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Chief Engineer in New Zealand

Sole Engineer

Start date : 1st March 2026

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Position Engineering > Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 37m (121ft)

Vessel Type Research Vessel

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Yacht Built 2024

Number of Crew 7

Position Type Rotational (TBC)

Yachting Experience 1 - 2 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 1st Dec 2025

Job ID #3774611

Summary

37m Private Exploration Vessel (New Build)

Qualifications: Y4 (Experience over qualifications MUST HAVE Sole Engineer and yachting background)

Package: 10:10 Rotation Salary DOE/TBD

Itinerary: Pacific Cruising, working its way up to Japan at the end of the year. Past travel history crossed the Atlantic and Pacific on the move.

Crew Make Up: South African, British, Canadian, Philippines

Start Date: 1st Rotation will be the 1st of March; however may look at an earlier start to trial person and help in yard.

Ideal Candidate:

Candidate should have a Y4, preferably able to handle a fast-paced, constant-on-the-move position. Able to problem-solve and troubleshoot when spares are not always available due to location. Keen for an adventure bonus if interested in water sports, diving and ocean research. Must have Sole Engineer experience and have English as 1st Language.



Languages

English / Fluent

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC 1 & 2) Certificate
  • MCA Engine Watch Rating Certificate

Location

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  • Destination North Pacific Ocean
  • Current Location New Zealand