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Here's a peek at what the job scene is looking like for Agriculture, fishing & forestry workers, employed in Fishing roles:

So, what's the pay like?

At $83,000 the average salary for Kiwis working in Fishing has been consistent over the last 12 months.

So, what's job demand like?

We have 31 Fishing jobs available.

So, where are the most vacancies?

At the moment Nelson / Tasman has 9 Fishing listings, followed by Canterbury with 8.

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Vessel Factory Engineer Trainee (2026)

2 days ago

Nelson, Nelson / Tasman

Support maintenance and repair of vessel machinery while gaining qualifications, working in a safety-focused team on rotational voyages at sea.

Seeking a unique career opportunity offering a 1:1 trip-on, trip-off lifestyle rotation.
Hands-on role to build technical skills and gain recognised industry qualifications.
Career pathway for progression + qualifications. Crew fly from throughout NZ to join the vessel.

Be an early applicant

Deep Sea Fishing Crew - Seafood Processing

4 days ago

Timaru, Canterbury

Earn year-round while typically only working 6–8 months. Work 6–12 weeks on/6 weeks off with meals, Wi-Fi and a unique career at sea

Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Structured 6–12 week rotations with time at home between trips

Be an early applicant

Skipper - Drysdale (Scampi Vessel)

4 days ago

Nelson, Nelson / Tasman

Lead the Drysdale, a specialised deepwater scampi vessel, with a 4–6 week rotation, small crew and the backing of Sanford’s Wildcatch team

Lead a specialised scampi vessel
4–6 weeks on / 4–6 weeks off
Travel covered – Sanford gets you to and from the vessel

Be an early applicant

Skipper - Drysdale (Scampi Vessel)

4 days ago

Timaru, Canterbury

Lead the Drysdale, a specialised deepwater scampi vessel, with a 4–6 week rotation, small crew and the backing of Sanford’s Wildcatch team

Lead a specialised scampi vessel
4–6 weeks on / 4–6 weeks off
Travel covered – Sanford gets you to and from the vessel

Be an early applicant

Aquaculture Farm Boat Skipper - Stewart Island

12 days ago

Tasman, Nelson / Tasman

Swap the daily commute for island life. Live and work on Stewart Island as a Farm Boat Skipper with accommodation provided

Live and work in the stunning natural surroundings of Stewart Island
Accommodation provided with a Sunday-Thursday roster for great work-life balance
Travel support from Bluff aboard Sanford's Hauraki vessel when required

Full-time, Permanent

FV Aukaha Chief Marine Engineer

16 days ago

Nelson, Nelson / Tasman

Chief Engineer must have proven experience on deep-sea fishing vessels and hold a NZ MEC 4. Qualified candidates please apply.