Marine Technician
Visa sponsorship
Trade · Hamilton, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
Do you repair boat engines? This Marine Technician job is in Hamilton, New Zealand. The employer needs a Marine Technician or Outboard Motor Mechanic with strong hands-on experience. You will find faults, service engines and repair them.
Your work includes engine checks, mechanical repairs, marine electrical systems, commissioning and regular maintenance. You will work in the workshop, at customer sites and sometimes on the water. The employer says employer sponsorship is available for suitably qualified overseas candidates, which means support with a work visa.
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Key Responsibilities
- Find faults in the mechanical, electrical, fuel and cooling systems of marine engines
- Service and look after petrol outboard engines and other marine power systems
- Repair engines, replace parts and do mechanical overhauls
- Take engines apart, inspect them and put them back together
- Find mechanical defects and decide how to repair them
- Do planned servicing and preventative maintenance
- Tune engines and test how well they perform
- Use computer diagnostic equipment and software made by the engine maker
- Find and repair problems with starting, charging and electrical systems on boats
- Service and repair sterndrive and inboard systems when needed
- Install and set up outboard engines, controls, gauges and wiring
- Install marine electronics, accessories and related equipment
- Do pre-delivery checks and commissioning
- Run sea trials and check that the engine and systems work well
- Go to customers for mobile servicing and repairs when required
- Keep correct job sheets, service records and technical papers
- Use the maker's specifications and recommended repair steps
- Keep the workshop safe, tidy and professional, and always do high-quality work
Requirements & Eligibility
- Relevant NZQF Level 4 marine, mechanical or related trade qualification, or an equivalent overseas qualification
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience working with internal-combustion engines
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with outboard or marine engines
- Proven ability to find engine faults and complete good repairs
- Strong practical knowledge of engine servicing and changing mechanical parts
- Experience with marine electrical and charging systems
- Able to use computerised diagnostic equipment
- Able to read manufacturer service manuals and technical specifications
- Mercury outboard experience is highly regarded
- MerCruiser experience is highly regarded
- Knowledge of SmartCraft and DTS systems is advantageous
- Marine manufacturer training or certification is an advantage
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
- Able to work alone and take ownership of the jobs you are given
- Able to work well in an experienced technical team
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and good workmanship, and a full driver’s licence is preferred
- Must meet relevant New Zealand employment and immigration requirements
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