Explore unit group

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

• Operate fishing vessel to pursue and catch fish and other marine life
• Select area for fishing, plot courses and compute navigational positions using compasses and charts or electronic fishing aids
• Steer vessel and operate navigational instruments
• Operate fishing gear, direct fishing operation and supervise fishing crew members
• Maintain engine, fishing gear and other on-board equipment
• Record fishing activities, weather and sea conditions
• Estimate costs of operations and plan budget for each fishing season
• Establish fish marketing plan and keep records of all financial transactions
• May transport fish to processing plants or fish buyers.

• Several years of experience as fishing vessel crew member or helper are usually required.
• Marine Emergency Duties Certificate is required by Transport Canada.
• A valid Fishing Vessel Operator Certificate is required.
• A commercial fishing licence is required.
• Licences are required for each species of fish pursued.
• Trade certification for fish harvesters is available, but voluntary, in Newfoundland and Labrador.

• Progression to master or mate on fishing vessels over 100 gross tonnes is possible with additional training, licensing and experience.

• Fishing masters and officers (8261)
• Fishing vessel deckhands (8441)