At North Harbour Engineering, we deliver end-to-end engineering services across New Zealand. Our experienced engineers, welders, and fabricators provide reliable solutions – from emergency repairs to full vessel refits – ensuring every project meets class, safety, and performance standards.”
Ship Repair & Maintenance
We carry out full-spectrum ship repair and maintenance services for coastal vessels, tugs, barges, ferries, and fishing fleets.
- Hull and superstructure repairs
- Steel and aluminium fabrication
- Corrosion removal, blasting & coating
- Deck fittings, hatch covers & handrails
- Mechanical servicing and re-alignment
- Docking support and sea trials
- Engine, gearbox, and shaft line overhauls
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Steering gear and control systems
- Pumps, compressors, and cooling systems
- Mechanical alignment and vibration analysis
Our team responds rapidly to minimise downtime and ensure vessels remain seaworthy, leveraging practical expertise and precision tools to maintain mechanical integrity in demanding marine environments
Fabrication & Structural Works
NHE offers high-accuracy metal fabrication services tailored to maritime and industrial applications.
- Custom fabrication in steel, stainless steel & aluminium
- MIG/TIG welding by certified tradesmen
- Structural reinforcement, frames & stiffeners
- Deck and bulkhead replacement
- Component manufacture to specification drawings
Our workshop is equipped for both heavy and precision fabrication, supported by on-site installation capability.
Refits, Modifications & Upgrades
We modernize and enhance vessels to improve performance, comfort, and compliance.
- Machinery and propulsion upgrades
- Electrical system integration
- Structural and layout modifications
- Navigation and automation refits
- Ballast and piping system changes
Our experience in multi-disciplinary refit projects ensures minimal disruption and maximum operational gain.
Surveys, Inspections & Certification Support
We support owners and surveyors in class and compliance inspections.
- Ultrasonic thickness measurement (UTM)
- Non-destructive testing (NDT)
- Hull and tank inspections
- Survey and compliance documentation
- Liaison with classification societies (DNV, ABS, Lloyd’s, etc.)
Our inspection team ensures each job meets the standards required for certification and continued safe service.
Emergency & On-Site Services
When breakdowns occur, we respond quickly — whether dockside or on the water.
- Mobile engineering & welding teams
- Emergency hull and machinery repairs
- On-board troubleshooting
- Port & harbour maintenance support
NHE’s rapid-response teams are available for urgent deployments throughout New Zealand’s coastal regions.
Environmental & Support Services
We also provide complementary services to help vessel operators meet environmental and operational goals.
- Waste & oil management coordination
- Material recycling compliance
- Workshop cleaning & coating systems
- Logistics & lifting coordination for dockyard operations
