If you tick all the boxes, then do not hesitate to send us:

  • Your CV and letter of application detailing your experience, qualifications, and interest in the role,
  • Copies of your relevant qualifications
  • Proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand

 

Applications close at 5 pm on Monday, 6 July 2026.

Various roles are available on our client’s deepwater trawler fishing vessel based out of Timaru for experienced and qualified staff. We are looking for workers with experience on similar vessels that catch, process, and freeze their product while out at sea. Contracts are for 11 months of the year which is mostly spent at sea, with a short turnaround between trips of 1-2 days.

To be considered, candidates must have New Zealand-recognised qualifications (or equivalent overseas qualifications) that are relevant to the position they are applying for and be able to demonstrate their experience in those positions.  This means that your CV must clearly show your experience and relevant qualifications, as well as the other points required below.

Applicants without the requisite experience/qualifications and work eligibility will not be considered.

 

We are looking for candidates who have:

  • Eligibility to work in New Zealand (valid work visa, residency, citizenship)
  • Extensive experience on deepwater trawl fishing vessels (please show clearly on CV)
  • Relevant New Zealand-recognised or equivalent overseas industry qualifications (please show clearly on CV)
  • No criminal record in any country
  • The ability to pass drug and alcohol testing
  • Excellent health
  • Good general knowledge of fishing operations

 

Positions we are currently recruiting for:

  • Captain (Master of Vessel)
  • Chief Officer
  • First Officer
  • Second Officer
  • Third Officer
  • Chief Engineer
  • First Engineer
  • Second Engineer
  • Electrician
  • Chief Oiler
  • Factory Manager
  • Bosun
  • Sailor