Marine Reliability Engineer

RealNZ is looking for an experienced Marine Reliability Engineer to help keep our marine fleet safe, reliable, and performing at its best - supporting extraordinary experiences in some of Aotearoa’s most iconic places.

This senior, technically focused role is ideal for someone who enjoys getting into the detail, thinking long‑term about asset performance, and solving complex engineering challenges. You’ll provide trusted technical advice across vessel maintenance, asset lifecycle planning, and reliability, while helping to strengthen how we plan, deliver, and continuously improve our marine maintenance.

Working closely with our Marine leaders, you’ll support complex repairs, planned maintenance, vessel audits, and the ongoing improvement of our CMMS (Maximo). You’ll also play a key role in asset optimisation and marine projects - ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with statutory and regulatory requirements.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a purpose‑driven organisation where engineering excellence supports safety, conservation, and unforgettable guest experiences.

What you'll bring

• Relevant trade‑based qualification and full NZ Driver’s Licence
• Minimum 5 years’ experience maintaining commercial vessels
• Minimum 10 years’ experience working with heavy equipment
• Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Strong technical capability with high attention to detail
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to work independently
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with engineering consultants and contractors

Bonus points if you have

• Experience working to marine classification society standards (e.g. ABS, DNV, Lloyd’s Register)
• Experience with CMMS optimisation (Maximo preferred)
• Knowledge of reliability‑centred maintenance practices
• Experience with reliability engineering techniques (FMECA, RCM, MTBF, failure investigations)
• Ability to interpret technical data and maintenance history to support decision‑making
• Experience facilitating root cause analysis or cross‑functional problem‑solving sessions

What you'll get from this

• A permanent, full‑time role with guaranteed hours working across some of Aotearoa’s most incredible marine environments
• Competetive staff benefits, including discounted RealNZ experiences - from Milford and Doubtful Sound cruises to the Te Anau Glowworm Caves and white‑water rafting!
• Medical insurance
• Free Cardrona x Treble Cone ski pass
• Be part of a purpose‑driven organisation that connects people with conservation through tourism

Real people, real places, real experiences. Welcome to Real.

When's the best time to join the Real whānau? Now's good.

We're the conservation business that's enabled by tourism. We're helping the world, one guest at a time, fall in love with conservation. We're inspiring people to leave their places in better conditions than when they found them. We channel a guest-centric approach that fuels our genuine promise to deliver Aotearoa's most unforgettable experiences.

It's our workplace environment that makes careers at RealNZ more exciting than the regular job. Working for Real could mean you're based anywhere between a secluded island, a scenic fiord, and a snow-capped maunga. Our people, places, and workdays are a great and diverse mixture. It keeps us on our toes and adds value and passion to our work.

At RealNZ, we're committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Guided by our values of Pono (Keep it real) and He waka eke noa (We're all in this together), we embrace and celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences that make our team stronger. Everyone is welcome here.

How to apply

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Please note that we will be interviewing candidates as they apply, and if the right person is found, we may close the role off to any further applications.