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🚨 Experienced Marine Painter/Fairer Wanted! 🚨

With a packed pipeline of high-end projects, we’re on the hunt for an experienced marine painter/fairer to join our exceptional team

We build world-class custom sportfishing vessels with an uncompromising commitment to quality and we need someone who takes just as much pride in their craft. Our boats are finished to an immaculate standard, and your work will be a key part of delivering that flawless finish.

What we’re looking for:

- Proven experience in marine painting and fairing

- Attention to detail and a passion for perfection

- A strong work ethic and commitment to quality workmanship

Why join us?

- Be part of a team building some of the most respected custom boats on the water

- Work in a supportive, skilled environment where your work truly matters

- Long pipeline of exciting upcoming builds

Sound like you?
Apply now by sending your CV and a brief summary of your experience to info@bluefixboatworks.co.nz, or phone 09 4026814 or send us a PM! We look forward to hearing from you!! Please share if you know anyone who might be interested!
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🚨 Experienced Marine Painter/Fairer Wanted! 🚨

With a packed pipeline of high-end projects, we’re on the hunt for an experienced marine painter/fairer to join our exceptional team 

We build world-class custom sportfishing vessels with an uncompromising commitment to quality and we need someone who takes just as much pride in their craft. Our boats are finished to an immaculate standard, and your work will be a key part of delivering that flawless finish.

What we’re looking for:

- Proven experience in marine painting and fairing

- Attention to detail and a passion for perfection

- A strong work ethic and commitment to quality workmanship

Why join us?

- Be part of a team building some of the most respected custom boats on the water

- Work in a supportive, skilled environment where your work truly matters

- Long pipeline of exciting upcoming builds

Sound like you?
Apply now by sending your CV and a brief summary of your experience to info@bluefixboatworks.co.nz, or phone 09 4026814  or send us a PM!  We look forward to hearing from you!! Please share if you know anyone who might be interested!

Another great day for the ladies on Rowe'De'O in the light tackle Totalspan International Yellowtail tournament. Faith, Jo and Charlotte providing the goods on a challenging New Zealand winters day! Thanks to Brad and Logan for dealing with these ladies, we know it can be a tough task 👌 This tournament has been running for 55 years. 55 years of rod-bending, fish-fighting madness, all thanks to the absolute legends at the Bay of Islands Swordfish Club (Inc) You guys are the real MVPs! 🙌❤️ ... See MoreSee Less

Another great day for the ladies on RoweDeO in the light tackle Totalspan International Yellowtail tournament. Faith, Jo and Charlotte providing the goods on a challenging New Zealand winters day! Thanks to Brad and Logan for dealing with these ladies, we know it can be a tough task 👌 This tournament has been running for 55 years. 55 years of rod-bending, fish-fighting madness, all thanks to the absolute legends at the Bay of Islands Swordfish Club (Inc) You guys are the real MVPs! 🙌❤️Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

Day Two Highlights from the Kings Birthday Weekend 6kg Light Tackle Tournaments!

The Bluefix crew made up of Brad, Charlie, Kurt, Cody and Phil aboard Rowe’De’O are leading the charge in the Whangaroa Sport Fishing Club (Inc) (Diomedia Cup) 6kg Light Tackle Tournament — go team!

Meanwhile, huge news from the Whangarei Deep Sea Anglers Club 6kg Light Tackle Tournament: Cordell Armstrong landed an incredible 115kg striped marlin while targeting kingfish on 6kg line!! Massive congratulations to the team on Sol E Mar — what a catch and on the first day of winter!! 🤩

All of this is perfect prep for the Bay of Islands Swordfish Club (Inc) International Yellowtail light tackle comp, kicking off next weekend!

Last day tomorrow for the Bluefix team — bring it home, boys! And thanks to the biggest legends of all - Hannah, Larissa and Lisa for looking after the sprats this weekend! 🙏🥰
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Day Two Highlights from the Kings Birthday Weekend 6kg Light Tackle Tournaments!

