Potential Design Team Leadership Opportunity | New Zealand

HELP DEFINE A NEW CATEGORY OF YACHTING

Voodoo Yachts is seeking an exceptional Senior Naval Architect and Yacht Designer to help create the next generation of high-performance luxury adventure yachts.

We design and build advanced composite motor yachts from 15 to 40 metres, combining speed, range, efficiency, capability and refined luxury. Our boats regularly set records, break boundaries and challenge accepted ideas of what a motor yacht can achieve.

Driven by our own research and development, we are helping lead the creation of a new category: fast adventure yachting.

THE ROLE

Naval architecture will be central to your role, but we are looking for someone who can think holistically across the complete vessel.

You will be the principal naval architect within a passionate, multidisciplinary in-house design team, working across new concepts, production models and the continuous improvement of existing vessels.

For the right person, there is also the opportunity to lead and develop the design team. Leadership is not essential, but broad design ability, sound judgement and the ability to coordinate, motivate and inspire others would be highly valuable.

Your work will have real influence. You will help shape complete vessels, solve meaningful design challenges and see your work brought to life by our own build team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creating 3d vessel designs and models, as well as developing existing designs for hulls, superstructures, internal structure, internal layouts of accommodation, storage, machinery, electrical and technical spaces, systems design, components, major and minor details.
• Hydrostatics, stability, weight, trim, resistance, powering and seakeeping design and assessment for new and continuous improvement of current vessel designs.
• Develop composite structural arrangements and major load-bearing structures
• Contribute to exterior styling, general arrangements, deck planning and practical vessel architecture
• Develop designs from concept through to production
• Maintain configuration control of master vessel models
• Produce and oversee construction drawings, production information and CNC cut files
• Producing high quality renders from 3d models
• Represent the company to clients, public and suppliers when required
• Work closely with production teams to ensure designs are practical, buildable and efficient
• Liaise with consultants, classification societies, suppliers and specialist contractors
• Contribute to market research and future product development
• Help lead the adoption of new design and construction methods, technologies, materials and processes
• Identify opportunities to improve vessel performance, production efficiency and customer outcomes
• Challenge established methods where better solutions can be developed

 Where applicable, leadership may include planning resources, setting priorities, reviewing output, mentoring team members and improving design systems. A Design Team Leader will be expected to create clarity, set a high standard and inspire the team and those around them to perform at their best.

 ABOUT YOU

You are first and foremost a highly capable naval architect, but you think beyond calculations and isolated technical disciplines.

You understand that the best yachts emerge when naval architecture, styling, engineering, ergonomics, construction, the human experience, and the environment are considered together.

You combine technical depth with practical judgement, strong design instinct, build knowledge, commercial awareness and exceptional attention to detail. You can move from strategic thinking to detailed technical work quickly, producing accurate, high-quality design output at a high pace suited to an ambitious and fast-moving company.

You are curious and forward-thinking. You follow developments in yacht design, technology, materials, manufacturing and luxury, understanding trends without being controlled by them. You are motivated to introduce better methods rather than simply repeat established ones.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A recognised qualification in Naval Architecture or equivalent
• Significant naval architecture and vessel design experience
• Strong knowledge of hydrostatics, stability, resistance, powering, weight control, trim and seakeeping
• Experience and understanding of the ergonomics of vessels and good marine designs.
• Advanced 3D modelling ability and pace in Rhino
• Strong knowledge of boat build methods, materials and construction across all trades
• Experience taking designs from concept through detailed design and production
• Understanding of classification and regulatory requirements
• Strong general arrangement, spatial planning and systems-integration skills
• Demonstrated ability to complete complex design work quickly and accurately
• Clear communication, organisation and leadership capability
• Ability to balance performance, weight, cost, quality and buildability
• A proactive approach to innovation, continuous improvement and change

Exterior styling, rendering, sketching, hands-on boatbuilding, foil-assisted vessel experience and previous design-team leadership would all be valuable.

WHY VOODOO YACHTS?

Our yachts are designed for owners who want to travel faster, explore further and reach places conventional yachts cannot.

Through advanced hull forms and hydrofoil assistance, and lightweight composite construction, our yachts achieve a substantial reduction in fuel use and environmental impact compared with conventional vessels offering similar performance or capability.

We are committed to continuous development. This role offers the opportunity to help shape not only new vessels, but also new ways of designing and building them, using evolving technologies, materials and processes to produce better boats and better outcomes for their owners.

Behind the boats is a close-knit team of passionate designers, engineers and craftspeople. We work hard, support one another and enjoy creating world-class yachts together. We have an active social club, including but not limited to:

• Weekly soccer game
• Monthly breakfast BBQ
• Fishing competition

This role is based in New Zealand. We welcome local and international candidates. Appropriate work rights are required, with immigration support discussed individually where applicable.

To apply, send your CV, covering letter and relevant portfolio to emily@voodooyachts.com.

Voodoo Yachts / Pachoud Yachts have have positions available for experienced Boat Builders and Composite Laminators.

This is an opportunity to continue to develop your skills in a great working environment with an industry-leading team of passionate and hardworking people.

The successful applicants will have:

• Some years of experience boat building or laminating
• Good time keeping skills
• A good eye for detail
• Be motivated and reliable
• A high standard of workmanship
• Work in a good state of cleanliness and tidiness
• Be a team player
• Excellent time management skills
• An awareness of health and safety

Check out more of our work at www.pachoud.co.nz

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa, and a valid driver’s license.

