NAVY TESTIMONIALS
What do other Navy Engineers say about yachting?
Switching from Royal Navy to Yachting


David Bowen
Ex LETME Leading Engineer Technician Marine Engineer
<1 year on Super Yachts
3rd Engineer MY SKAT, 73m Lurssen
“If you are leaving the Navy but still want more out of life, yachting is the way to go. Coming from the Navy, you have all the experience and knowledge to really make a difference working on yachts. YPI Crew gave me all the information and help in what I needed to do to make the transition across. If you are ready to leave, I would definitely recommend YPI Crew!”

Peter Struthers
Ex LETME(EL) Leading Engineer Technician Marine Engineer
5 years on Super Yachts
3rd Engineer MY AVANTAGE, 85m Lurssen
“Best career move I have made moving from the Royal Navy into the Super Yacht industry, the lifestyle of the job is very rewarding as well. Jacqui and her team at YPI Crew helped me every step of the way to get my foot in the door in the yachting industry and they have placed me on-board every other yacht since!”

Ben Venables
Ex LET(MESM)
3+ Years on Super Yachts
2nd Engineer 75m new build project
“I have been working on-board Super Yachts for 3+ years now, it has gone great so far, it is a perfect seafaring career after leaving the Navy. Jacqui, Anna and the team at YPI Crew could not have been better in helping me make the transition. I have used other agents along the way and none of them compare to the professional & personable service that YPI Crew offer!”

Michael Watson
Ex LETME(EL) Leading Engineer Technician Marine Engineer
<1 year on Super Yachts
2nd Engineer/Electrician MY ANAWA, 62m Damen Explorer Yacht
“I had huge apprehensions about leaving the Navy after serving for 12 years. However, using YPI Crew made it so much easier. They explained everything about the process and found me a job within days which made the whole transition easy and a lot less daunting.”

David Catchpole
Ex ET(ME), Engineering Technician (Marine Engineering)
<1 year on Super Yachts
3rd Engineer MY SOARING, 68m Abeking & Rasmussen
“It took a while to get my head around what courses and what steps to take to get into the Super Yacht industry, but in the end it was worth it. Good for progression and enhancing skills, all whilst visiting places people pay thousands to visit. YPI Crew have supported me before the transition and helped me every step of the way!”

Andrew Record
Ex LET ME(SM) (Mechanical) Leading Engineer Technician Marine Engineer
2 years on Super Yachts
3rd Engineer MY HAIDA 1929, 71m Krupp
“After nearly 10 years I left the Submarine Service in the hope of joining a Super Yacht. YPI Crew helped me with every single step, from acquiring a fair LIA (letter of initial assessment), to updating my CV to the correct yachting format. Anna and Jacqui were fantastic, and now I am looking for a new challenge after close to 2 years on a 70+m classic yacht. They are the only team I plan on using.”
Superyacht Engineer — Information Guide
What are you waiting for?
If you’re considering a move into the superyacht industry, start by getting informed and prepared. Our Engineering Specialists work closely with candidates behind the scenes to match skills, experience and career goals with the right opportunities.
Begin by exploring the Essential Guides on our website to understand the industry, requirements and career pathways. When you’re ready, create your profile below so our team can review your experience and consider you for suitable roles as they arise.
If you are currently in the area, you are welcome to visit the office and see your recruiter in person during morning drop-in hours, Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 12:00.
To get started, follow these three simple steps:

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