The Bluefix crew made up of Brad, Charlie, Kurt, Cody and Phil aboard Rowe’De’O are leading the charge in the Whangaroa Sport Fishing Club (Inc) (Diomedia Cup) 6kg Light Tackle Tournament — go team!

Meanwhile, huge news from the Whangarei Deep Sea Anglers Club 6kg Light Tackle Tournament: Cordell Armstrong landed an incredible 115kg striped marlin while targeting kingfish on 6kg line!! Massive congratulations to the team on Sol E Mar — what a catch and on the first day of winter!! 🤩

All of this is perfect prep for the Bay of Islands Swordfish Club (Inc) International Yellowtail light tackle comp, kicking off next weekend! 

Last day tomorrow for the Bluefix team — bring it home, boys! And thanks to the biggest legends of all - Hannah, Larissa and Lisa for looking after the sprats this weekend! 🙏🥰Image attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

B O A T B U I L D E R S Join the Bluefix Boatworks team building NorthCape Custom Boats in the Stunning Bay of Islands, New Zealand!

We’re on the lookout for skilled and experienced boat builders to help craft world-class custom vessels in the Bay of Islands.

✨ What We Offer:
🔹 Work on premium, handcrafted boats alongside a passionate and talented team
🔹 A cutting-edge, purpose-built workshop in one of NZ’s most iconic marine destinations
🔹 Competitive pay and long-term opportunities in a growing company
🔹 A lifestyle like no other — work where others holiday!

🧰 Who We’re Looking For:
✅ Proven experience in boat building
✅ Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship
✅ Passion for quality and pride in your work
✅ Ability to work independently and as part of a team

If you’re ready to be part of something exceptional, we want to hear from you.

📩 Apply now or tag someone who might be perfect for the role!

#BoatBuilders #MarineJobsNZ #NorthCapeCustomBoats #BayOfIslands #BoatBuildingCareers #JoinOurCrew #Craftsmanship #NZMarineJobs
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How cool is this — the IGFA have introduced line class world records for juniors! 🙌 Now young guns 16 & under can get the recognition they deserve for their catches!

A couple of days ago our son Charlie Rowe landed a pending world record Swordfish on 15kg line 🔥 Big ups to John Batterton on the helm and the gaff lads, juniors Toby Paterson & Ollie Sainsbury for helping me out on the deck.

Got a frothing junior angler? Time to get amongst it! 👊 #NextGenAnglers #IGFA #WorldRecord #Swordfish #JuniorFishing #LegendsOnDeck #YoungGuns John Batterton

Read more from the IGFA here👇
igfa.org/2025/03/31/international-game-fish-association-introduces-new-junior-line-and-tippet-cla...

New Zealand Sport Fishing Council Inc
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How cool is this — the IGFA have introduced line class world records for juniors! 🙌 Now young guns 16 & under can get the recognition they deserve for their catches! 

A couple of days ago our son Charlie Rowe landed a pending world record Swordfish on 15kg line 🔥 Big ups to John Batterton on the helm and the gaff lads, juniors Toby Paterson & Ollie Sainsbury for helping me out on the deck. 

Got a frothing junior angler? Time to get amongst it! 👊 #NextGenAnglers #IGFA #WorldRecord #Swordfish #JuniorFishing #LegendsOnDeck #YoungGuns John Batterton

Read more from the IGFA here👇
https://igfa.org/2025/03/31/international-game-fish-association-introduces-new-junior-line-and-tippet-class-world-records/

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Today we say farewell to the amazing Norhi from the Bluefix shed. It’s been a privilege to complete this catamaran refit, the last refit for the Bluefix team for a while. A huge thanks to these amazing clients and to everyone involved! Bay of Islands Marina - Opua

Now, we turn the page to an exciting new chapter with some incredible NorthCape Custom builds on the horizon:

1) NorthCape Custom 43 – Mothership (Underway)

