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