Stainless · Aluminium · Steel
Marine engineering and fabrication in Whangārei
For boats and marine structures, in my workshop or on site at your marina or hardstand.
- Workshop or on site
- Whangārei to Ruakākā
- Auckland on request
- 7 years experience
Services
Marine engineering and fabrication services
Whether it's a repair or something new, here's what I can do for your boat.

Design and fabrication
I can help with the design side and bring your ideas to life. With 3D design, you can see the finished result before any metal gets cut.
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Stainless, aluminium and steel
I do specialised welding in stainless steel, aluminium and steel.
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Custom marine projects
Have something in mind for your boat? I'll work through it with you, from the first sketch to the final weld.
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Structural hull repairs
I do structural repairs and modifications on hulls, from small patches to bigger replating jobs.
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Polishing
Stainless steel needs regular maintenance. I can polish it cost-effectively to help resist corrosion, or bring it up to a mirror finish.
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Have a look at everything I do, from marine engineering and welding to hull repairs and 3D design work.
See my servicesWhat I do
Welding and fabrication for boats and marine structures
I'm a specialist welder-fabricator based in Whangārei, New Zealand. I focus on the marine industry, doing stainless steel, aluminium and steel welding and fabrication for boats and marine structures.
Mobile, with a workshop
Mobile, with a workshop in Whangārei. I work on site at marinas and hardstands from Whangārei to Ruakākā, and Auckland on request.
Stainless, aluminium and steel
Welding in stainless, aluminium and steel, above and below the waterline.

Projects
My work in action
Have a look at some recent jobs, from stainless rails to aluminium structures.
What I make
What I make
In stainless steel, aluminium and steel.
- Solar arches
- Radar poles
- Helm posts
- Dinghy davits
- Outboard lifting cranes
- Handrails
- Water tanks
- Anchor guards
- Exhaust systems
- Chimneys
- Granny bars
- Bimini frames
- Heat shields
- Deck structures
- Galley splashbacks
- Structural hull repairs
…and more.
Testimonials
What my customers say
“Lee is the only person I’d trust to install a new rudder tube in my yacht while I’m overseas. I know the job will be done properly, and at a fair price.”
“Lee has completed several marine projects for me over the years, and his work is consistently first class. He genuinely listens, so you get what you actually want rather than what he assumes you want. He gives equal care to function and form, and it shows in the finished result.”
“I used Lee and Vertex Marine’s services during a major refit of my steel yacht. Lee was recommended to me by a local sailor, and I have very fond memories of working with him. His work included both mild steel welding and beautifully crafted stainless steel fittings. Everything was done almost straight away, and the quality of the work was excellent. What’s more, whenever small jobs came up that needed doing “yesterday”, Lee would come over even after hours so I could keep the project moving. For me, that was probably the most valuable thing – Lee never let me down. And all of this at the most competitive prices in Whangārei. I highly recommend Lee and Vertex Marine.”
Contact
Ready to start your project?
Whether it's fabrication, design work, repairs or welding, tell me about the job and I'll get back to you with a price.
- Phone021 0298 4381
- Emailsolutions@vertexmarine.co.nz
- WhereMobile, with a workshop in Whangārei. I work on site at marinas and hardstands from Whangārei to Ruakākā, and Auckland on request.


