Job Description

Carry out personal safety checks. Check weather and sea conditions. Prepare the boat for sea. Carry out safety checks and prepare deck and storage areas. Shoot, haul and clear fish and/or shellfish using a range of fishing gears. Land and sort the catch. Identify species. Assist with preparing meals and cleaning. Release fish in line with regulations and quota requirements. Process and store the catch using ice and refrigeration to maintain a quality product. Troubleshoot to address problems with the boat and fishing gear. Carry out ropework and line handling for mooring and berthing. Carry out and take part in safety drills, to ensure safe working boat and crew. Unload the catch and take to market. The training you will be getting Fisher L2 apprenticeship standard Practical training in all aspects listed above to compliment the courses and formal training provided by South Devon College. Peer-to-peer training with other deck hands plus mentoring by an experienced skipper. What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship Potential to join a crew permanently if successful. We run the most modern fleet in South-west England with new vessels built regularly.

Required Skills & Qualification

Problem solving skills, Team working, Determination to succeed, Energetic, Safety awareness

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 2) EssentialGCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 2) EssentialOther Seafish Course - Time on a Fishing Vessel (Grade TBC) EssentialOther Previous experience on fishing vessels (Grade NA) Desired

Apprenticeship Standard

Fisher Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer

WATERDANCE LIMITED

New Fish Quay Brixham Devon TQ5 8AW

Provider

SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE