渔民/妇女

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.

seaweed dragger

shellfish harvester operator

Fishing masters and officers (See 83120 Fishing masters and officers)

Fishing vessel deckhands (See 84121 Fishing vessel deckhands)