seiner deckhand

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare nets, lines and other fishing tackle
• Clean, sort and pack fish in ice and stow catch in hold
• Repair nets, splice ropes and maintain fishing gear and other deck equipment
• Clean deck surfaces and fish hold
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Handle mooring lines, and splice and repair ropes, wire cables and cordage

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)