If you’re passionate and want to be part of the new era of luxury and performance boats please apply with your CV and cover letter to emily@pachoud.co.nz

Voodoo Yachts / Pachoud Yachts have a vacancy available for an experienced CNC operator.

This is an opportunity to continue to develop your skills in a great working environment with an industry-leading team of passionate and hardworking people.

The CNC team are responsible for supplying parts with absolute precision and play an integral part in design innovation and business efficiency. The role will involve operating several of our 5 CNC machines, including a 5-axis waterjet and large 4-axis router.

The successful applicants will have:

• Preferable Alpha Cam experience however experience in other cam packages will be considered.
• 3D experience will be highly valued.
• 4 Axis router experience preferred.
• Water jet experience preferred.
• Draughting / cut file creation experience beneficial.
• The ability to communicate clearly and work with minimal supervision.
• A good eye for detail.
• To be motivated and reliable.
• A high standard of workmanship.
• Work in a good state of cleanliness and tidiness.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Be a team player.
• An awareness of Health and Safety.

Check out more of our work at www.pachoud.co.nz

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa, and a valid driver’s license.

If you’re passionate and want to be part of the new era of luxury and performance boats, please apply with your CV and cover letter to emily@pachoud.co.nz

Voodoo Yachts / Pachoud Yachts have a vacancy available for an experienced engineering / mechanical installer.

This is an opportunity to continue to develop your skills in a great working environment with an industry-leading team of passionate and hardworking people. There is the potential for a team leader level position for a candidate with the right skill/experience level.

The role will involve installing a wide range of mechanical systems found in large boats: including but not limited to diesel engines and generators, driveline and steering, hydraulics, fuel systems, air conditioning, domestic water plumbing, hose and pipe fitting systems, heating, ventilation, ducting, fire suppression, sound insulation, showers, toilets and domestic appliances. You will also work with epoxy glues, sealants, fiberglass, wood, stainless steels, bolted and screwed connections and paint during the installation of the above marine equipment. The role will also include carrying out testing and commissioning of systems.

The successful applicant will have the following skills and attributes:

• A strong understanding of and ablilty to install the systems listed above.
• Engineering / Mechanical installer experience
• Mechanical troubleshooting skill is desirable.
• Planning and leadership skills preferred.
• Proficient skill with a wide range of hand tools.
• Understanding of the properties and uses of different materials and metals, and ability to identify these.
• Show an understanding and act so to remove risk involved with all tools, materials and procedures involved in your work.
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Be highly motivated and reliable
• Be a team player
• A positive attitude
• A good eye for, and strict attention to detail
• A high standard of workmanship
• Work in a good state of cleanliness and tidiness
• Excellent time management skills
• An awareness of health and safety

Check out more of our work at www.pachoud.co.nz

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a current valid NZ work visa, and valid drivers license

If you’re passionate and want to be part of the new era of luxury and performance boats, please apply with your CV and cover letter to emily@pachoud.co.nz

Voodoo Yachts / Pachoud Yachts have a vacancy available for a qualified electrician.

This is an opportunity to continue to develop your skills in a great working environment with an industry-leading team of passionate and hardworking people.

We are looking for a qualified electrician to join our electrical team and be further trained or upskilled in the Marine electrical industry. Marine experience is not necessary but would be greatly helpful. We are looking for an enthusiastic person with an eye for detail and a willingness to learn in this ever-expanding industry. The role will consist of wiring vessels from start to finish, under the direction of a senior electrician, including electronics, heating and ventilation systems, DC and AC distribution, entertainment systems and much more. The role will also include carrying out testing and commissioning of systems.

The successful applicant will have the following skills and attributes:

• Carry out all electrical work to a high standard
• Ensure this work is compliant and complete efficiently and accurately
• Comply with all company health and safety procedures
• Work in a good state of cleanliness and tidiness
• Hold a current Electrical NZ registration
• Marine electrical experience preferred, industrial electrical experience may also be helpful.
• Show an understanding and act so to remove risk involved with all tools, materials and procedures involved in your work.
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Ability to work efficiently both individually and as part of a team
• Be highly motivated and reliable
• Be a team player
• A positive attitude
• A good eye for, and strict attention to detail
• A high standard of workmanship
• Work in a good state of cleanliness and tidiness
• Excellent time management skills
• An awareness of health and safety

Check out more of our work at www.pachoud.co.nz

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a current valid NZ work visa, and valid drivers license

If you’re passionate and want to be part of the new era of luxury and performance boats, please apply with your CV and cover letter to emily@pachoud.co.nz

Voodoo Yachts / Pachoud Yachts have a vacancy available for experienced Cabinet Makers/Joiners.

This is an opportunity to continue to develop your skills in a great working environment with an industry-leading team of passionate and hardworking people. Cabinet Makers build, repair and install cabinets, furniture and fixtures, to the very high level of finish required in the superyacht industry.

• 5 + years cabinet making / joinery experience
• Proficient skill with a wide range of hand and power tools.
• Show an understanding and act so to remove risk involved with all tools, materials and procedures involved in your work.
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Be highly motivated and reliable
• Be a team player
• A positive attitude
• A good eye for, and strict attention to detail
• A high standard of workmanship
• Work in a good state of cleanliness and tidiness
• Excellent time management skills
• An awareness of health and safety

Check out more of our work at http://www.pachoud.co.nz

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a current valid NZ work visa, and valid drivers license.

If you’re passionate and want to be part of the new era of luxury and performance boats, please apply with your CV and cover letter to emily@pachoud.co.nz

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