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You will spend your time away either at sea or conducting small boat surveys. The tasks required within this specialized position include:

- Operating, monitoring, and recording of survey data
- Cleaning and maintenance of survey equipment
- Assisting in the set up and operation of shore surveying stations
- Driving small boats
- Driving 4WD and heavy transport (class 2+) vehicles

You will be part of Beach or Wharf Survey Teams conducting surveys and reconnaissance in preparation for the landing of Defence force personnel, stores, and logistics, both in New Zealand and where required in the pacific region.

You could be part of the Mine Countermeasures Team (MCM).



Where you will play a vital role in the detection of underwater threats / objects protecting both military and civilian vessels.

At sea you will have an significant role to play in the ships operational organisation and be required to conduct watches on the bridge as either the helmsman (drive the ship) or bowman (lookout) working in shifts over a 24 hour period. During times, such as “action stations”, you may be a member of a small boats crew, refuelling at sea crew, and a man overboard recovery team. Damage control is an important aspect onboard all HMNZ Ships, and you will be required to participate in realistic fire and flood exercises.

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📌 Hydrographic Systems Operator (City of Devonport)
🏢 New Zealand Defence Force
📍 City of Devonport