New Zealand Certificate in Marine Engineering Class 5 (Level 5)

This programme is a significant stepping stone toward a worthwhile career as a seafarer.
Learn how to operate and maintain all the equipment and systems onboard a vessel.
Whether your interest is a new vessel construction and boat building or equipment maintenance and upgrades, this programme aims to provide you with practical maritime engineering skills. How you apply these skills is your choice - careers in the maritime industry are many and diverse (learn more below - under Careers).
Develop core skills needed to keep your crew and the environment safe
Marine Engineers ensure the safe operations and essential maintenance of systems for the benefit of the crew and surrounding environment. This programme aims to develop these essential skills. Our focus on safety and leadership has earned New Zealand a solid reputation worldwide for maritime engineering training. For example, The Marine Engineer Class 5 license (MEC5) is internationally recognised.