Local Launch Operator (LLO)
LLO is the entry level licence used by persons operating nominated vessels in sheltered waters. These vessels may be water taxis, charter fishing vessels or small passenger ferries. There are two study structure options. The traditional delivery option involves daily classroom attendance while the blended delivery option combinign distance and online learning to meet the course completion requirements.
Programme Details
| Study Method | Blended or Full Contact Course |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Maritime New Zealand Licence |
| Duration | 3 week block course |
| Applications | Open |
| Start Dates | Quarterly |
Offered by
New Zealand Maritime School
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
Maritime NZ requirements:Please refer to the MNZ requirements in the following link
http://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/Publications-and-forms/Commercial-operations/Seafarer-licensing/Local-launch-operator-LLO-certificate-of-competency-MNZ-guidelines.pdf
6 months, in past 10 years
Minimum Age:18 years old.
Further Requirements:Restricted Radio Licence (may be obtained during the LLO/ILM course)
First Aid Certificate
NOTE: You must apply for and receive a MARITIME NZ Examination Permit before you can take the final oral examination.
Note that the oral examination may not be taken until all courses and seatime has been completed.
Programme Summary
Blended Delivery Option
We are offering students the option of completing a preparatory distance learning programme using a mixture of print based and on line delivery material before attending a greatly shortened classroom and simulator based course to prepare for the examinations. The entire distance learning programme must be completed prior to beginning the attendance course. This option will not suit all students. You will need to have a reasonably good academic ability and access to the internet to get full value from this option. You will also require a high level of self discipline. Please contact us if you think this option may suit you.
Note: Students may elect to delay taking the examinations if they require more time for preparation.
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Local Launch Operator |
Distance Learning Preparatory Course + |
NZ Fee $1248 |
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| Attendance Course Options | ||||
| 5 Days | Either A |
28/05/12 – 01/06/12 |
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| Or B |
29/10/12 – 02/11/12 |
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Note: Students may elect to delay taking the examinations if they require more time for preparation.
- includes examination fees
The programme includes the courses below.
Traditional Delivery
The programme includes the following courses:
| Course duration | Occurrence | Dates | NZ Fee | Intnl Fee | |
| Week 1 | 5 days | A | 12/03/12 – 16/03/12 | $466 | $885 |
| Engineering * | B | 23/07/12 – 27/07/12 | |||
| Code: 943.335 | C | 17/09/12 – 21/09/12 | |||
| Engineering Exam Friday | D | 12/11/12 – 16/11/12 | |||
| Week 2 | 5 days | A | 19/03/12 – 23/03/12 | $316 | $735 |
| Nautical | B | 09/07/12 – 13/07/12 | |||
| Code: 943.320 | C | 24/09/12 – 28/09/12 | |||
| D | 19/11/12 – 23/11/12 | ||||
| Week 3 | 5 days | A | 26/03/12 – 30/03/12 | $466 | $885 |
| Commercial * | B | 06/07/12 – 20/07/12 | |||
| Code: 943.321 | C | 01/10/12 – 05/10/12 | |||
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Combined Commercial & Nautical Exam |
D | 26/11/12 – 30/11/12 | |||
Further Training or Study
From this licence you may progress to the Inshore Launchmaster or NZ Offshore Watchkeeper Licence
Career Opportunities
Charter Vessel Skipper
Water Taxi Skipper
Charter Fishing Skipper