Deguara Bros & Sons are seeking suitable applicants with experience to fill the full-time position of a Deckhand and/or Fishing Hand.
The successful applicant will carry out work on our fleet of live Coral Trout commercial fishing vessels operating out of the Mackay Port in Queensland.
Job Tasks & Responsibilities
· Prepare, maintain, and operate fishing lines, hooks, reels, bait, and associated equipment
· Locate suitable fishing grounds using experience, weather data, charts, and fishing technology
· Sort, grade, clean, store, and preserve catches to maintain product quality
· Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on fishing gear, vessel equipment, and machinery
· Follow workplace health and safety procedures and maritime regulations
· Ensure compliance with fisheries management, licensing,



and environmental requirements
· Deploy, monitor, and retrieve fishing lines and gear efficiently and safely
· Work effectively as part of a crew during extended periods at sea and under varying weather conditions
Experience & Qualifications
· At least 1 year experience in commercial fishing operations
· Strong problem solving/ troubleshooting skills
· Solid attention to detail
· Experience with quality control
· Basic vessel operation and navigation knowledge is preferred
· Relevant boating licences required
Please forward your resume to Zack at ******

📌 Professional Handline Fishermen (Queensland)
🏢 Deguara Bros & Sons Seafood
📍 Queensland