Marine Engineers - Deepwater Fishing Vessels

Tangram; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Marine Engineer for deepwater fishing vessels to join their fleet, maintaining and repairing maritime systems. The role requires a MEC 5 or MEC 4 Certificate and expertise in marine engineering systems, with a focus on diesel-electric propulsion and compliance with maritime regulations, providing a unique opportunity in New Zealand's seafood industry.

Benefits

Pre-engagement checks including criminal history and health assessments

Opportunities to work in diverse marine environments

Qualifications

• Proficient in marine engineering systems, experience in diesel-electric propulsion and trawl winches.
• Knowledge of New Zealand maritime regulations.
• Experience in maintaining marine vessels, including refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and repairing marine engineering systems, including diesel-electric propulsion.
• Troubleshooting technical issues to ensure smooth operations.
• Optimizing fuel efficiency and environmental impact.

Skills

Problem-solving

Marine engineering systems

Troubleshooting

Education

MEC 5 or MEC 4 Certificate of Competency

Job description

Marine Engineers - Deepwater Fishing Vessels

Sanford

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Listing Description

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Job type: Full time

Duration: Contract

Description

About us: At Sanford, we are proud of our 100+ years of seafood history, passionate about our industry and excited about our future. Our vision is Leadership in New Zealand Seafood, achieved through a value-led approach of care, passion, integrity, and collaboration.

About the role: Join our deep-water fleet, operating year-round from Cape Reinga to the Ross Sea. Our vessels can be at sea for up to 12 weeks, catching, processing, and packaging seafood onboard to deliver the finest New Zealand seafood worldwide.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining and repairing marine engineering systems, including diesel-electric propulsion and electric trawl winches.
• Troubleshooting technical issues to ensure smooth operations.
• Optimizing fuel efficiency and environmental impact.
• Ensuring health and safety protocols are followed and systems are compliant with maritime regulations.

About you:

• Hold a Minimum MEC 5 or MEC 4 Certificate of Competency (or equivalent).
• Proficient in marine engineering systems, with experience in diesel-electric propulsion and trawl winches preferred.
• Experience in maintaining marine vessels, including refrigeration systems.
• Knowledge of New Zealand maritime regulations such as MOSS, HSWA, Fisheries Act, and MPI food safety standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in isolated environments.

About the fleet: Sanford operates a diverse fleet including deepwater and scampi vessels, delivering premium seafood globally. Our deepwater vessels target species like hoki and squid, operating in the Southern Ocean for up to 6-8 weeks. Our scampi fleet targets scampi in New Zealand waters, with onboard processing and freezing.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. Our recruitment includes pre-engagement checks such as criminal history, drug and alcohol testing, and medical assessments.

Our heritage: Sanford, NZ’s largest seafood company, has a rich history dating back over 150 years, with a commitment to sustainability and innovation.