Deckhand

NVM Services; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine services company in Pyrmont is seeking a Full-time Deckhand to join their team. This role involves unloading fresh seafood, moving and sorting seafood, and maintaining cleanliness on deck. Applicants should have at least 1 year's experience working in Australia and be physically strong. Competitive salary and benefits including superannuation are offered. Please submit your resume with references.

Benefits

Government-regulated superannuation guarantee

Qualifications

• At least 1 year's experience in Australia as a Deckhand or Fishing Hand.
• Must be physically strong for heavy deck work.
• Verifiable references required.

Responsibilities

• Unload fresh seafood from vessels.
• Move seafood to chillers and freezers.
• Sort, dress, and fillet fish.

Skills

Australian work experience

Physical strength

Teamwork

Job description

NVM Services is hiring a Full-time Deckhand role in Pyrmont, NSW. Apply now to be part of our team.

Location: Pyrmont, NSW 2009

NVM Services is an established trawling company working in the Australian Fishing Zones, seeking full-time fishing industry positions, including Ships Master, Ships Engineer, Master Fisher, Ships Officer, Deckhands, Fishing Hands, and Seafood Processors.

Requirements for this role:

• Flexible hours available

This company maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace, and employees may be subject to random testing. You will be based in Pyrmont but may work in other locations as needed.

Positions and Requirements:

• Ship’s Master: at least 5 years of relevant experience; must hold the appropriate license and have sea time of less than 5 years (subject to experience)
• Ships Engineer (Fishing): at least 5 years of relevant experience; must hold the appropriate license
• Master Fisher: at least 5 years of relevant experience; must hold the appropriate license
• Ship’s Officer: at least 5 years of relevant experience; must hold the appropriate license
• Fishing and Deckhands: at least 1 year's Australian work experience; sea-time or log book required
• Seafood Processors: at least 2 years of experience; verifiable references required

For all positions, you must provide verifiable references and be physically strong, as the roles involve working on a deck in heavy seas and cramped spaces.

Salary and Benefits:

• Ship’s Master: $120,000 or greater, subject to negotiation
• Ships Engineer (Fishing): $72,000 to $82,000
• Master Fisher: $75,000 to $82,000
• Ship’s Officer: $72,000 to $82,000
• Deck and Fishing Hands: $68,800 to in excess of $78,000
• Seafood Processors: $68,800 to in excess of $78,000

All positions include government-regulated superannuation guarantee.

Seafood Processors’ Duties:

• Unloading fresh seafood from vessels
• Moving seafood to chillers, freezers, and live tanks
• Sorting, dressing, and filleting fish
• Loading seafood into trucks
• Packing seafood into cartons
• Inspecting and grading fish and shellfish
• Operating machines for seafood processing
• Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and work areas

To apply, please send your resume with referee details to our services coordinator at ******@nvmservices.com. Include a short statement (150-250 words) explaining why you are best suited for the position.