Seven Simple Steps to becoming a Charter Boat Owner/Operator...
Not long before its all on again... Here's seven simple steps to becoming a Charter Boat Owner/Operator: 1. Talk to a MNZ recognised marine Surveyor BEFORE you build or buy ANY boat - from NZ or overseas. Not all boats can easily go into survey. http://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/commercial/safety/safety-management-systems/recognised-surveyors/ 2. Don't quit your day job just yet, becoming a qualified skipper takes time. http://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/commercial/certification/masters-and-deck/SRL.asp 3. MNZ compliance is thorough and you'll need to get into the Maritime Operator Safety System (MOSS) This entails creating a good Maritime Transport Operator Plan with Maintenance Plan, Spare Parts list, completing a Fit & Proper Person form and applying to MNZ. It can take a while. http://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/commercial/safety/safety-management-systems/MOSS/ 4. PR/Marketing is next - Use Facebook, blog, as well as a website to tell everyone about it. 5. Get t...