Wet Reliever Skipper

A love for the sea and passion for fishing are the driving forces behind I&J, a leading fishing company and manufacturer of high quality chilled and frozen foods.

Almost 110 years old, I&J is the trusted name in seafood, operating a modern and efficient trawler fleet, and continually investing in the training and development of experienced fishing crews, committed to fishing responsibly, with a long-term vision.

I&J has achieved and maintained accreditation from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) since 2004.

I&J is a globally respected supplier of high quality, chilled and frozen Cape Hake and a leading producer of farmed Cape Abalone.

It is also one of AVI's great South African brands. I&J is proudly South African and invests in, and empowers, the communities in which it operates.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a
Wet Reliever Skipper responsible for the safety, navigation, cleanliness and operation of a trawler and the total complement on board and who directs fishing operations of the vessel.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE:

• 3 Years Skipper experience on fishing vessels

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Skipper Grade 2/ Fisherman Grade 2

COURSES COMPLETED:

• Annual Medical
• Ship Captains Medical
• Advance Fire Fighting

GMDSS

• Radio Certificate
• PSSR
• CISC
• DSD
• Marine Fire Fighting
• Marine First Aid
• Communications
• Leadership & Management
• Conflict Management

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES & KNOWLEDGE:

• Fishing Rights (FRAPP)
• Vessel Management
• SAMSA
• MS Office
• Excellent Communication skills (Verbal & Written)
• Health & Safety on vessels

COMPETENCIES:

• Continuously Improving
• Articulating Information
• Making Decisions
• Inspiring Others
• Being self confident
• Understanding Others
• Planning & Organising
• Persisting

JOB SPECIFICATION:

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Business Plan
• Production
• Utilisation
• Vessel Administration & Compliance Certification (HACCP & LSA)
• People Management and Development of Staff
• General Tracking on Business Plan (Asset Care/ Technology/Projects/ Profit ability of the vessel)
• Engineering

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