Summer Student Harbours | Tauira Ahu Moana
Summer Student Harbours | Tauira Ahu Moana
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Job Description
- $24.50 per hour
- 20 hours per week 3 days on-call
- Fixed term: 1 November 2025 - end of March 2026
Make Waves This Summer - Join the Harbourmasters Team!
Love being out on the water Interested in maritime safety Heres your chance to turn your passion into experience! The Nelson Harbourmaster is offering one part-time Summer Student position - a rare opportunity to support the safety of our harbour port and waterways while building your skills for the future.
We are Wakatū Nelson - a city where creativity prosperity and innovation thrive. Our vision is to foster a community that is inclusive resilient and deeply connected. We care for one another and for our pūahatanga harbour creating a vibrant safe and supportive place for everyone.
About the role Kō tēnei tūranga mahi
As a summer student youll be at the heart of harbor operations working alongside our Harbourmaster to ensure the safety of everyone who enjoys the water - from commercial operators to weekend boaties. Youll:
- Conduct daily water patrols
- Remove navigation hazards (logs mussel floats etc.)
- Support emergency callouts and routine maintenance checks
- Help with safety surveys vessel registrations and record keeping
- Educate and engage with the public on safe boating practices
- Keep working areas tidy and ship-shape
No two days are the same - one day you might be clearing a hazard the next helping with an urgent callout. Its hands-on practical and meaningful work.
About you Ko ngā pūmanawa ō
Were looking for motivated students with:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to work with independence and initiative
- Confidence in the water (you must be a capable swimmer)
- Basic knowledge of navigation meteorology engineering rope skills and safety awareness
- In your cover letter please confirm you meet these criteria:
- Current drivers license (manual)
- RYA Powerboat Level 2 (or equivalent)
- Coastguard Boating Education Day Skipper (or equivalent)
- Minimum VHF Operators certificate
What we offer Ko ngā painga mōu
As part of Te Ahu Moana o Whakatū Nelson Marina youll join a team that values mahi tahi - collaboration and teamwork - and a Manager who is committed to supporting you to grow and thrive.
- A chance to kick-start your maritime career with practical hands-on experience
- Work outdoors in one of Aotearoas most stunning harbours
- Join a supportive and passionate tīma who care about our community and marine environment
Good to know
- Part-time 20 hours per week November 2025 March 2026
- On-call 3 days per week
- Safety-sensitive role - pre-employment drug & alcohol testing applies
- Applications are reviewed as they are received - so get in quick!
For more information about this role please contact Pete Carmichael Deputy Harbourmaster -
Please ensure that you submit your application via the link to ensure it is received.
Employment Type
Temp