2) NorthCape Custom 49 – Kona

3) NorthCape Custom 51 – Cape Verde

4) NorthCape Custom 58 – Cairns

Some unbelievable projects ahead — stay tuned!
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Today we say farewell to the amazing Norhi from the Bluefix shed. It’s been a privilege to complete this catamaran refit, the last refit for the Bluefix team for a while. A huge thanks to these amazing clients and to everyone involved! Bay of Islands Marina - Opua

Now, we turn the page to an exciting new chapter with some incredible NorthCape Custom builds on the horizon:

1) NorthCape Custom 43 – Mothership (Underway)

2) NorthCape Custom 49 – Kona

3) NorthCape Custom 51 – Cape Verde

4) NorthCape Custom 58 – Cairns

Some unbelievable projects ahead — stay tuned!Image attachment
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It was an absolute pleasure Jack! Thanks for coming down to our part of the world!! 🌎🎣 ... See MoreSee Less

It was an absolute pleasure Jack! Thanks for coming down to our part of the world!! 🌎🎣Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

The warmest kiwi welcome to Jack Vitek, Editor-in-Chief of Marlin Magazine, and light-tackle fishing legend Gary Carter as they touch down in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand! It’s a long way from the USA, and we’re honoured to have you both here! @marlinmag #NorthCapeCustomBoats Jack Vitek ... See MoreSee Less

The warmest kiwi welcome to Jack Vitek, Editor-in-Chief of Marlin Magazine, and light-tackle fishing legend Gary Carter as they touch down in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand! It’s a long way from the USA, and we’re honoured to have you both here! @marlinmag #NorthCapeCustomBoats Jack Vitek

A HUGE welcome to two very special new additions to the Bluefix extended family! Congratulations to our General Manager, Wendy Croft, and her partner, Tom, on the arrival of gorgeous baby Awa 💙, and to our Project Manager, Cody Kelly, and his fiancé, Larissa, on the birth of beautiful Violet 💕—both making their grand entrance a little earlier than expected! Wishing your families a lifetime of love, happiness, and amazing adventures ahead!! ... See MoreSee Less

A HUGE welcome to two very special new additions to the Bluefix extended family! Congratulations to our General Manager, Wendy Croft, and her partner, Tom, on the arrival of gorgeous baby Awa 💙, and to our Project Manager, Cody Kelly, and his fiancé, Larissa, on the birth of beautiful Violet 💕—both making their grand entrance a little earlier than expected! Wishing your families a lifetime of love, happiness, and amazing adventures ahead!!Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

It was an amazing afternoon / evening yesterday celebrating Austin, Matty and Nathan's graduation at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron in Auckland! The best part of Bluefix is our team, who are all so special! We are very lucky and proud to have such a tight-knit group of incredible humans ❤️❤️🎉🎉 Congratulations boys!! Love it when hard works pays off!! ... See MoreSee Less

It was an amazing afternoon / evening yesterday celebrating Austin, Matty and Nathans graduation at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron in Auckland! The best part of Bluefix is our team, who are all so special! We are very lucky and proud to have such a tight-knit group of incredible humans ❤️❤️🎉🎉 Congratulations boys!! Love it when hard works pays off!!Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

#SNAFU Big things are happening here at Bluefix! Construction is about to kick off on the NorthCape Custom 48, designed specifically for Bryan Toney and Jason Long with a heavy dose of next-level performance and rip-snorting capabilities, with many unique design features! We can’t wait to see this rig ripping around after giant Blue Marlin in Kona, Hawaii! Stay tuned—this is gonna be a wild one. #customgameboat #customsportsfisher #snafu #boatbuilding #composite ... See MoreSee Less

#SNAFU Big things are happening here at Bluefix! Construction is about to kick off on the NorthCape Custom 48, designed specifically for Bryan Toney and Jason Long with a heavy dose of next-level performance and rip-snorting capabilities, with many unique design features! We can’t wait to see this rig ripping around after giant Blue Marlin in Kona, Hawaii! Stay tuned—this is gonna be a wild one. #customgameboat #customsportsfisher #snafu #boatbuilding #compositeImage attachment

