Description:
FIFO Marine Diesel Mechanic $100K + Super | One Month On / One Month Off | Work in Paradise
FIFO via: Gold Coast | Brisbane | Sydney | Melbourne | Auckland (NZ)
Roster: 4 Weeks On / 4 Weeks Off | Permanent Full-Time
Salary: AUD $100,000 + Superannuation
️ All Flights, Transfers, Accommodation & Meals Covered
Escape the routine and put your skills to work on a premium fleet of high-end yachts (35ft65ft) based in the stunning waters of Tahiti. We're hiring four experienced Marine Diesel Mechanics to join a rotating FIFO team, maintaining, and servicing a luxury fleet with a permanent 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off roster.
This rare role offers exceptional lifestyle balance, premium working conditions, and all travel expenses covered with direct flight paths from major East Coast Australian cities and Auckland International Airport.
What You'll Be Doing- Perform service, diagnostics, and repairs on marine diesel inboard engines
- Maintain yachts between 35ft and 65ft, including luxury vessels
- Respond to breakdowns and oversee preventative maintenance
- Liaise with vessel captains, engineers, and support staff
- Conduct handovers with incoming/outgoing mechanics on rotation
- Maintain accurate logs, service sheets, and technical records
- Ensure all work is done to maritime safety and quality standards
- Trade qualification in Marine or Heavy Diesel Mechanics
- Minimum 5 years' hands-on experience with marine diesel engines
- Experience with brands like Volvo Penta, Yanmar, Caterpillar, Cummins is ideal
- Prior work on luxury or commercial yachts is highly advantageous
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously
- Valid passport and ability to travel internationally
- NZ or Australian working rights essential
Live anywhere on the East Coast of Australia or near Auckland
FIFO direct via major international airports Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, or Auckland
4 Weeks On / 4 Weeks Off enjoy half the year off
Flights, accommodation, meals, and local transport all fully covered
Work in a dream location with pristine waters, world-class yachts, and a highly professional team
Permanent, salaried role with excellent lifestyle balance
This Role Suits-
Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, or Auckland-based mechanics
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Diesel mechanics looking for a marine crossover into high-end yacht work
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FIFO professionals wanting long-term stability with premium downtime
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Those with a taste for adventure and a strong technical skillset
We are hiring 4 permanent FIFO Marine Diesel Mechanics to form our Tahiti-based rotation team. Submit your application today shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and technical review.