Maritime Tutor

Our team of expert academics are all about giving their best to see our ākonga (students) succeed while providing learning that is responsive to the needs of the Maritime industry.

The key responsibilities for this role are:

• Planning, organising and assessing course content, resources and materials for the Diploma in Nautical Science.
• Engaging with ākonga in a face-to-face learning environment
• Managing learner progress toward completion of qualifications
• Keeping accurate learner records and completing documentation to a high standard
• Helping learners to plan for, and move into the next step on their training or career pathway

About you / He kōrero mōu

If you can deliver excellent teaching and learning, are an outstanding communicator, and employ innovative teaching strategies to engage ākonga, we want to hear from you

Applicants must have:

• A Diploma in Nautical Science
• A current Skipper Fishing Vessel unlimited (STCW) certification
• A current First Aid and Marine Medical certificate
• Extensive experience at sea as Captain or Skipper of a variety of smaller to mid-size vessels.
• The ability to work with a team who have a strong emphasis on whakawhanaungatanga (relationships and how we relate to others) and a collaborative work approach.
• A proven knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi within the context of counselling practice and an awareness of how we can uphold the principles of Te Tiriti within the teaching and learning environment.

Appointee should have the capacity to ability and desire to work with, motivate, and engage learners from a variety of cultural backgrounds. We encourage diversity in our kaimahi (staff) and ākonga (students).

What we offer / Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Central city location + good access to public transport + bike racks and showers
• Generous leave provisions (5 weeks annual leave and 4 weeks discretionary leave - based on 12-month academic teaching calendar).
• Awesome staff benefits such as discounts on approved study
• Modern onsite facilities such as onsite café/restaurant/sports facilities/library

About NMIT / He kōrero mō Te Whare Wānanga o Te Tauihu o Te Waka a Māui

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) is a government owned, NZQA Category One tertiary education institute. It operates four campuses, servicing over 6500 tertiary students from the Nelson and Marlborough regions, and from all over the world. Our promise is 'work-ready, world-ready graduates'.

How to apply/ Me pēhea te tuku tono

We accept applications via our online application systems. For a job description, please follow the application link.

You must be a NZ resident or hold current work eligibility status.

If you have any questions please contact Reid Carnegie, Curriculum Area Manager,

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 3rd December 2025.