https://www.immersedfisheries.com.au/

Start Your Career in Commercial Diving & Fishing

Immersed Fisheries is seeking a motivated and reliable Trainee Diver / Deckhand to join the crew of FV Thor, working in Queensland's commercial beche-de-mer (sea cucumber) fishery on the Great Barrier Reef. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in the commercial fishing and diving industry. Previous commercial diving experience is not essential for the right applicant. We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic, a valuable attitude and a genuine willingness to learn.

The successful applicant will initially work as a deckhand while learning all aspects of vessel operations and the beche-de-mer fishery, with the opportunity to progress into a commercial harvest diving role once appropriately trained, qualified and assessed as competent.

The Role

Working as part of a small crew aboard FV Thor, your duties will include:

- General deckhand duties and vessel operations
- Assisting commercial divers and supporting diving operations
- Preparing, checking and maintaining diving equipment
- Handling, sorting and processing catch
- Vessel cleaning and general maintenance
- Mooring, anchoring and other deck operations
- Participating in vessel safety drills and procedures
- Learning safe commercial diving practices and procedures
- Progressing toward commercial harvest diving duties once appropriately qualified and competent
- Working closely with the skipper and experienced crew

This is a hands-on, physically demanding role. Trips involve living and working aboard FV Thor for extended periods while operating in remote areas of the Great Barrier Reef.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

- Is reliable, hardworking and willing to learn
- Is physically fit and comfortable working in and around the ocean
- Is a confident swimmer
- Works well as part of a small team
- Can follow instructions and established safety procedures
- Has a positive attitude and takes pride in their work




- Is comfortable being away from home while the vessel is at sea
- Has an interest in developing a career in commercial diving and fishing
- Understands that vessel and diving work can involve long and physically demanding days

Previous experience in fishing, boating, diving, marine operations, trades, farming or other physically demanding industries would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must be willing to obtain and maintain all licences, medicals, training and qualifications required for their duties and progression into commercial diving. Relevant marine qualifications, First Aid, recreational or commercial diving experience and previous vessel experience will be viewed favourably.

All diving activities aboard FV Thor are conducted in accordance with applicable safety, vessel and commercial diving requirements.

What We Offer

- Opportunity to enter the commercial fishing and diving industry
- Practical, hands-on training with an experienced crew
- Opportunity to progress from deckhand into a commercial harvest diver role
- Work aboard FV Thor throughout the Excellent Barrier Reef
- Small-team working environment
- Potential for a long-term position for the right person
- Remuneration appropriate to experience, qualifications and progression

About Immersed Fisheries

Immersed Fisheries Pty Ltd operates in Queensland's commercial beche-de-mer fishery, harvesting sea cucumber from the waters of the Great Barrier Reef. We place a strong emphasis on secure vessel operations, safe diving practices, teamwork and responsible fishing.

How to Apply

Please apply through SEEK with a current resume and a short cover letter telling us:

- A little about yourself
- Any boating, fishing, diving or relevant work experience
- Why you are interested in becoming a commercial diver
- Your current qualifications and licences
- Your availability to commence work

We are interested in applicants who are looking for more than just a short-term job. For the right person, this is an opportunity to learn the industry, develop valuable skills and build a career with Immersed Fisheri https://www.immersedfisheries.com.au/

📌 Deckhand / Trainee Diver (Mackay)
🏢 Immersed Fisheries
📍 Mackay