Title Boat Skipper (Restricted Coxswains, Coxswains and Master 5)

Department(s) Elizabeth Bay Pearl Farm and other locations as required

Reports to Deck Supervisor and Assistant Farm Manager Job Summary The primary function of this role is to skipper a cleaning boat, drift vessel and/ or dive boat and be responsible for the welfare and safety of all your crew, as well as the correct and safe operation of the vessel you are in charge of. You will also carry out routine cleaning, maintenance and x-raying on all shell husbandry and make key observations that can assist management with immediate and future decisions.

Summary of Essential Job Functions SAFETY

- As the skipper of a vessel, the safety and welfare of your crew is paramount. Should weather conditions deteriorate throughout the day, you will be required to notify your superior and convey the situation.
- To place in high regard, recognised boat handling with safety practices.
- Know the dive safety procedures and dive tables
- Run ‘Man over board’ drills on a monthly basis or when you have green crew on board.
- Train all crew on basic operation of the vessel and radio in case of an accident involving the skipper.
- Complete incident / accident / near miss reporting as per company policy MAINTENANCE • Always follow start up/shut down procedures.
- Spend time each day on vessel maintenance as outlined in SOP including greasing moving components.
- Keep tools in a clean and orderly working condition in your personal tool box.
- Wash down decks and equipment at the end of each working day on cleaning boat and dinghy.
- Develop a familiar understanding of the fuel, water, hydraulic, electrical and pumping systems.
- Report maintenance issues and faults to the Farm Manager/ Assistant Farm manager.
- Vessel log book to be completed daily. LINE MAINTENANCE, SHELL HANDLING & SHELL CLEANING




- Always handle shell with care.
- Reduce the time shell is out of water. If the shell is out of the water for relocation or extended periods of time, cover with tarps to protect from the elements.
- Check every panel handled for repairs.
- Keep neat and accurate paper work/day sheets.
- Assist with all other aspects of the operation, including x-raying, drifting, harvest, spat deployments and line installation and maintenance.
- Become proficient in line repairs (splicing), line removal and line replacement.
- Must be accurate and concise with all reports and is responsible for ensuring that the information is delivered to either the Farm Manager or Assistant Farm Manager TRAINING & COMMUNICATION
- Provide inductions and training to all new crew under your supervision so to provide a safe and productive working environment.
- Provide ongoing training of Trainee Skippers.
- Provide regular feedback to your line Manager regarding the performance of staff (including both acceptable and desired performance as well as breaches of conduct).
- Liaise with management regarding farming techniques you believe are effective or could be improved.
- At the completion of each day have all of your crew washing down cleaning boats and preparing for the following days work. (Removal of rubbish, re-loading with recent stock etc)
- Ensure that the tasks you ask your crew to perform throughout the day, are also performed by you.



It is your responsibility and requirement to set an example.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times, set a good example to all crew at all times, taking into consideration the companies policies and procedures whether in capacity as Boat Skipper or aboard the Mothership.
- Be responsible for ensuring that all personal commercial certification that enables you to work in the industry are kept up to date and valid ADDITIONAL DISCIPLINES • Undertake a period of rotation within the business on duties that reflect the various units within the business. This includes working directly with the staff responsible for the hatchery, engineering departments, administration, and technical.
- Engage specifically over an initial period of 12-18 months (reviewed quarterly), in as many facets of the business as possible within the work schedule and requirements of the business.

Minimum

Requirements

Coxswains Grade 2 12 months experience skippering vessels

Experience with vessel maintenance

Senior First Aid Certificate

Marine Radio Operators Licence Desirable

Coxswains Grade 1 Pearl farming experience Abilities Required

Must be physically fit

Ability to work as part of a team and be a team leader

Good organisational skill

Excellent communication skills

Ability to obtain MSIC card (Federal Police clearance required)

Self motivated and a mature attitude Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

📌 Aquaculture Worker (ANZSCO 841111) / Boat Skipper (Darwin)
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