Latest release
Unit Group
8992 Deck and Fishing Hands
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0
Released
6/12/2024
8992 Deck and Fishing Hands
Perform a range of maintenance and lookout tasks and operate deck equipment aboard marine vessels, and catch fish, crustacea and molluscs in ocean and inland waters.
OSCA skill level
The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
- Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
Occupation
899231 Deck Hand
Performs a range of maintenance and lookout tasks and operates deck equipment aboard a marine vessel.
Alternative title
- Marine General Purpose Hand
Specialisation
- Marine Rating
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- Operates and maintains deck equipment, rigging, and lifesaving and firefighting equipment
- Handles and secures lines and ropes during docking procedures
- Keeps lookout while vessel is at sea
- Assists passengers with enquiries and luggage needs
- Assists with loading and unloading cargo
- Maintains the appearance of deck structures by removing rust, treating and painting as necessary
- Maintains a vessel's kitchens, laundries, cabins and recreation areas
- Assists in maintaining cleanliness and seaworthiness of a vessel
- May serve food and drinks onboard a passenger vessel
- May perform routine mechanical tasks on smaller vessels
Occupation
899232 Fishing Hand
Catches fish, crustacea and molluscs using nets, pots, lines and traps in ocean and inland waters.
Specialisations
- Cray Fishing Hand
- Deep Sea Commercial Fishing Hand
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- Attaches fishing gear and fastens towing cables to nets
- Casts and lowers fishing nets, pots, lines and traps into water
- Prepares fishing lines, attaches running gear and bait, and sets lines into position
- Hauls in fishing gear, and removes fish and other marine life
- Sorts, cleans, preserves, stows and refrigerates fishing catch