Simon Done – Chief Engineer
Position: Chief Engineer
Nationality: Australian
Age: 33
Grade: Yacht 2 Engineering Certificate
Previous Yachts: M/Y Unbridled, S/Y Parsifal III, S/Y Mirabella V, M/Y Lady Goodgirl
From a young age travelling was a big part of my life. Growing up in Malaysia, Singapore and Australia I learnt that the world was not so big, and with the right career choice I would be able to explore her many wonders whilst still maintain the professional standards my parents had instilled in us from a young age.
My initial career choice was a commercial pilot. I was fixated by aircraft and all they had to offer. I worked in that industry for four years but felt life was missing something. Whilst holidaying in Monaco one year, I discovered the yachting industry. Instantly I knew that this was the life for me. I moved to London to study Marine engineering and joined my first yacht in February 2002. I have worked on both Sail and Motor yachts over the years, from the 370’ motor yacht “Le Grand Bleu” to the largest sloop in the world “Mirabella V”.
I can honestly say I have one of the most amazing jobs in the world and feel proud and honoured to be part of the S/Y Twizzle team.
Simon rotates the role of Chief Engineer with Valantine Zahov.