Command the Journey, Steer the Future
Are you ready to take the helm and lead operations on a sand dredging barge? This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in the maritime industry, ensuring the seamless delivery of essential materials while shaping and guiding a skilled crew. With consideration for flexible shift structures (e.g., 3 days on/3 days off or 4 days on/4 days off), this role offers balance and challenge in equal measure.
Our client is a key player in the building materials industry, delivering high-quality sand and associated products to customers across New Zealand. Currently operating a fleet of 3 vessels ranging in size from 48m – 58m
The Role
As the vessel Master or Mate, you’ll be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the vessel, ensuring all navigational, operational, and safety requirements are met. Key responsibilities include:

• Navigating the barge in compliance with Maritime laws and regulations.
• Managing and mentoring the crew, developing their skills to meet operational demands.
• Ensuring all documentation, including the Maritime Transport Operator Certificate (MTOC), is up-to-date.
• Overseeing health, safety, and environmental standards, including conducting safety drills.
• Coordinating with management on manning levels and operational planning.

Why Join the Team?

• Leadership Role: Be at the forefront of operations, steering the vessel and the team toward success.
• Flexibility: Shift structures designed to support work-life balance.
• Development Opportunity: Lead and mentor a dedicated crew while refining your own leadership skills.
• Impactful Work: Ensure the smooth delivery of essential resources in a critical industry.

What We’re Looking For

• Commercially certified Master with relevant MNZ qualifications.
• Extensive experience in barging, shipping, and navigation, including familiarity with local waterways.
• Proven understanding of maritime safety systems, risk management, and operational compliance.
• Mechanical acumen and experience managing vessel maintenance.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in training and developing seafarers.

About You

• You are action-oriented and thrive on challenges.
• You’re a decisive leader with exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• You have a focus on operational excellence and team development.
• You take pride in maintaining the highest standards of safety and efficiency.

What You’ll Gain

• A competitive package that reflects your skills and experience.
• Flexible shift options to suit your lifestyle.
• A leadership position with autonomy and support.
• The chance to shape a high-performing maritime team.

Any offer of employment for this position will be subject to successfully completing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, and reference checks.
Only those currently in New Zealand with the right to work will be considered. We are unable to process international applications for this role currently.
Manaaki Marine is a Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) Approved Recruitment & Placement Service provider supporting the commercial marine sector. For more information on Manaaki Marine and other opportunities please visit www.manaakimarine.co.nz
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