Job Vacant

Deck/Fishing Hands wanted with experience in the longline fishing industry

Date Listed: 6th Mar, 2023 | Closing Date: 6th Apr, 2025
  • Organisation:ZFish Pty Limited
  • Location:Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD
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Fishing hands/deck hands with experience in the longline fishing industry wanted.

Our family owned company has one commercial fishing longline vessel based out of Cairns, Queensland.

We are looking for experienced commercial fishing hands/deck hands (seafarers) with strong work ethics to join our longline fishing crew.

You will be responsible for catching fish and maintaining the ships’ equipment and structures.

You will be required to:

  • handle ropes and operate mooring equipment when berthing and unberthing
  • stand lookout watches at sea and adjust the ship’s course as directed
  • assist with cargo operations using on-board equipment and stowing and securing cargo
  • patrol ship to ensure the safety of the vessel, fishing gear and fellow crew
  • perform routine maintenance and checks on deck equipment, cargo gear, rigging, and lifesaving and firefighting appliances
  • prepare lines, attach running gear and bait, and set lines into position as directed
  • haul in fishing gear and remove fish
  • gill and gut each fish, place in plastic bags and stow as directed in fish wells
  • clean down the boat and equipment as directed
  • unload fish on return to port
  • clean all decks, equipment and pilot house

You will have:

  • A minimum of one years Australian work experience on board a commercial fishing vessel (as evidenced in your seatime/logbook).
  • Hold safety and rescue certificates compliant with the International Convention on Standards, Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW Certificate).
  • Hold a current Workplace First Aid certificate.

On average you will be away from home for 5 to 8 days, with some short turnarounds between trips.

Our company maintains a drug & alcohol free workplace, with employees subject to random drug & alcohol testing. This is a condition of employment.

The proposed salary range is $48,510 – $60K. Remuneration will be commensurate with skills and experience and will include the superannuation guarantee.

If you hold an AMSA Master V and MED III licence and are interested in gaining experience in this industry we would also welcome your application.

Please send your resume with referees contact details to:

Only applicants to be interviewed will be contacted.