Marine Fitter

Babcock is looking for a Marine Fitter to join the Marine Mechanical team based in Devonport, Auckland.

About the role

Join a high-performing marine engineering team delivering essential maintenance, repair, and overhaul services across ship and shore-based assets. This role puts you at the centre of complex mechanical work—propulsion systems, auxiliary equipment, and critical infrastructure—where your technical expertise directly impacts operational performance and reliability.

You’ll work in a collaborative, safety-first environment with strong processes, modern systems, and opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement. If you enjoy solving real-world mechanical problems, working on diverse marine assets, and taking ownership of quality outcomes, this is a role where your skills will be valued and developed.

• $46 per hour (trade certificate essential)
• OT rates paid at 1.5x for first 3 hours and 2x for anything beyond that
• Additional benefits

About you

You are a skilled mechanical fitter with strong marine or heavy engineering experience, confident working on propulsion and auxiliary systems. You diagnose faults quickly, make sound decisions under pressure, and take pride in high-quality workmanship. You communicate effectively, work well within a team, and stay focused on safety at all times. Comfortable using digital systems, you are proactive in improving processes and continuously developing your technical capability.

Key Required Skills

• Mechanical fitting and overhaul expertise
• Fault diagnosis and problem-solving
• Propulsion systems knowledge
• Auxiliary systems maintenance (pumps, HVAC, hydraulics)
• Precision assembly, alignment, and testing
• Ability to read technical drawings/specifications
• Strong health and safety compliance mindset
• IT competency for maintenance systems and reporting

Key Required Qualifications

• Trade Certificate (Level 4) in engineering discipline
• Full NZ Driver’s Licence (Class 1 minimum)
• Proven experience in mechanical or marine engineering environments
• Advanced Trade Certificate (Level 5) – desirable but beneficial

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.   

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, 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 #74517