Work on cutting-edge commercial vessels - Multiple new builds - Long-term career pathway

We’re partnering with a leading New Zealand commercial boatbuilder to source skilled Marine Electricians to join their team in Whanganui. These are full-time, permanent roles working on a pipeline of innovative new builds for domestic and international clients.

If you’re looking for stability, interesting work, and the chance to contribute to world-class vessels built right here in Aotearoa, New Zealand this is worth your attention.

About the Opportunity

You’ll be part of a tight-knit, high-performance yard responsible for delivering complex commercial vessels. Expect a mix of installation, diagnostics, commissioning, and problem-solving across a range of systems that keep modern vessels operating safely and efficiently.

We’re Interested In Hearing From:

• Experienced Marine Electricians

• Automotive, residential, industrial or heavy-equipment electricians looking to transition into the marine sector

• Electricians who enjoy technical work, tidy installs, and working as part of a collaborative build team

What You’ll Bring

• NZ Electrical Registration or relevant pathway toward it

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, wiring standards, and safe work practices

• Ability to interpret drawings and work effectively alongside fabricators, engineers, and project managers

• A willingness to upskill into marine systems if you’re coming from another trade discipline

Why This Yard?

• Secure workload with multiple confirmed new builds

• Highly respected in the commercial marine sector

• Genuine long-term growth—ideal for someone wanting to specialise in marine electrical work

• Supportive environment where quality matters and your work is visible in every vessel that leaves the yard

How to Apply

If you’re ready for a change and want to be part of a company building next-generation vessels, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Manaaki Marine for a confidential chat.
We welcome applicants from across New Zealand and offshore electricians considering a move to Whanganui