Chief Engineer

Join a 100% New Zealand owned company with an international reputation for quality.

Opportunities for growth with opportunities across multiple locations.

About the role

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Chief Marine Engineer on board the Amaltal Columbia.

As a Chief Marine Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Lead and manage the engineering department, ensuring effective supervision, development, and performance
• Ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all vessel machinery and engineering systems
• Oversee planned maintenance, repairs, surveys, and major engineering projects to maintain vessel readiness and compliance
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety and maritime regulatory requirements
• Manage engineering resources, fuel efficiency and spare parts

For this role, you’ll need:

• Marine Engineer Class 4 Certificate of Competency (MEC4)
• Previous experience as an engineer onboard a fishing vessel
• Communication, leadership and management skills
• Highly motivated and results-driven Marine Engineer

With Talley’s, you get:

• Competitive rate
• Excellent working conditions
• Job security and stability

About Talley’s

Talley’s is proudly New Zealand owned and operated, bringing the best New Zealand seafood and mussel products locally and to the world. With a large team of employees across multiple South Island locations, we’re committed to excellence in everything we do.

There’s a history of goodness at Talley’s—and it’s not just our nutritious, delicious food. We stand by the impeccable quality of our products and our growing team of skilled workers as we bring healthy, delicious food to dinner tables near and far. What really sets us apart is the fact that all our products come directly from and are processed in New Zealand, and our people are fundamental to our success.

Ready to start?

If this sounds like a good fit for you, click the link to submit your resume and cover letter / or contact Nika Henry at [email protected] or [021 343 453](tel:021 343 453) to discuss this role further.

Is this role not the right fit for you? See our other openings at talleys.co.nz/careers.

Talley’s is a drug free workplace. All candidates may be required to under-go pre-employment and random drug screening.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work permanently in New Zealand.