General Description
DECK AND FISHING HANDS maintain ships\' equipment and structures, and catch fish, crustacea and molluscs.
Indicative Skill Level
ANZSCO Skill Level: 4
In Australia the majority of occupations in this unit group have:
- AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
In New Zealand the majority of occupations in this unit group have:
- NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Task Information
- handling ropes and wires, and operating mooring equipment when berthing and unberthing
- standing lookout watches at sea and adjusting the ship\'s course as directed
- assisting with cargo operations using on-board equipment and stowing and securing cargo
- patrolling ships to ensure safety of the vessel, cargo and passengers
- performing routine maintenance and checks on deck equipment, cargo gear, rigging, and lifesaving and firefighting appliances
- attaching gear and fastening towing cables to nets
- casting and lowering nets, pots, lines and traps into water
- preparing lines, attaching running gear and bait, and setting lines into position
- hauling in fishing gear and removing fish and other marine life
- sorting, cleaning, preserving, stowing and refrigerating catch
Occupations in this group:
（1）899211 DECK HAND
Alternative Title: Seafarer
Performs maintenance and lookout tasks aboard a ship.
Specialisations: Barge Hand、Ferry Hand、Tug Hand
（2）899212 FISHING HAND
Alternative Title: Fishing Boat Mate
Catches fish, crustacea and molluscs using nets, pots, lines and traps in ocean and inland waters.
Specialisations: Cray Fishing Hand、Prawn Trawler Hand、Purse Seining Hand