FV Voyager - Expressions of Interest

Voyager | Arriving 2027

Talley's newest state-of-the-art deepsea fishing vessel. The newest factory vessel in New Zealand.

It pays to be adventurous.

If you're looking for more than just a 9-to-5 job, Voyager could be your opportunity to be part of something special.

Talley's newest deepsea vessel, Voyager, is arriving in New Zealand in 2027, and we're looking for experienced crew who want to be part of the journey from day one. As a state-of-the-art vessel built with the latest fishing and processing technology, Voyager represents the next generation of deepsea fishing and a significant investment in the future of our business and New Zealand’s fishing industry.

Are you keen to get on board?

It’s part job, part journey!

Talley’s is proudly New Zealand owned and operated. We run five deep sea fishing vessels with primarily Kiwi crews bringing the best New Zealand seafood to the world.

At 79.5 metres long with a 15.5 metre beam, Voyager has been designed to maximise comfort at sea while delivering industry leading performance.

Voyager will be the most modern vessel in our fleet, featuring state-of-the-art fishing and processing systems, a highly automated factory, modern accommodation, purpose-built crew facilities and enhanced onboard amenities. Designed with crew comfort and wellbeing in mind, Voyager will set a new benchmark for life and work at sea.

Key features include:

Highly automated factory systems designed to improve efficiency and make work easier for crew

Private ensuite, television and leather sofa in every cabin

Large mess room lounge and recreation areas

Fully equipped onboard gymnasium with rowing machine, air bike and weights

Life at sea offers rewards few jobs can match. You'll earn excellent money, gain valuable skills and qualifications, and enjoy extended periods of leave. With Talley's unique value of catch remuneration model, there is significant earning potential for high performing crew.

We're assembling the crew that will help launch Voyager and are seeking expressions of interest for roles including:

Second Mates

Bosuns

Factory Engineers

Leading Hands

Meal Men

Cooks

Galley Assistants

Sailors/Crew

Like all Talley's vessels, Voyager will offer opportunities to develop your skills, progress your career, and be part of a close-knit crew operating one of the most advanced deepsea fishing vessels in New Zealand.

We’re looking for people who:

Bring strong industry experience and expertise to their role.

Have a positive, can-do attitude.

Demonstrate honesty, reliability and ambition.

Are self-motivated and take pride in their work.

Work well as part of a team.

Have a strong commitment to health and safety.

* Are looking for more than just a job and are ready for a challenge.

Talley’s is committed to Health & Safety in all our workplaces, and all our vessels are drug free. We carry out pre-employment and routine random drug testing for all our employees. We’ll also put you through a pre-employment medical check with our company Doctor to ensure you are fit for sea.

Register your interest:

Recruitment for Voyager will begin closer to the vessel's arrival in New Zealand.

Register your interest today and be among the first to hear about opportunities aboard Voyager.

Get on board with the future of deepsea fishing.