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Fishing Skipper | Kaiurungi Hao Ika

Job

Fishing skippers are responsible for running a fishing boat. Responsibilities range from navigating the vessel and organising the crew to catching and processing fish.

Fishery Officer | Āpiha Hao Ika

Job

Fishery officers gather information on all aspects of the fishing industry and enforce fisheries laws.

Ship's Master | Poutikanga Whakahaere Kaipuke

Job

Ship's masters are in charge of a ship, its crew and any passengers or cargo it is carrying – on the water and in port. On tugs or pilot boats, ship's masters may guide or assist ships in and out of harbours or through difficult waterways.

Civil Engineer | Mataaro Metarahi

Job

Civil engineers plan, organise and oversee the building and maintenance of structures such as dams, bridges, sewerage systems and roads.