Overview
NVM Services is hiring a Full time Deckhand role in Mooloolaba, QLD. Apply now to be part of our team.
Job summary:
- Flexible hours available
Location: Mooloolaba, QLD 4557
Established fishing company working in the Australian Fishing Zones, catching predominantly crabs, seeks the following full-time fishing industry positions: Ships Master, Ships Engineer, Master Fisher, Ship’s Officer, Deckhands & Fishing Hands, Seafood Processors.
This company maintains a drug & alcohol-free workplace; employees can be subject to random drug & alcohol testing. This is a condition of employment. You will be based in the above region but may be required to work in other locations subject to operational requirements.
Roles and responsibilities :
• Ship’s Master
• Ships Engineer (Fishing)
• Master Fisher
• Ship’s Officer
• Fishing and Deckhands
• Seafood Processors
Successful candidates should ideally have at least 5 years of relevant experience in this industry sector for ranked positions. Sea time of less than 5 years may be considered subject to experience. Where required, you MUST hold the appropriate tickets or you will not be considered.
• Fishing and Deckhands should have no less than 1 year's Australian work experience, preferably in catching and handling crab, evidenced by sea-time or log book. Verifiable letters of reference may also be acceptable.
For all positions, you must provide verifiable references. You need to be strong as these positions involve working on a deck, often in heavy seas and sometimes in cramped spaces. Ranked positions may include managing fishing operations aboard your vessel in consultation with the company owners.
You will be away from home for several days or occasionally weeks. Normally there is a short turnaround before returning to sea.
Salary and benefits
For successful candidates, salary or percentage of catch rate as per industry standards will be negotiated according to qualifications, skills, experience and performance. Annual salary ranges for full time employees in the relevant roles are:
• Ship’s Master: $120,000+ per year (subject to negotiation)
• Ships Engineer (Fishing): $72,000 – $82,000
• Master Fisher: $75,000 – $82,000
• Ship’s Officer: $72,000 – $82,000
• Deck and Fishing Hands: $68,800 – $78,000+ per year
All roles include government-regulated superannuation guarantee.
Seafood Processors
We are also seeking highly experienced seafood process workers (full-time and seasonal). For Seafood Processor roles you should ideally have a minimum of 2 years’ experience with verifiable references. Duties may include:
- Unloading fresh seafood from vessels
- Moving product to chillers, freezers and live tanks
- Sorting, dressing and filleting fish with high recovery
- Sorting, cleaning and retrieving meat from shellfish and crustaceans
- Loading seafood into trucks, packing and labeling
- Inspecting and grading fish and shellfish
- Operating machines to slice, peel, skin, crumb and package product
- Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and work areas
- Ensuring safety regulations are followed
Wages
The salary for this full-time position is between $68,800 and in excess of $78,000 per year plus superannuation guarantee (as applicable).
Application instructions
Applicants should mark clearly the position they are applying for and provide a short statement (minimum 150–250 words) as to why they are best suited. This is a requirement of applying for this position. Please send your resume with referee details to our services coordinator at ******@nvmservices.com. Do not inquire if you cannot meet the minimum requirements. Only applicants for interview will be contacted. Reference Number: AUSTEMP10070.
Reference: Noveri V Mesa. NVM Services
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Note: This job description is provided for informational purposes and may be subject to change."
Safety and compliance
Be advised the workplace operates with safety and compliance measures in place in line with industry standards.
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