Deck Hand Job Description
The role of Deck Hand is a critical position on a vessel requiring a high level of physical fitness and attention to detail. Key responsibilities include managing ropes and mooring equipment during berthing/unberthing procedures, performing lookout watches and communicating the vessel's course as directed.
* Conducting routine checks and maintenance on deck equipment including ropes, nets, rigging gear, lifesaving, and firefighting apparatus
* Performing routine maintenance and checks ensuring optimal performance and safety standards are met
* Attaching gear and fastening towing cables to nets for efficient cargo handling
* Operating rigging gear, deploying hooks and lines, and retrieving fish in a timely manner
* Removing catch from hooks, sorting, cleaning, preserving, stowing, and refrigerating fish products efficiently
* Assisting with offloading cargo using onboard equipment to minimize downtime
* Mending, making, and repairing fishing gear to maintain equipment integrity
Key Responsibilities - Primary duties and tasks associated with the role of Deck Hand.
Requirements and Qualifications
Candidates must have at least two years of relevant work experience working as a Deck Hand overseas or one year of Australian work experience as a Deck Hand. This experience must be evidenced by a signed sea service record or logbook.
Additionally, crew members must have at least one or two years of relevant work experience and hold appropriate registration and/or licensing where required.
The applicant must have a recent First Aid Certificate or commit to obtaining one. The candidate must hold safety and rescue certificates compliant with the International Conventions on Standards, Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978.