We currently have a vacancy for a Chief Officer on our cement vessel operating on the NZ coast.

This is a full time, permanent role. Days of work will be on a regular roster of 28-days on, 28-days off the vessel.

Some of the key responsibilities and requirements of the position include:

Master Unlimited CoC. Maritime NZ recognised
Current MNZ (or equivalent) medical certificate and current STCW auxiliary refresher certificates
Have proven ship handling experience of vessels >100m
Good interpersonal skills and solid people managements skills
Strong understanding of bulk cargo operations
Proven vessel maintenance experience in managing deck maintenance, repair and remedial works onboard
Ensure safe work conditions exist onboard and that all tasks are performed in a safe & seamanlike manner.
A team player who can work collaboratively with others within and across departments on the vessel as well as with shore management.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in effectively implementing the requirements of companies’ Safety Management Systems, ensuring the highest safety standards are maintained. Candidates must have experience sailing as Chief Officer.

If you would like more information about this opportunity or to submit your application, please send your resume / covering letter and apply via Seek.

Applicants must be resident in NZ or able to live and work in NZ.

Applications should be submitted by 11th November 2026 and be available to start end December 2026/ beginning January 2027.

About us:

Swire Shipping is the wholly owned deep-sea shipping arm of John Swire & Sons Ltd, a privately held company with a long and distinguished history of trading and operating in the Far East. Swire Shipping is proud to have provided over 150 years of shipping services, spanning the globe. The Head office is located in Singapore, with regional offices in the UK, China, Hong Kong, India, Australia, New Zealand and across the Pacific Islands.

In New Zealand the company owns and operates the cement carrier MV Aotearoa Chief.

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