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Diesel Marine Motor Mechanic
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Description
Marine Technician – Mercury Specialist Diesel & Petrol Marine Engines
Mercury Bay Marine Whitianga, Coromandel

Full-time | 40+ hrs/week 70k - 85k -depending on experience
Mercury Certified + Jet Ski + MerCruiser experience valued
Join a trusted and growing marine workshop on the beautiful Coromandel!
Mercury Bay Marine is seeking an experienced Marine Technician to join our expert team servicing outboards, sterndrives, and jet skis, primarily focused on Mercury and MerCruiser power systems.


This is a full-time permanent position, offering hands-on technical variety, career growth, and a coastal lifestyle in one of New Zealand’s top marine destinations.
What You'll Do
*Service and repair Diesel and Petrol Inboard engines, Sterndrives, Outboards, (Mercury, MerCruiser systems, and others)
*Diagnose faults in mechanical, electrical, fuel, and hydraulic systems
*Install electronics, wiring, and accessories
*Carry out pre-delivery inspections and sea trials
*Mobile servicing (company vehicle provided for off-site jobs)
*Maintain clean and safe workshop practices
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Key Responsibilities:
*Detect and diagnose mechanical, electrical, fuel, and hydraulic faults.
*Dismantle, remove, inspect, and reassemble engine assemblies and drive components.
*Repair or replace worn/defective parts, referring to service manuals as needed.
*Perform scheduled maintenance, system tune-ups, and sea trials.
*Use computerised diagnostic tools for fault detection and testing.
*Install marine electronics, accessories, wiring, and conduct pre-delivery inspections.
*Perform mobile servicing as required, maintaining safe workshop practices.
What We're Looking For Skills & Qualifications
*NZQF Level 4 trade qualification in marine or mechanical engineering, OR at least 5 years of marine mechanical experience with combustion systems
*Mercury-certified technician strongly preferred. MerCruiser and Jet Ski servicing experience highly valued.
*Proficiency in diagnostics, hydraulics, electrical systems, and engine reassembly under pressure. *The ability to work safely and autonomously and in part of a team in a coastal workshop. *Competence with Mercury Sterndrive repairs
*Owns basic tool kit required
You'll need to be confident working under time constraints while still delivering meticulous, high-standard work. Full NZ driver's licence perfered.
Why Join Mercury Bay Marine? Join a stable, experienced team of long-term staff Established business with a loyal client base Professional development: Mercury University training available Supportive, experienced team with a friendly culture Stunning location: live and work by the sea in Whitianga
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To Apply Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to mailto:info@mercurybaymarine.co.nz We are an Accredited Employer and may be able to support visa applications for the right applicant.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Mercury Bay Marine – 14 Moewai Road, Whitianga Website: http://www.mercurybaymarine.co.nz
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