Vessel Manager | FV Takapo | NZ’s Newest Deep-Sea Fishing Vessel

Rare opportunity to manage the operation of one of New Zealand’s most advanced fishing vessels.

Recently completed in Turkey and now operating from New Zealand, FV Takapo represents a significant investment in the future of New Zealand's seafood industry, incorporating cutting-edge fishing technology, advanced automation systems, improved fuel efficiency, and industry-leading crew facilities.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in the operation and ongoing development of a flagship vessel.

About the Role

The Vessel Manager is responsible for the safe, compliant and efficient operation of FV Takapo.

Acting as the primary shore-based contact for the vessel, you'll work closely with the Master, Chief Engineer, Factory Manager, fishing crews, suppliers and regulatory authorities to ensure every voyage achieves the highest standards of performance, safety and compliance.

You will be responsible for:

  • Managing vessel operations and turnaround activities

  • Supporting crew management and personnel planning

  • Fisheries compliance and catch reporting

  • Maintenance planning and work-list management

  • Provisioning and voyage preparation

  • Coordinating contractors, suppliers and service providers

  • Monitoring operational performance and costs

  • Supporting regulatory compliance with Maritime NZ, MPI and company requirements

  • Acting as the key shore-based point of contact for vessel operations

What We’re Looking For

We're interested in people with practical experience in commercial fishing, maritime operations or marine engineering who understand the realities of operating large vessels in a demanding environment.

Ideally you will bring:

  • Significant experience in deep-sea fishing, maritime operations or vessel management

  • Strong understanding of fisheries operations and compliance requirements

  • Experience managing maintenance programmes and vessel work scopes in conjunction with the engineering team

  • Knowledge of maritime safety and regulatory requirements

  • Excellent planning, communication and problem-solving skills

  • Strong leadership capability and the ability to build productive relationships with vessel crews and shore-based teams

  • Experience working with vessel management, maintenance or reporting systems

Desirable

  • Senior seagoing experience as a Master, Mate, Chief Engineer or senior vessel officer

  • Experience with deep-sea factory trawlers or large commercial vessels

  • Maritime, engineering or fisheries-related qualifications

Why Join Aurora Fisheries?

  • Be part of the operation of New Zealand's newest deep-sea fishing vessel

  • Join a respected New Zealand seafood company with more than 30 years in the industry

  • Work alongside experienced fisheries and marine professionals

  • Competitive remuneration package

  • Long-term career opportunity within a growing business

  • Make a genuine impact on the success of a flagship vessel operation

We are actively recruiting and applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Email your details to [email protected] or use the online form below.

Vessel Manager – NZ’s Newest Deep-Sea Fishing Vessel