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Haoa he mahi kaimoana - Catch a seafood job!

A career in Aotearoa’s seafood industry is exciting, hands-on and full of opportunity whether you’re out on the water or working with fresh kaimoana on land.

With clear career pathways to well paid jobs, that span from Te Tai Tokerau/Northland to Rakiura/Stewart Island, why not jump onboard and help us feed the world with our delicious, sustainable seafood!

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Talley's Careers

Discover career opportunities with Talley’s across fishing, processing and support roles. From entry-level to experienced positions, explore pathways in one of New Zealand’s largest seafood companies.

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Sealord Careers

Join Sealord and be part of a global seafood business with strong New Zealand roots. Explore roles at sea, in production and in corporate teams.

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Sanford Careers

Build your future with Sanford, a company committed to sustainable seafood and innovation. Find opportunities across vessels, aquaculture and onshore operations.

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Moana Careers

Work with Moana New Zealand and be part of a proudly Māori-owned seafood company. Explore careers that combine culture, community and opportunity.

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Aquaculture Careers

Interested in aquaculture? Discover opportunities in mussel, oyster and salmon farming across Aotearoa. Learn how to grow your career in this fast-evolving sector.

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Seafood Jobs on SEEK

Explore fishing and seafood roles listed on SEEK. From deckhands to processing roles, find opportunities across the country.

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Seafood Jobs on Trade Me

Explore fishing and seafood roles listed on Trade Me Jobs. From deckhands to processing roles, find opportunities across the country.

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Seasonal Seafood Work

Looking for seasonal or short-term work? Pick Your Path connects you with hands-on roles in seafood and primary industries around New Zealand.

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Hear From Our Seafood Crew

Chase Saunders-Loder

Skipper / Owner

Mel Hayden

Environmental Researcher

Crystal Thomas

Compliance Coordinator

Ben Steele Mortimer

Environment Programme Manager

Carleton Taylor

Chief Engineer

Nic Langridge

Factory Manager

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