Marine Mechanic / Marine Technician

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Marine Mechanic / Marine Technician

Whitianga, Coromandel | Full-time Permanent

Mercury Bay Marine is a busy and well-established marine workshop and Mercury Certified Service Centre, based in Whitianga on the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula.

We service and repair all brands of outboards and inboards, specialise in Mercury repowers, and are also a Sealegs service centre.

Due to continued growth and strong customer demand, we are seeking an experienced Marine Mechanic / Marine Technician to join our skilled team.

This is a full-time permanent role offering excellent variety, career development, and a great coastal lifestyle.

What We Offer
  • Full-time permanent employment (40+ hours/week)
  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Ongoing manufacturer training and development opportunities
  • Work in a modern workshop with diagnostic tools and equipment
  • Supportive team environment with long-term job security
  • Generous staff discounts on marine products, parts, and servicing
  • Flexibility available to help balance work with the Coromandel lifestyle
  • Mercury Bay Marine is an Immigration NZ Accredited Employer and may support visa applications for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
  • Service and repair outboard motors (majority of the work)
  • Diagnostics and repair of sterndrives and some inboard diesel engines
  • Fault-finding using computerised diagnostic systems such as Mercury CDS and G3
  • Engine installations, repowers, and pre-delivery inspections
  • Marine electronics and accessory fit-outs as required
  • Sea trials, engine testing, and workshop documentation
  • High-quality customer service and safe work practices
  • Occasional mobile servicing around Whitianga Marina, Islands and surrounding areas
Skills & Experience Required
  • Trade qualification preferred or 3–5+ years relevant mechanical experience
  • Strong diagnostic and repair skills across petrol and diesel engine systems
  • Mercury training/certification highly valued
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a technical team
  • Clean, methodical approach and strong safety focus
  • Full NZ Driver Licence preferred

NZ residents and citizens are preferred; however, as an Immigration NZ Accredited Employer, we are happy to consider overseas applicants who meet the role requirements.

Apply Now

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to:

  • mercurybaymarine@me.com
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