8992 Deck and Fishing Hands

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

• 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.

• 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

• 899211 Deck Hand
• 899212 Fishing Hand

Alternative Title:

• Seafarer

Performs maintenance and lookout tasks aboard a ship.

Skill Level: 4

Specialisations:

• Barge Hand
• Ferry Hand
• Tug Hand

Catches fish, crustacea and molluscs using nets, pots, lines and traps in ocean and inland waters.

Skill Level: 4

Specialisations:

• Cray Fishing Hand
• Deep Sea Commercial Fishing Hand