Fishing Vessel Crew and Seafood Processing Positions

Employer: Camillo Puglisi
Location: Bermagui, NSW, with work at other locations as required by operational needs
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Commercial Fishing and Seafood Processing

About the Opportunity

Camillo Puglisi, an established longline fishing operator working within Australian fishing zones, is seeking experienced and suitably qualified personnel to join its commercial fishing operations and seafood processing team based in Bermagui, New South Wales.

The available positions and proposed minimum annual salaries are:

- Ship’s Master: A$110,000
- Ship’s Engineer (Fishing Industry): A$76,500
- Master Fisher: A$79,200
- Ship’s Officer: A$75,600
- Deck Hands and Fishing Hands: A$71,481
- Seafood Process Workers: A$71,481

Key Responsibilities

Depending on the position, duties include:

- Commanding, navigating and assisting with the protected operation of commercial fishing vessels.
- Planning and coordinating fishing operations, assessing fishing grounds and operating fishing equipment.
- Operating, inspecting, maintaining and repairing vessel engines, machinery, fishing gear and onboard equipment.
- Supervising or assisting crew with navigation, lookout duties, deck operations, mooring, berthing and vessel maintenance.
- Deploying and retrieving fishing gear and handling, sorting, preserving and processing catches.
- Unloading, cleaning, filleting, grading, weighing, packing and preparing seafood for storage or dispatch.
- Maintaining operational, engineering, fishing and catch records as applicable.
- Following company procedures and relevant maritime safety, environmental, workplace health and safety, and food hygiene requirements.

Vessel-based employees must be prepared to work at sea for several days or weeks, with turnaround periods between voyages depending on operational requirements.

Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate requirements relevant to their chosen position, including:

- Relevant fishing, maritime, marine engineering,



vessel operations or seafood-processing experience.
- Appropriate maritime qualifications, certificates of competency, engineering tickets, licences or registrations where required.
- Knowledge of vessel operations, fishing methods, machinery maintenance, seafood handling or food hygiene, as applicable to the role.
- Required safety, rescue and first-aid certificates where applicable.
- Ability to work safely in demanding marine or seafood-processing environments and follow instructions and operational procedures.
- Verifiable employment references and evidence of relevant experience or sea service where applicable.

Working Conditions

Fishing vessel positions require the ability to work at sea for extended periods, including in challenging weather and marine conditions. Duties may involve physical work, confined spaces, heavy equipment and variable working hours.

All employees must comply with applicable workplace health and safety requirements and the employer’s lawful drug and alcohol policy. Random drug and alcohol testing may be conducted in accordance with applicable law and workplace procedures.

Remuneration and Employment Conditions

Remuneration will be based on the appointed occupation, relevant skills and experience, and the agreed employment terms.

How to Apply

Applicants must clearly identify the position they are applying for and submit:

- A current résumé outlining relevant qualifications and work experience.
- Contact details for verifiable employment referees.
- Evidence of relevant maritime licences, certificates, sea service or other qualifications applicable to the position.
- A statement of approximately 150–250 words explaining their relevant experience, skills and suitability for the position.

Applications should be emailed to [email protected] with the subject line:

Application – [Position Title] – [Applicant Name]

Applicants should apply only for positions for which they meet the relevant requirements. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted regarding the next stage of recruitment.

Pay: $71,481.00 – $110,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Fishing Vessel Crew and Seafood Processing Positions (Bermagui)
🏢 Camillo Roberto Puglisi
📍 Bermagui