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Head of Department

Chief Engineer in South Africa

R.III/3

TBC USD($)

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Position Engineering > Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 49m (161ft)

Vessel Type Expedition Vessel

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Yacht Built 1969

Number of Crew 10

Position Type Permanent Position

MMSI Number 518999328

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Professional Hospital Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 4th Jan 2026

Job ID #3781226

Summary

Hello Everyone, I'm looking for a Chief Engineer with a minimum requirement of R.III/3. E.T.O. would be a plus, as would IT/AV.

The boat is currently undergoing a refit. We are completely redoing the engine room, electrical wiring, and pumps, engines and implementing a PMS onboard.

Languages

English / Fluent

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RIII/3 Y3 Chief Engineer (<500gt <3000kW)/ Chief Engineer (SV) (<500gt 3000kW)

Location

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  • Destination Worldwide/TBC (Indian Ocean - Asia - Pacific)
  • Current Location Cape town, South Africa

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