Deckhands and Fishing Hands
Austfish Pty Ltd is seeking General Deckhands and Fishing Hands for Prawn Trawlers operating out of Darwin
Permanent/Full Time Positions
* We operate a fleet of 5 vessels, working in the Northern Prawn Fishery and the West Coast prawn fisheries – Kimberley, Nickol Bay and Onslow
* Roles includes both sea time and shore-based duties
* Sea time would typically be 28 weeks or more per annum
Salary
* Salary from $75,000 per annum plus superannuation and other entitlements under the National Employment Standard
* Bonus may be payable dependent on catch.
Qualifications, Skills, Duties & Experience
* Experience in prawn trawling essential
* Net mending, wire splicing and seafood processing skills essential
* Handling ropes and wires, and operating mooring equipment when berthing and unberthing
* Standing lookout watches at sea and adjusting the vessel's course as directed
* Assisting with cargo operations using on-board equipment and stowing and securing cargo
* Patrolling vessel to ensure safety of the vessel and cargo
* Performing routine maintenance and checks on deck equipment, cargo gear, rigging, and lifesaving and firefighting appliances
* Attaching gear and fastening towing cables to nets
* Hauling in fishing gear and removing fish and other marine life
* Sorting, cleaning, grading, preserving, stowing and refrigerating catch
Contact and send your applications to
Steve O'Brien 0427 236 *** or ************@austfish.com.au