
Other Engineering
A course by
NMIT
This programme prepares you for command and operational management of fishing vessels under 45 metres or non-fishing vessels up to 500t, operating within New Zealand’s coastal and offshore limits. It covers maritime law, vessel management, navigation, and all required short courses for Maritime New Zealand licensing.
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing

Operate, manage, and maintain the safety of vessels less than 45m or non-fishing vessels up to 500t in coastal/offshore waters.

Meet the requirements for command competency as per Maritime New Zealand and pass the final examination.
Gain the skills to manage and maintain the safety of fishing vessels less than 45 metres or non-fishing vessels up to 500t, operating up to 200 nautical miles offshore. The programme includes Maritime NZ exam preparation, a 7-week block course in Nelson, distance/online learning, and required STCW and radio certificates. It is designed for learners holding existing maritime qualifications and seeking Maritime New Zealand's Skipper Fishing Vessel Limited licence.
Entry Requirements
Hold MNZ Mate Fishing Vessel – Limited licence OR STCW Watchkeeper Deck 500t Near Coastal licence OR NZ Offshore Watchkeeper licence (additional course requirements apply)
Meet MNZ sea time, medical and eyesight requirements



Other Engineering
A course by
NMIT
This programme prepares you for command and operational management of fishing vessels under 45 metres or non-fishing vessels up to 500t, operating within New Zealand’s coastal and offshore limits. It covers maritime law, vessel management, navigation, and all required short courses for Maritime New Zealand licensing.
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing

Operate, manage, and maintain the safety of vessels less than 45m or non-fishing vessels up to 500t in coastal/offshore waters.

Meet the requirements for command competency as per Maritime New Zealand and pass the final examination.
Gain the skills to manage and maintain the safety of fishing vessels less than 45 metres or non-fishing vessels up to 500t, operating up to 200 nautical miles offshore. The programme includes Maritime NZ exam preparation, a 7-week block course in Nelson, distance/online learning, and required STCW and radio certificates. It is designed for learners holding existing maritime qualifications and seeking Maritime New Zealand's Skipper Fishing Vessel Limited licence.
Entry Requirements
Hold MNZ Mate Fishing Vessel – Limited licence OR STCW Watchkeeper Deck 500t Near Coastal licence OR NZ Offshore Watchkeeper licence (additional course requirements apply)
Meet MNZ sea time, medical and eyesight requirements


Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Nelson Campus, Nelson
It will take a total of 18 weeks
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing

Understand and apply relevant maritime law, navigation, and vessel operations regulations in New Zealand’s maritime context.
Be physically fit and capable of participating in practical training
Provide a Medical Certificate issued by a GP, or a Seafarers Medical Certificate, or equivalent
English language proficiency: IELTS 5.5 (no band under 5.0) or equivalent if English is not your first language
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Nelson Campus, Nelson
It will take a total of 18 weeks
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing

Understand and apply relevant maritime law, navigation, and vessel operations regulations in New Zealand’s maritime context.
Be physically fit and capable of participating in practical training
Provide a Medical Certificate issued by a GP, or a Seafarers Medical Certificate, or equivalent
English language proficiency: IELTS 5.5 (no band under 5.0) or equivalent if English is not your first language