New operations require a Maritime Transport Operator Certificate (MTOC).
Operators must prepare a Maritime Transport Operator Plan (operator plan) and apply for a Maritime Transport Operator Certificate (MTOC).
SIX MONTHS BEFORE:
Your new operations are to begin.
- 2Ensure vessel safetyMake sure all vessels in your operation have a current Certificate of Survey completed by a recognised surveyor.
A list of recognised surveyors
Check all safety certificates are up to date.
- 3Develop your operator planReview your safety system and develop a Maritime Transport Operator Plan (operator plan).
View the information, help and resources on how to develop your own operator plan.
Developing an operator plan
THREE MONTHS BEFORE:
Your new operations are to begin.
- 4Apply for your certificateIf you have not done so already, download and read Applying for a Maritime Transport Operator Certificate (MTOC) for guidance on how to apply.
Then apply for an MTOC by completing the following application documents:
- MTOC application form
- operator plan
- fit and proper person formshow all pre application information
- 5Send us your applicationThere are two options for you to send your application documents to MNZ, by email, courier or post:
Email your application to:
operators@maritimenz.govt.nz
Or
Courier your application to:
Operator Certification
Maritime New Zealand
1 Grey Street
Wellington 6011
NEW ZEALAND
Or
Post your application to:
Operator Certification
Maritime New Zealand
PO Box 25620
Wellington 6140
NEW ZEALAND
- 6Confirmation your application is receivedYou will be invoiced once we have checked your application for completeness and formally received your application. A reference number and instructions explaining how to pay will be sent with the invoice.
- 7Pay the application feeIndicate your preferred payment method on the MTOC application form and pay the fee. We must receive payment before we can finalise your application.
MOSS fees and charges
- 8Application assessmentFor MNZ to assess your application, you need to be available for a site visit to your operation and vessel(s).
You may be asked to provide further information, or to make changes to your operator plan as part of the application process.
- 9Issue of MTOC If you are successful, MNZ will issue you an MTOC and you can start operating straight away.
