Third Engineer – MEC3 (MEC2 preferred)

StraitNZ keeps Aotearoa moving—by sea and by road. Our Bluebridge ferries carry people, pets, and a serious volume of freight across Cook Strait every day. Behind that reliability is an engineering team that takes pride in safe, tidy, efficient machinery.
Why this role is different?

Modern tonnage, smart systems. Two Ro-Pax ferries on the Wellington–Picton route, including our newest additions Connemara and Livia, with modern automation and control throughout.

Proper engineering. You’ll be part of a compact, capable crew where good ideas travel fast and maintenance is done properly—not patched.

Predictable lifestyle. 14 days on / 14 days off, single-cabin onboard, meals provided, home port in Wellington.

The role:
We’re after a qualified Marine Engineer (MEC3 minimum; MEC2 or higher preferred) to join our onboard team. You’ll live onboard during your swing and work closely with the Second and Chief to keep the vessel safe, compliant, an...