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Worthy Management

Chief Engineer in New Zealand

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Position Engineering > Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 37m (121ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Rotational (TBC)

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Posted 18th Dec 2025

Job ID #3812964

Summary

Rotational Engineer – 37m Expedition Motor Yacht (Private / Foreign Flag)

10:10 Rotation | South Pacific & Asia

Worthy Management is seeking an experienced Sole Engineer for a well-run 37m expedition motor yacht with a crew of 7. Privately owned by lovely American owners, the vessel runs a busy, owner-onboard program focused on remote and adventurous cruising.

This role suits a hands-on, self-sufficient engineer confident operating independently in remote locations and maintaining all systems to a high standard. A fit, active candidate who enjoys exploration is strongly preferred.

Systems

MAN main engines (DEF), Kohler gens, CMC stabilizers, Spot Zero watermakers, Tecnomar sewage.

Requirements

• STCW 95/10

• ENG1 (or equivalent)

Y4 or higher essential

• Sole engineer experience

• English as first language

Non-smoker only

• Low-drama, easygoing personality

Rotation

• 10 weeks on / 10 weeks off

Itinerary

• South Pacific (Fiji, Vanuatu, Marshalls) with Japan/Asia next season

Start Date

• Late January 2026

Salary

• 7,000 USD during probation

• 7,500 USD upon completion

• Dependent on experience and tickets (TBD at interview)

A rare opportunity for an engineer who enjoys remote cruising and a genuinely positive program.

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • Drivers License
Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RIII/3 Y4 Chief Engineer (<200gt <1500kW)/ EOOW III/1 (SV) (<3000gt <9000kW)

Location

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  • Destination South Pacific Ocean
  • Current Location New Zealand

About Worthy Management

102 Half Moon Circle, A3 Hypoluxo FL 33462 USA [ view on map ]

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