Q-West is a boat building company with modern facilities and an excellent national and international reputation. Q-West Boat Builders strives for manufacturing excellence through professional leadership, efficient systems and motivated staff nurtured in a healthy and innovative environment.

We invite you to come onboard!

Purchasing & Project Support – Keeping our Boat Builds Moving

Join our team in the boat building industry and play a key role in keeping our projects on track.

We’re looking for an experienced Purchasing & Project Support person who can manage day-to-day purchasing while also building strong supplier partnerships and supporting smooth project delivery.

What you’ll do:
• Purchase and coordinate components for vessel builds and stock.
• Source quotes, negotiate with suppliers, and manage preferred supplier relationships.
• Track and follow up on orders, ensuring materials arrive on time.
• Manage stock control, records, and filing systems.
• Project support assisting the Operations Manager.
• Oversee company vehicle repairs and servicing.

What we’re looking for:
Ideally knowledge and experience within the boat building or marine industry
• Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or project coordination.
• Strong communication skills (email, phone, face-to-face).
• Organised, detail-focused, and confident working with systems.
• Commercially aware and able to negotiate effectively.
• Proactive problem-solver who can manage competing priorities.

Why join us?
This is more than just processing orders — it’s about being part of a team that builds world-class vessels. You’ll play a crucial role in keeping production flowing smoothly, developing supplier relationships, and making a direct impact on project success. We value our people and will support you in your success.

A full job description can be supplied upon request – email jacquie@q-west.co.nz

Please send a cover letter to accompany your CV.