We’re beyond thrilled to be building a NorthCape Custom for the Dogs Bollocks team in Cape Verde, one of the world’s most renowned destinations for marlin fishing. These legends won the Blue Marlin World Cup in 2024 with a 845-pound blue marlin aboard the current Dogs Bollocks. Designed specifically for Cape Verde’s unique conditions, the NorthCape Custom 51 is set to begin construction in 2026—we can’t wait to see a NorthCape Custom hit these very special waters! #excited #capeverde #DesignedToPerform #quality #composite #nzmade #boatbuildingExtremely happy to announce this is coming at us soon, contract signed and deposit has been paid. @mark.milner.794 to be a proud as owner of a bad ass fishing boat for Blue Marlin situated in Cape Verde has been slotted and confirmed for the build of a North Cape 51 built by @bluefix_boatworks coming at ya for 2027. Custom built, @bluefix_boatworks social media has the world of sport fishing talking and we are getting one, love us or hate us we are getting one 🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣 ... See MoreSee Less

We’re beyond thrilled to be building a NorthCape Custom for the Dogs Bollocks team in Cape Verde, one of the world’s most renowned destinations for marlin fishing. These legends won the Blue Marlin World Cup in 2024 with a 845-pound blue marlin aboard the current Dogs Bollocks. Designed specifically for Cape Verde’s unique conditions, the NorthCape Custom 51 is set to begin construction in 2026—we can’t wait to see a NorthCape Custom hit these very special waters! #excited #capeverde #DesignedToPerform #quality #composite #nzmade #boatbuilding

The new Opua @bayofislandsswordfishclub is officially underway! This morning, the first shovel hit the ground, led by our legendary club president, Jeff Douglas, alongside co-legends Murray Hansen and Greg Morgan. If all goes as planned, we’ll all be having an after-work beer at the club in November! 🍻🍻 This is going to change how our club’s tournaments can be run, with the @bayofislandsmarina right there and trailer boat parking making everything easier. We couldn’t be more excited about what’s ahead for this incredible club! #bayofislandsswordfishclub #beersinnovember ... See MoreSee Less

The new Opua @bayofislandsswordfishclub is officially underway! This morning, the first shovel hit the ground, led by our legendary club president, Jeff Douglas, alongside co-legends Murray Hansen and Greg Morgan. If all goes as planned, we’ll all be having an after-work beer at the club in November! 🍻🍻 This is going to change how our club’s tournaments can be run, with the @bayofislandsmarina right there and trailer boat parking making everything easier. We couldn’t be more excited about what’s ahead for this incredible club! #bayofislandsswordfishclub #beersinnovemberImage attachment

Celebrating Cody Kelly’s 10-year anniversary at Bluefix Boatworks! From winning NZ Apprentice of the Year to running the show as Project Manager, Cody’s journey has been nothing short of impressive. His dedication, skill, and leadership have played a key role within the company—despite some of the worst haircuts in history, an unshakable love for aviators (even indoors), and a borderline concerning obsession with country music. Not to mention a singing voice that we’ve somehow grown to love. Here’s to ten years of hard work, questionable style choices, and plenty more to come! You're loyalty is so very appreciated, keep being you Cody!! ❤️#legend ... See MoreSee Less

Celebrating Cody Kelly’s 10-year anniversary at Bluefix Boatworks! From winning NZ Apprentice of the Year to running the show as Project Manager, Cody’s journey has been nothing short of impressive. His dedication, skill, and leadership have played a key role within the company—despite some of the worst haircuts in history, an unshakable love for aviators (even indoors), and a borderline concerning obsession with country music. Not to mention a singing voice that we’ve somehow grown to love. Here’s to ten years of hard work, questionable style choices, and plenty more to come! Youre loyalty is so very appreciated, keep being you Cody!! ❤️#legendImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

The next NorthCape Custom is underway! This NorthCape Custom 43 is going to be an incredibly special light tackle battle wagon and has been designed and engineered using a lot of carbon fibre for weight savings, with lifting points. #DesignedToPerform #excited #quality #composite #boatbuilding #nzmade ... See MoreSee Less

