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YOA Yacht Crew

Chief Engineer in New Zealand

Start date : 7th January 2026

11,000 EUR(€)

per month

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Position Engineering > Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 80m (262ft)

Vessel Type Sailing Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 9th Dec 2025

Job ID #3801322

Summary

A 80m+ private dial yacht is looking for an experienced Chief Engineer to commence early January.


This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well run yacht with an amazing itinerary.


The ideal candidate will hold at a minimum, their STCW, ENG1, Y2 or STCW III/3. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical proficiency, excellent leadership, at least 6 years yachting experience with proven longevity on their previous yachts.


The package includes a salary up to 11,000 euro per month, a 2:2 month rotation, Buisness class flights, a training allowance and their own cabin.


The yacht’s itinerary for 2026 is expected to include extensive cruising throughout the Pacific and Asia.


The yacht has a strict no smoking policy.

Candidates who apply via the YOA website have a greater chance of being interviewed.

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)
  • RIII/2 Y2 Chief Engineer (<3000gt <3000kW)/ Chief Engineer (SV) (<3000gt <9000kW)

Location

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  • Destination South Pacific Ocean
  • Current Location New Zealand

About YOA Yacht Crew

14 Caithness Court Jacks Point Queenstown 9371 NEW ZEALAND [ view on map ]

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