Bosun - Pelagic Fishing Vessel Deck & Bridge Lead

Oceana Group; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oceana Group, Amawandle Pelagic site in Laaiplek, seeks a seasoned deckhand to support the Mate on MFV Vegkop, reporting to the Skipper. This permanent role focuses on bridge tasks and deck duties during fishing operations.

Key responsibilities include maintaining navigational watch, leading deck fishing activities, operating hydraulic and electronic equipment, and ensuring crewmember safety while coordinating net repairs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience on Purse Seine Fishing Vessels.
• Bilingual.
• Valid SAMSA medical certificate.
• Valid Grade 4 Watchkeeper Certificate/Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch on fishing vessels (≥24m) limited waters [STCW-F 11/4] – minimum
• Valid Restricted Radio License.
• Pre Sea and a Seamans Discharge Book.
• Valid Marine Fire Fighting and First Aid at Sea Certificates.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe navigational watch.
• Lead and participate in fishing activities on the deck.
• Operate hydraulic and electronic equipment onboard.
• Ensure overall safety of the crew.
• Coordinate net repairs onboard.
• Be responsible for the vessel in the absence of the Skipper.

Skills

Net mending

Ropes, wires, knots, splicing

Strong communicator

Education

SAMSA medical certificate

Grade 4 Watchkeeper Certificate

Seaman's Discharge Book

Tools

Restricted Radio License

Job description

The Oceana Group, Amawandle Pelagic site in Laaiplek, seeks a seasoned deckhand to support the Mate on MFV Vegkop, reporting to the Skipper. This permanent role focuses on bridge tasks and deck duties during fishing operations.

Key responsibilities include maintaining navigational watch, leading deck fishing activities, operating hydraulic and electronic equipment, and ensuring crewmember safety while coordinating net repairs.