Marine Electrician

Babcock Australia & New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 67,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LinkedIn Learning access

Wellbeing program

weRecognise program

Defence reservist leave

Novated leasing options & corporate股份

Job summary

Babcock Australasia is seeking a skilled Marine Electrician to join the Electrical team based at Devonport, Auckland. You will work hands-on across installation, maintenance and fault-finding on marine electrical systems, contributing to operational readiness on defence assets.

You will read drawings, use test equipment and collaborate with a safety-focused team. Competitive hourly rates and structured career development are on offer in a dynamic marine environment.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Marine Electrician with full NZ registration.
• Experience in marine or industrial electrical environments.
• Ability to read drawings and use test equipment; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and fault-find complex electrical systems on marine assets.
• Read drawings and use test equipment to diagnose faults.
• Deliver safe, timely electrical work and maintain records; collaborate with team.

Skills

Electrical installation

Fault finding

Test equipment

Reading drawings

Power distribution

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Electrical Trade Certificate

NZ Electrical Practising Licence

Experience in marine/industrial environments

NZ Driver Licence

Job description

Babcock is looking for an Marine Electrician to join the Electrical team based in Devonport, Auckland.

About The Role

Join a highly skilled electrical team supporting critical marine and defence operations. This role offers hands‑on work across installation, maintenance, and fault‑finding on complex electrical systems, from power distribution to propulsion and communication equipment. You will work in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, contributing to essential operational readiness.

You will be part of a collaborative, safety‑first culture that values continuous improvement and technical excellence. With opportunities to develop new skills, including fibre optics, and exposure to advanced systems, this is an excellent role for an electrician wanting to expand into marine and defence sectors while building long-term career capability.

• $48.50 per hour (trade certificate and EWRB registration essential)
• $51 per hour upon successful completion of a 90-day Senior Trades Assessment
• OT rates paid at 1.5x for first 3 hours and 2x for anything beyond that
• Additional benefits

About You

You are a trade-qualified Marine Electrician with full registration, confident working across marine, industrial, and defence environments. You thrive on varied installation, maintenance, and fault‑finding work, delivering safely to tight deadlines. You read drawings, use test equipment expertly, and communicate clearly with stakeholders. You collaborate, mentor others, and show initiative improving systems and processes. Adaptable and solutions‑focused, you take ownership, uphold quality standards, and prioritise health and safety in everything you do. Maintain accurate records and deliver clear technical reports.

Key Required Skills

• Electrical installation and maintenance
• Fault finding and diagnostics
• Use of electrical test equipment
• Reading technical drawings and schematics
• Knowledge of power generation and distribution systems
• Problem‑solving and analytical thinking
• Team collaboration and communication
• Time management and task prioritisation

Key Required Qualifications

• Electrical Trade Certificate
• Full Electrical Practising Licence (NZ registration)
• Experience in marine or industrial electrical environments
• Valid NZ driver licence (forklift endorsement advantageous)

Your Future At Babcock – What We Offer You

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self‑led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver

Who We Are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission.

Locally in New Zealand, we are actively growing our team to deliver some key projects for the defence and commercial sectors in Aotearoa. Our team of over 120 trades people work on the Devonport Naval Base in partnership with our customer, the Royal New Zealand Navy. As the Navy’s strategic maritime partner, we provide complete maintenance, repair and overhaul services to their entire Navy fleet. We also undertake ship conversions, life extensions, retrofits and major repairs, in both the drydock and in the water, for our customers.

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre‑employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.