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An established industry player is seeking a talented Naval Architect to join their dynamic team in Whangarei. This role offers the chance to work on significant projects shaping New Zealand's naval and marine infrastructure. As a key contributor, you'll engage in complex ship design and repairs, while collaborating with skilled engineers in a supportive environment. With opportunities for mentorship and professional growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about marine engineering and looking to make a real impact. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to quality and innovation in the maritime sector.
Babcock subsidiary Marine Industrial Design is looking for a Naval Architect L2 or L3 to join the team based in its Whangarei offices.
About the role
Join a respected engineering team that plays a vital role in shaping New Zealand’s naval and marine infrastructure. As a Naval Architect (Level 2 or 3), you’ll contribute to complex ship design, repairs, and upgrades for both commercial and defence vessels. Work alongside talented engineers, deliver meaningful design solutions, and see your concepts take shape in real-world operations.
This is more than just a technical role — it’s an opportunity to influence and innovate within a collaborative, project-driven environment. Whether you’re working with design standards, solving challenges under pressure, or mentoring junior engineers, you’ll be contributing to projects that keep New Zealand’s maritime assets in top form. With strong client relationships, national impact, and an emphasis on quality and compliance, this is a career-defining role for the right engineer.
About you
You are a confident and technically skilled naval architect who thrives on solving marine design challenges. You’re experienced with CAD and engineering tools, comfortable delivering projects, and always up for mentoring others. With solid experience in shipbuilding or refits, you understand compliance, design standards, and customer needs. You enjoy being part of a collaborative team and aren’t afraid to step up when leadership is needed. If you’re driven by precision, responsibility, and impact — this role is made for you.
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Your future at Babcock – what we offer you
Who we are
Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.
Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.
Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:
So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au
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, pre-employment medical, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.
Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
Job Req #63743