New Zealand Certificate in Maritime Operations (Level 5)
Progress your maritime career to a command role as master or skipper of a fishing or commercial vessel with this Level 5 qualification, equipping you for Maritime New Zealand certification.
NZ$4,945
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Perform as master or skipper of a vessel
Take command of a commercial or fishing vessel (<500GT) in near-coastal or limited-fishing areas, being responsible for vessel, crew, and passengers.
Legal, regulatory, and compliance skills
Apply maritime law and compliance, and monitor legislative requirements relevant to vessel operation.
About This Course
This certificate prepares you for command roles on fishing or commercial vessels under 500 gross tonnage in near-coastal and limited-fishing areas. Designed for those wishing to become a master or skipper, the programme covers essential knowledge in vessel management, navigation, and maritime law, while providing simulator-based practical learning. Graduates will be ready to apply for Maritime New Zealand (MNZ) certification following additional MNZ requirements.
Course Content
- Legal and management of vessel operations
- Navigation command and control of emergencies
- Orals preparation (passage planning, emergency response, watchkeeping)
- Integrated vessel management, safety, seamanship and compliance
- Practical simulator-based learning
- Operation of small ship power plants
- Cargo loading, stowage, securing and care
- Crew management and shipboard duties
Entry Requirements
Open entry for domestic students
Recommended: Officer of the Watch (OOW) <500GT Near Coastal, or Mate Fishing Vessel limited, or Skipper Coastal and Offshore, or equivalent license
Build towards these roles
Master (Commercial Vessel <500GT)Skipper (Fishing Vessel – Limited)Deck OfficerMarine Operations Supervisor
Build skills in these industries
Maritime TransportFisheries
