Port Marlborough is a diverse and forward-thinking regional port and marina business, supporting a wide range of shipping, marine and infrastructure activities across Waitohi/Picton, Havelock and the Marlborough Sounds. With a vision to lead the way as an environmentally restorative port, Port Marlborough is committed to creating lasting value for the region, its people and the environment.
Guided by five strategic pillars — People, Planet, Prosperity, Partnerships and Performance — Port Marlborough is a values-driven organisation where Hauora, Kaitiakitanga, Mahi Tahi, Pono and Kairangatira shape the way the team works every day.
About the role
Reporting to the Asset Manager, you’ll take ownership of a varied workload spanning asset management, capital project delivery and day-to-day engineering support across Port Marlborough’s diverse infrastructure portfolio.
You’ll lead projects through the full lifecycle, from scoping and practical design solutions through to procurement, site supervision and handover, with the autonomy to make sound engineering decisions along the way. Working closely with consultants, contractors, operational teams and external stakeholders, you’ll help shape asset planning and keep the Port’s infrastructure operating safely and efficiently.
With significant investment ahead, including major ferry infrastructure developments, you’ll play a key part in high-profile projects while also handling operational and reactive engineering needs. No two days are the same.
About you
You’re a Civil Engineer with 3–4 years’ post-graduate experience, ready to step up and run projects with confidence. You enjoy balancing technical engineering with hands-on delivery and are just as comfortable on site as in the office.
You’ll bring:
- A tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering (or equivalent); progress towards CPEng would be an advantage.
- 3–4 years’ experience delivering civil infrastructure or capital works projects, ideally in a port, marine or similar environment.
- Proven ability to manage projects and contracts independently, including budgets, programmes and NZS 3910 contract administration.
- Solid site experience supervising contractors and overseeing construction quality and safety.
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to advise and influence consultants, contractors and operational teams.
- Plenty of drive, initiative and a good sense of humour.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an engineer ready to take the next step in their career, working across a diverse mix of assets and capital projects. You’ll join a business investing in its future, backed by an experienced team, while enjoying the lifestyle of one of New Zealand’s most spectacular regions.
Port Marlborough is committed to providing a safe working environment and will undertake a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening.
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To find out more contact Emily Bissett on 027 2285999
emily.bissett@intepeople.co.nz
Applications close Monday 30 November 2026