to join our Team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the inspection, installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical components and systems on Americas Cup Sailing yachts and associated equipment.
This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced marine environment.
Marine experience is preferred, but open to all backgrounds
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect, install, maintain, and repair mechanical components and systems on High-Performance Americas Cup Sailboats. Both above and below waterline.
- Service and adjust deck hardware, and sail-handling systems.
- Inspect and maintain steering systems, rudders, Foil Arms, Wing Assemblies, bearings, and associated mechanical assemblies.
- Perform mechanical assembly, alignment, and replacement of components to manufacturer specifications.
- Identify and troubleshoot mechanical faults, wear, corrosion, and structural issues.
- Keep detailed inventory and assist in ordering stock / components as needed.
- Assist the Hydraulics, Electronics, Sailing and Performance teams with installations and performance upgrades.
- Assist with mast Stepping and Un-stepping, Vessel commissioning, Decommissioning, Launch, Retrieval and Transport preparation.
- Use hand, power, and precision measuring tools to complete maintenance and repair tasks safely and efficiently.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure all work complies with safety and quality standards. This includes recording commissioning dates and cycle times of components.
- Support race preparation, refits, and routine servicing to keep vessels in peak operating condition.
Qualifications & Experience
We do not seek a person with any specific qualification for this role.
We favour a person with a wide skill set that can contribute in many ways to the Team.
- Experience in mechanical maintenance, assembly, or repair, preferably in the marine industry.
- Knowledge of sailing yacht mechanical systems, rigging, and deck hardware.
- Basic understanding or Electrical and Hydraulic systems – and the dangers associated with both.
- Experience working with composite materials and fiberglass is an advantage.
- Skills in metal work, machining, welding, fabrication and CAD / Cam experience are helpful.
- Ability to read technical drawings and follow manufacturer specifications.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Polite and calm demeanour in times of stress and difficulty is important.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and travel occasionally to support racing events or development requirements.
- Very good command of English.
Place of Work
Team Base @Bagnoli - Naples, Italy.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits based on experience.
- Opportunities for work-based travel.
- A dynamic, hands-on working environment within the sailing industry.
- The opportunity to work on high-performance sailing yachts and racing projects.