The next NorthCape Custom is underway! This NorthCape Custom 43 is going to be an incredibly special light tackle battle wagon and has been designed and engineered using a lot of carbon fibre for weight savings, with lifting points. #designedtoperform #excited #quality #composite #boatbuilding #nzmade

With two incredible NorthCape Custom boats beginning construction this year, we are looking for skilled and experienced boat builders to join our very talented Bluefix team. Quality is everything when it comes to these boats, so if you or someone you know is an experienced and skilled boat builder please get in touch for more information! Let's go! #customsportsfisher #whippedup #boatbuilding #quality #composite #ripsnorters #builttoperform #excited ... See MoreSee Less

With two incredible NorthCape Custom boats beginning construction this year, we are looking for skilled and experienced boat builders to join our very talented Bluefix team. Quality is everything when it comes to these boats, so if you or someone you know is an experienced and skilled boat builder please get in touch for more information! Lets go! #customsportsfisher #whippedup #boatbuilding #quality #composite #ripsnorters #builttoperform #excited

After an incredible three week break the Bluefix team are back on deck for all of your boat building requirements! We are looking forward to a very exciting 2025!! #HappyNewYear #BackOnDeck ... See MoreSee Less

After an incredible three week break the Bluefix team are back on deck for all of your boat building requirements! We are looking forward to a very exciting 2025!! #happynewyear #backondeck

Good luck to the 101 anglers fishing in the Bay of Islands Swordfish Club (Inc) Juniors! The little lady crew made up of Lindi, Adrianna and Ruby on Rowe'De'O is pumped and ready for action with some very loud girl songs already blasting! We are also standing by for updates from Charlie Rowe, Toby Paterson and Olly Sansberry on Billistic who are out there doing it for themselves! Go hard boys! #bayofislands #customsportsfisher #competition #luckynecklaces ... See MoreSee Less

Good luck to the 101 anglers fishing in the Bay of Islands Swordfish Club (Inc) Juniors! The little lady crew made up of Lindi, Adrianna and Ruby on RoweDeO is pumped and ready for action with some very loud girl songs already blasting! We are also standing by for updates from Charlie Rowe, Toby Paterson and Olly Sansberry on Billistic who are out there doing it for themselves! Go hard boys! #bayofislands #customsportsfisher #competition #luckynecklacesImage attachmentImage attachment

The sign is up! The new Bay of Islands Swordfish Club - OPUA is beginning construction in February! Team Bluefix is very excited to see this underway!!Bay of Islands Swordfish Club

The Bay of Islands Swordfish Club is the oldest fishing club in New Zealand and the second oldest in the World! Incredible to have this club on our doorstep.
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The sign is up! The new Bay of Islands Swordfish Club -  OPUA is beginning construction in February! Team Bluefix is very excited to see this underway!!@bayofislandsswordfishclub 

The Bay of Islands Swordfish Club is the oldest fishing club in New Zealand and the second oldest in the World! Incredible to have this club on our doorstep.Image attachment
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Join Brad Rowe for a walkthrough of the Bluefix Boatworks factory, where the NorthCape Custom 49 and NorthCape Custom 43 are taking shape!

We’re all about innovation, craftsmanship, and quality and we’re proud to be building custom sportfishing boats for some of the world’s best! 

#NorthCapeCustom #BluefixBoatworks #customsportsfisher #BoatBuilders #CustomCrafted #quality #MadeToPerform #sexybum
What a tournament!! 🎣💥
The 2025 Bay of Islands Swordfish Club Totalspan International Yellowtail was one for the books! 🏆🔥

Team Rowe’De’O on the NorthCape Custom 43 made history with 14,940 points – the highest score ever in the 55-year legacy of this comp! 🙌🥇
Runner-up bragging rights go to Team GPS with a strong 9,406 points 👏👏

🎯 Top Angler? Charlotte Rowe with 6,726 points, followed closely by the amazing delightful Faith with 4,888 points — both repping Rowe’De’O! 💪🎣💃
Yes, the ladies led the way this year, outscoring the entire fleet! Sorry boys! 👑🔥

🏋️‍♂️ Heaviest fish went to GPS, reeling in a monster 26.1kg kingfish! 🐟💪

This tournament is all about chasing kingfish on 6kg or 8kg line – light tackle, good times!💥🎣

Here’s a wee video of the week’s action — the laughs, the line-peelers, and the odd rum thrown in!👇
Already counting down to next year!

