Becoming a recognised surveyor
Read about surveyor recognition and how to apply to become a recognised surveyor.
The recognition framework
To survey ships under the Maritime Operators Safety System (MOSS), a surveyor must hold a Certificate of Surveyor Recognition.
The recognition framework outlines:
- the surveyor recognition categories defined by Maritime New Zealand
- the qualifications and experience required for surveyors seeking recognition to perform surveys of a particular category.
Before you apply for recognition, we recommend that you gain an understanding of the recognition framework and MOSS survey requirements first (see Before applying below).
Apply to become a surveyor
Apply for recognition by using this step by step application process.
Recognition fees
- These rates are effective from 1 July 2016.
- All charges are in New Zealand currency and include goods and services tax (GST).
Surveyor recognition (under MOSS)
| Service provided | Fixed fee | Hourly rate $231 [office-based] |
Hourly rate $303 [offsite visit] |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applying for recognition | |||
| Applying for all DA, IC and P categories | $865 | ||
| Other recognition services | |||
| Extension of scope of surveyor recognition | $865 | ||
| Renewal of certificate of surveyor recognition | $634 |
Surveyor recognition (other specialist roles)
| Service provided | Fixed fee | Hourly rate $235 [office-based] |
Hourly rate $313 [offsite visit] |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applying for recognition | |||
| Compass adjuster [with pre-assessment] |
$541 | ||
| Compass adjuster [without pre-assessment] |
$884 | ||
| Radio inspector | |||
| Authorised person | $235 | $313 |
Maritime Rules
Part 44
Surveyor responsibilities and survey, certification, and maintenance for ships in maritime transport operations
Surveyor seminars
MNZ has proposed dates in mind for the next set of surveyor seminars and surveyor advisory groups.