Marine 2nd 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 Marine 2nd Engineer to join the team on board our longliner FV Janas. You will take direction from the Chief Engineer and be responsible for carrying out watchkeeping duties, maintenance of the ship's machinery, equipment and structure.

As a Marine 2nd Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Maintaining high standards of Health and Safety practices and compliance
  • Carrying out engine room watchkeeping duties, ensuring safe and efficient operations
  • Operating, monitoring, and maintenance of comprehensive marine engineering systems
  • Maintaining a high level of attention to detail and demonstrating a proactive approach to all duties

For this role, you’ll need: 

  • Marine Engineer Class 5 Certificate of Competency (MEC5)
  • Previous experience as an engineer onboard a fishing vessel
  • A high standard and awareness to health and safety
  • Great attention to detail and a high level of enthusiasm

With Talley's, you get:

  • Work-life balance
  • Great 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 nika.henry@talleys.co.nz or 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.

 

Apply now

Permanent

Job no: FWAM60679

Location: Janas

Cost Centre: Deep Sea - Nelson

Closing Date: Thursday, 23 July 2026