Vessel Operator Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Stevedore | Dockworker

This is a Full time job

Guaranteed 40 hrs p/w, overtime when available, paid career pathway from day one
Competitive pay, shift & meal allowances, excellent employee benefit scheme
Free parking, onsite gym & physio, 5 weeks annual leave

Guaranteed 40 hrs p/w, overtime when available, paid career pathway from day one
Competitive pay, shift & meal allowances, excellent employee benefit scheme
Free parking, onsite gym & physio, 5 weeks annual leave

Stevedoring is more than a job; it’s a gateway into a long-term career, no prior experience as a Lasher is needed — full training is provided

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Kiwifruit Forklift Operators - Tauranga Port

at Qube Ports NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

$30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Rewarding pay $30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay
Fixed term contract until September 2026

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Rewarding pay $30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay
Fixed term contract until September 2026

Forklift operators wanted for the 2026 Kiwifruit Season! $30.90/hr + 8% holiday pay, Mount Maunganui, day & night shifts.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Listed four days ago

Stevedore | Dockworker

at JOYN

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Guaranteed 40 hrs p/w, overtime when available, paid career pathway from day one
Competitive pay, shift & meal allowances, excellent employee benefit scheme
Free parking, onsite gym & physio, 5 weeks annual leave

Guaranteed 40 hrs p/w, overtime when available, paid career pathway from day one
Competitive pay, shift & meal allowances, excellent employee benefit scheme
Free parking, onsite gym & physio, 5 weeks annual leave

Stevedoring is more than a job; it’s a gateway into a long-term career, no prior experience as a Lasher is needed — full training is provided

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Meal Plant Operator - Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!

We’re currently seeking an experienced Meal Plant Operator (Independent Contractor) to join one of our deep water factory trawlers

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Meal Plant Operator - Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!

We’re currently seeking an experienced Meal Plant Operator (Independent Contractor) to join one of our deep water factory trawlers

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Meal Plant Operator - Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!

We’re currently seeking an experienced Meal Plant Operator (Independent Contractor) to join one of our deep water factory trawlers

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Kiwifruit Forklift Operators - Tauranga Port

at Qube Ports NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

$30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Rewarding pay $30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay
Fixed term contract until September 2026

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Rewarding pay $30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay
Fixed term contract until September 2026

Forklift operators wanted for the 2026 Kiwifruit Season! $30.90/hr + 8% holiday pay, Mount Maunganui, day & night shifts.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

7d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Boatyard Operator

at Marsden Maritime Holdings Ltd

This is a Full time job

One Tree Point, Northland

Supportive Team Environment
Opportunities for Training and Development
Dynamic Outdoor Working Environment Within Marina and Boatyard

Supportive Team Environment
Opportunities for Training and Development
Dynamic Outdoor Working Environment Within Marina and Boatyard

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Boatyard Operator to join our team at our busy marina and vessel haul-out facility at Marsden Cove.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

13d ago

Listed one day ago

NZ Expedition Vessel Skipper - SRL

at Heritage Travel Services (2018) Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Heritage Explorer visits some of New Zealand’s most picturesque and remote locations, around Fiordland’s Southern Fiords and Marlborough Sounds.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Able Seafarer (Deck) - General Cargo

at Silver Fern Shipping Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$83,419.49 per year

Support safe operations, maintain vessel readiness, and carry out deck duties while contributing to a well-coordinated and safety-driven team.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Forklift Operators - Pulp Warehouse

at Qube Ports NZ

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Competitive Hourly Rate + Health Insurance

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Health insurance plus other great staff benefits
Day and night shift opportunities across a 24/7 operation

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Health insurance plus other great staff benefits
Day and night shift opportunities across a 24/7 operation

Experienced clamp forklift operators wanted for permanent roles at our Pulp Warehouse operation. Day and night shifts available.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Able Seafarer Engine (ASE)

at StraitNZ

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Come and join the team onboard engineering team at StraitNZ Bluebridge!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

25d ago

Listed four days ago

Commercial Skipper

at Whakatohea Mussels (Opotiki) Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Opotiki, Bay of Plenty

Lead a vessel and crew in a marine farming operation. Enjoy stable work, safety-focused culture, and being home every night.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Engine Room Watch Rating (ERWR) Trainee

at StraitNZ

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Come and join the team onboard engineering team at StraitNZ Bluebridge!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

25d ago

Listed eight days ago

Straddle Carrier Operator

at Independent Stevedoring Limited

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$31 – $35 per hour

Supportive team culture with great management
Long term career with internal growth opportunities
PPE and paid training provided

Supportive team culture with great management
Long term career with internal growth opportunities
PPE and paid training provided

No experience? No problem. Full-time port role with paid training, career progression, and long-term security.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed six days ago

Ship's Crane Operators

at C3 Limited

This is a Full time job

Picton, Marlborough

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Respectful & supportive management team and culture
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Respectful & supportive management team and culture
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses

Experienced crane operators required to operate ship's cranes to assist with the loading of logs onto log vessels at the port.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Skipper – Youth Sailing Programmes

at Explore Group

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Operate in one of NZ’s most iconic marine environments
Day charter and multi-night voyages
Work with a professional and supportive team

Operate in one of NZ’s most iconic marine environments
Day charter and multi-night voyages
Work with a professional and supportive team

Seeking an experienced and values-driven Skipper to lead the safe operation of our vessels and the delivery of youth development sailing programmes.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

22d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

2nd Mate | Relieving 1st Mate

at StraitNZ

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

We're on the lookout for for Second Mate to join the Bluebridge team aboard our vessels!

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

14d ago

Listed five hours ago

Forestry Plant Operators

at C3 Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Respectful & supportive management team and culture
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Respectful & supportive management team and culture
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses

Experienced forestry material handlers wanted to unload and stack logs at the port using a variety of heavy forestry machinery with log grapples.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

5h ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Project Coordinator

at Techtrade Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Become a key part of a maintenance project for a large vessel inside New Zealand's largest dry dock.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Hotel Fitter - live onboard

at StraitNZ

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Come and join the team onboard engineering team at StraitNZ Bluebridge!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

Listed four days ago

Commercial Skipper

at Whakatohea Mussels (Opotiki) Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

Lead a vessel and crew in a marine farming operation. Enjoy stable work, safety-focused culture, and being home every night.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

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