Port of Auckland

We are proud to welcome two interns from our iwi partners Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei to the Tāmaki Herenga Waka/ Port of Auckland whānau. A whakatau was held for Nathan Morehu (Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei) and Kia Ranea (Ranea) Morehu (Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei) who will spend the next 12 months working in different parts of the business.  Māori Outcomes Manager Paul White says the continuation of developing relationships with mana whenua is a key focus at the port. “This is a great opportunity for Nathan and Ranea to learn all operations of the port and create a potential career pathway. They also have historical ties to the port with close relatives having worked here over many years.” The iwi intern programme was established in 2021 following discussions between CEO Roger Gray and Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Trust CEO Lisa Davis. Nau mai, haere mai Nathan and Ranea! Whiria te taura here tangata Bind together the strands of our people #portlife #aklport

At the port, our greatest strength is our people. Every few months, we take time to celebrate the individuals and teams who inspire us with their hard work, dedication, innovation, and leadership ⭐ This round of Ka Pai Award winners showcases the best of what it means to work at the port. Nominated by their peers, these awards highlight the values we live by every day: putting people first, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of care and excellence. Here’s to this month’s incredible winners: 🏆 Outstanding Contribution to Customers at the Core Award: Trischelle Crosby 🏆 Sustainability and Innovation Award: Calib Schumann 🏆 Safety and Wellbeing Leadership Award: Brendan McCormack 🏆 Outstanding Leader Award: Catherine Ongangi 🏆 Outstanding Performance Award: Greg Brown 🏆 Outstanding Team Award: Allocations Team 🏆 Kaimahi Award: Wanita Orake 🏆 People Focused Award: Alex Wotherspoon-Wood Congratulations to all the winners👏 Curious about what drives our team? Learn more about life at the port: careers.poal.co.nz #aklport #portlife #kapai #rewardandrecognition #celebratingexcellence

Ten decommissioned Hato Hone St John ambulances bound for Ukraine arrived at the port over the weekend. The ambulances were driven from Kirikiriroa/ Hamilton to Tāmaki Makaurau by Tenby Powell, founder of Kiwi K.A.R.E (Kiwi Aid & Refugee Evacuation) alongside a dedicated team of Kiwi and Ukrainian volunteers, co-ordinated by Kate Turska, MNZM 🇺🇦 from Mahi For Ukraine. Our port multi-cargo team member Zair K. oversaw the logistics for this latest shipment. This is the second consignment of decommissioned ambulances received by the port from Kiwi K.A.R.E. bringing the total number of ambulances shipped to Ukraine by Tenby and his team to 35. The ambulances will be operational by late April and will be used to aid critical humanitarian and medical work in Ukraine. These vehicles, which have served communities around Aotearoa, will continue to make a difference by supporting lifesaving efforts aboard. Working collaboratively with charities like Kiwi K.A.R.E who make a positive difference in people’s lives is something we are proud to do. #portlife #aklport #ukraine

At Port of Auckland we are proud of the role we play in supporting the cruise industry in New Zealand. As the main cruise port of our country we have exciting plans to support the growth of tourism to New Zealand and to improve the experiences our visitors have when they visit Auckland.

Ensuring our vessels operate at the highest standards is a priority, so we recently took Waipapa, one of our tugboats, for its scheduled five-year maintenance – a well-deserved birthday treat! 🎉 Thanks to the amazing team at Titan Marine Engineering, this major project wrapped up at the end of last year. The final touches included refilling hydraulic tanks, engine coolant, and, of course, a fresh coat of paint 🖌️✨ This effort took careful planning and coordination, and we couldn't have done it without our incredible Marine team and the crew at Titan Marine. A huge thank you to everyone involved! Waipapa is now back in action on the beautiful Waitematā Harbour, ready to bring in the ships that contain goods for Auckland 🚢 #aklport #portlife #marineengineering #tugboat

We have an opportunity for those wāhine who prefer a more physical component to the job they do. Working as a Lasher in our Terminal Operations team, will provide you this.   As a Lasher, you are responsible for locking and unlocking the equipment that secures containers on the ships. Being a Lasher provides you with a great career path. Check out our video below showcasing some of our amazing wāhine across the business. Our advert provides more specific details about this job and what we have to offer. Applications close soon, so apply today if you are keen to join the team: https://lnkd.in/gkTaPMEF #wāhine #poalcareers #portcareers #lasher #stevedoring

Looking for weekend plans? 🌞 Take a stroll along the Fergusson Public Walkway, open to the public since March 2008! Enjoy stunning views of the Waitematā Harbour, watch the action at Fergusson Terminal, or relax with your coffee or lunch by the water. It’s also a popular fishing spot, so bring your rod if you’re keen🎣 Access the walkway from Solent Street and check out our brand-new signage — it’s packed with information about the port and what’s happening around you. Come and explore this local gem this weekend! #aklport #portlife

We recently celebrated a remarkable milestone — Glenn Davis’ 40th work anniversary! Glenn joined the port back in 1984 (then known as the Auckland Harbour Board), starting out at the workshops on Lower Albert Street 👷♂️ In those early days, technology was just starting to transform the workplace. While his boss worked on a cutting-edge monochrome green-screen computer, Glenn got the job done with pen and paper 📝 Glenn was drawn to the Auckland Harbour Board (now Port of Auckland) for its iconic image. From the heavy machinery and bustling passenger and cargo vessels to the memorable long red fence, he took immense pride in being part of the big, busy port. To celebrate this incredible achievement, Glenn’s wife and colleagues gathered to honor his journey, presenting him with a special mere pounamu as a token of appreciation. Congratulations, Glenn, on this outstanding milestone and your invaluable contributions over the years. Here’s to 40 years of excellence — and counting! 👏 You can learn more about Glenn in our latest edition of Rapport: https://lnkd.in/gCxnkzPW. #aklport #portlife #ourpeople #40years #celebration

Curious about what happens here at your port and the things we get up to? Sign up to our monthly e-newsletter Rapport, and get it delivered straight to your inbox! 📧 Rapport keeps you up-to-date with all the latest information, key events, and stories from across the month. Plus, the MyPort section gives you an inside scoop on our talented whānau who work hard day and night for Auckland 😊 Catch the latest editions of Rapport here: https://lnkd.in/gButr6B2. #aklport #portlife #enewsletter #community

Merry Christmas from the team at Port of Auckland! 🎄This festive season, we’re proud to play a part in delivering the magic, ensuring your gifts arrive safely and on time for celebrations across the country 🎁 From our port whānau to yours, we wish you a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year! ✨ #aklport #portlife