Contract Fishing Vessel Crew
FOUR FACTORY FREEZER TRAWLERS
- BASED FROM PORT LYTTELTON
- VARIOUS POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Applications are invited for seagoing positions on factory freezer trawlers operating in the NZ Exclusive Economic Zone in 2025/2026.
Crew positions include Master, Chief Mate / 2nd Mate, 3rd, 4th Mates, Radio Officer, Chief Engineer, Refrigeration Machinist, Engineering Adjuster, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Engineers, Motorman, Fitter, Turner, FMP Machinist, Refrigeration Engineer, Welder, 1st & 2nd Electrical Engineer, Electricians, Chief Trawlmaster / Trawlmaster, Fish Master, Factory Manager, Cooks, Catering / House-keeping, Doctor, Seaman / Bosun / Factory and Deck crew.
A successful applicant will be required to present themselves, ready for work, at the vessels home port of Lyttelton. Contract period is six months. Each voyage is for 4 to 6 weeks in duration with limited time ashore during port turnarounds.
Previous deep-sea fishing experience is required.
Some of the qualities we look for in our fishing crew are:- a strong safety focus
- the ability to communicate well
- able to build good relationships
- open to receive and follow instructions and feedback
- a mature work ethic - that is honest, reliable, and trustworthy
- able to work under pressure and to perform well in this setting
- fit and healthy
Applicants who do not meet all requirements will be considered for further opportunities.
The operator has available sponsored positions for suitable applicants to complete a basic entry level course designed to prepare applicants for employment at sea. The deep-sea training course involves an intense live-in course working to roster similar to what would be experienced while at sea.Applicants who successfully complete the course will be subject to the operators normal employment processes.
Being suitable for such consideration will depend on a number of factors, including being prepared to undertake further relevant training determined by the operator.
Pre-employment and on-going drug testing is a requirement for all positions.To apply you must be a New Zealand citizen or have a residence class visa.
On application it is mandatory to complete an application and personal disclosure form. You will also be required to provide details for two referees within the fishing industry, for whom you have previously worked. Applicants for the above positions consent to previous relevant employers being contacted in the vetting process.
To apply please go to https://www.intepeople.co.nz jobs page.