#northcapecustom43  #kingfish #RoweDeO  #boiswordfishclub @bayofislandsswordfishclub @charliefinnrowe
The 55th TotalSpan Bay of Islands International Yellowtail Tournament is underway!! Good luck everyone!! Bring it home girls! Bay of Islands Swordfish Club (Inc) #northcapecustom43
Just 4 months in and the NorthCape Custom 43 is coming to life!  Every inch is handcrafted by our legendary team, built with precision, passion, and a whole lot of heart ❤️
Here’s a sneak peek at where she’s at! #customsportsfisher #builttoperform #composite #ourpassion #customgameboat #ripsnorter
The NorthCape Custom 49 is officially underway! Let's fcking go!! 
#SNAFU #konabound #NorthCapeCustom #CustomBuild #designedtoperform #customsportsfisher #customgameboat #composite #manengines #ripsnorter
The NorthCape Custom 43 Cabin has been rolled back over after the interior was glassed, faired and primed. The foredeck hatches and blinds have been fitted along with the anchor handling system. We are loving seeing the top now sitting alongside the hull! The team is making great progress!! #customsportsfisher #customgameboat  #builttoperform #ripsnorter
B O A T  B U I L D E R S Join the Bluefix Boatworks team building NorthCape Custom Boats in the Stunning Bay of Islands, New Zealand! 

We’re on the lookout for skilled and experienced boat builders to help craft world-class custom vessels in the Bay of Islands.

✨ What We Offer:
🔹 Work on premium, handcrafted boats alongside a passionate and talented team
🔹 A cutting-edge, purpose-built workshop in one of NZ’s most iconic marine destinations
🔹 Competitive pay and long-term opportunities in a growing company
🔹 A lifestyle like no other — work where others holiday!

🧰 Who We’re Looking For:
✅ Proven experience in boat building
✅ Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship
✅ Passion for quality and pride in your work
✅ Ability to work independently and as part of a team

If you’re ready to be part of something exceptional, we want to hear from you. 

📩 Apply now or tag someone who might be perfect for the role!

#BoatBuilders #MarineJobsNZ #NorthCapeCustomBoats #BayOfIslands #BoatBuildingCareers #JoinOurCrew #Craftsmanship #NZMarineJobs
It’s been a wicked couple of weeks here at Bluefix!

We farewelled the Haines Hunter V19 refit looking gorgeous, and splashed Norhi back into the water, such great projects and an absolute pleasure to work with these awesome families. 

We are fizzing to announce we’ve signed a NorthCape Custom 58 for an epic Aussie couple! This weapon is bound for Cairns and will begin construction after the NorthCape Custom 49 (Snafu). 

The NorthCape Custom 43 hull is underway, and the shop floor is prepped for the 49 to go alongside. We’re making some alterations to the shed next week, because building world-class boats has to happen in a world-class facility! We cannot tell you how excited we are about what’s ahead in the next few years!

#Customsportsfisher #ripsnorters #roundbums #sexyarse #NorthCapeCustom #Sportfishing #CustomYacht #BoatBuilding #mothership #Cairns #kona #capeverde @bayofislandsmarina
House roll on this NorthCape Custom 43 ✔️#composite #customsportsfisher #quality #carbonfibre #handmade
Legendary Captain John Batterton along with Brad Fergus and Brad Batterton testing the performance of the NorthCape Custom 43, always great to get someone on board who has driven some of the best game boats in the world for their perspective! #ripping
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