Fishing masters and officers
Fishing masters and officers manage and operate saltwater and freshwater fishing vessels greater than 100 gross tonnes to pursue and land fish and other marine life.
Undetermined
Market Demand
TEER 3
Skill Level
NU, NL, PE
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Command fishing vessels to catch fish and other marine life
- Determine areas for fishing, plot courses and compute navigational positions using compasses, charts, tables and other aids
- Steer vessels and operate navigational instruments and electronic fishing aids such as echo sounders and chart plotters
- Direct fishing operations and supervise crew activities
- Record fishing progress, crew activities, weather and sea conditions on ship's log
- Select and train vessel crews.
Qualifications
- checkSome secondary school education is usually required.
- checkOne to two years of experience as a fishing vessel deckhand is required.
- checkCaptains require one year of service as officer in charge of the watch.
- checkA Fishing Master's Certificate is required for all occupations in this unit group.
- checkMarine Emergency Duties Certificate is required by Transport Canada.
- checkA valid Fishing Vessel Operator Certificate is required for all occupations in this unit group.
- checkA commercial fishing licence is required.
Market Outlook by Province
Immigration Pathways
TEER 3 occupations require college or vocational training and qualify for Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Trades Program.
Express Entry (FSTP)
Canadian Experience Class
Provincial Nominee Programs
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Operation and Control
to navigate the vessel, deploy fishing gear and manage catches efficiently and safely
Critical Thinking, Decision Making and Problem Solving
to evaluate complex situations that impact the safety and success of fishing operations, such as changing sea conditions or unexpected equipment failures, in order to make informed decisions
Rate Control and Reaction Time
to adjust the speed and force of fishing equipment to optimize catch rates and respond to changing conditions, such as sudden shifts in weather or unexpected movements of fish
Depth Perception
to accurately assess underwater conditions, such as the depth of fishing nets or fish schools
Independence
to make critical decisions and manage operations effectively in often remote and isolated environments
Knowledge in Livestock, Farm Animals & Wildlife
to understand fish activities to target specific fish, implementing sustainable practices and comply with regulations
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