Bookings available for Milford Marina
〰️
Bookings available for Milford Marina 〰️
Boat Care for Everyday Owners
Structured care packages and other services that keep your boat safe and ready.
Welcome to Boat Buddy.
Boat Buddy provides routine boat care, maintenance, and repair services across Auckland, with a focus on structured care packages.
While one‑off maintenance and repair work is available, Boat Buddy is built around ongoing care. By getting to know your boat and how you use it, I develop a practical care plan that improves safety, reliability, and overall condition, while keeping an eye on security and wellbeing along the way.
The benefit is simple. Your boat is looked after by someone who knows it, understands it, and helps keep it safe and ready to use.
Our Routine Care packages
-
Regular checks and peace of mind”
Best for: Owners who want someone keeping an eye on things
Includes:
Monthly boat inspection
Bilge, battery, and shore power checks
Mooring lines and general condition check
Security and post-weather checks
Photo report after each visit
Maintenance reminders
-
“Ongoing care to keep things running well”
Best for: Owners who use their boat regularly
Includes:
Everything in Essential
Light deck and solar washdown
Rotating system checks
Minor adjustments and upkeep
Early-stage fault identification
Priority scheduling
-
“Active support and practical maintenance”
Best for: Owners who want hands-on help and technical backup
Includes:
Everything in Care+
Engine runs and system operation
Fault finding and troubleshooting
Minor repairs (within scope)
Maintenance tracking
Phone/email technical advice
Owner walk-throughs and training
-
Routine Care
Regular checks to ensure your boat is safe, secure, and ready to use.
Bilge, battery, and shore power checks
Mooring lines and fenders
Visual system checks
Storm and post-weather inspections
Photo reports after visit
-
Repair & Maintenance
Hands-on work to keep systems operating properly.
Mechanical systems
Electrical systems (non-certified work where permitted)
Plumbing systems
Deck gear, winches, and rigging
Fault finding and system troubleshooting
Project management and supervision
-
Technical Support & Advice
Clear, practical guidance based on real marine engineering experience.
Troubleshooting issues
Understanding system faults
Maintenance planning
Practical, no-jargon advice
Owner training
-
Offshore & Remote Support
Support for owners heading away from the dock. A technical buddy who already knows your boat.
Pre-departure checks
Creation of a vessel / owner’s manual tailored to your boat and needs
Remote advice while cruising
Help when problems arise offshore
Expertise
Mechanical systems
〰️
Inboards & outboards
〰️
Hull & fouling
〰️
Fiberglass & gelcoat
〰️
Electrical, electronics & navigation
〰️
Cabinet & interior repairs
〰️
Rigging repairs
〰️
Sanitary & plumbing
〰️
& more
〰️
Mechanical systems 〰️ Inboards & outboards 〰️ Hull & fouling 〰️ Fiberglass & gelcoat 〰️ Electrical, electronics & navigation 〰️ Cabinet & interior repairs 〰️ Rigging repairs 〰️ Sanitary & plumbing 〰️ & more 〰️
Marine Engineer with 30 years experience
Boat Buddy was created to provide practical, reliable support for boat owners who want to stay on top of their vessel without the stress.
I have a background in marine engineering, offshore vessels, sailing, and boat building. My focus is on understanding how boats and their systems actually work and operate, not just how they look. That experience carries through into everything I do, from routine checks to fault finding and technical advice.
Boat ownership comes with responsibility, and many owners want to do things properly. I support that by working alongside you and providing care you can rely on, along with advice you can trust.
Whether it’s keeping your boat in good condition at the marina, helping manage maintenance, or providing support before and during a trip, the goal is simple:
To help you feel confident in your boat and how it’s looked after.
-
![Offshore Cruising]()
OFFSHORE CRUISING
-
![Shore Crew]()
GLOBAL RACE SHORE CREW
-
![MANAWANUI]()
CHIEF ENGINEER
-
![Boat Builder]()
BOAT BUILDING
Ready to talk?
Let’s talk about your boat and how we can support it.