Deckhand - Queensland Industry Tourism Council
Deckhand
Deckhand
Deckhands undertake a wide range of maritime work on land and at sea, including communications, supply and seamanship hospitality. They may also use equipment such as nets, lines and traps to catch, sort and store fish and crustaceans. A deckhand is an entry level position within the marine tourism sector.
Day-to-day
- Relay information to crew, other ships and harbour authorities using radio and satellite equipment
- Provide hospitality services such as table preparation, bar service and cabin care for guests
- Sort, clean, process, preserve and package catches
- Attach runners, weights, buoys, anchors, poles, stakes, wood or metal beams to nets, traps or pots
- Load, unload, and stow supplies and equipment
- Operate dinghies, dories, winches and other deck equipment
- Perform routine maintenance and checks on deck equipment, cargo gear, rigging, and lifesaving and firefight appliances
Future demand
strong
How to become a Deckhand
- Formal qualifications are not required to become a deckhand, however a certificate course and/or apprenticeship can improve employability.
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Nathan Pounder
Deckhand, Lady Musgrave Experience
Nathan Pounder
Deckhand, Lady Musgrave Experience
I’ve always been passionate about the marine environment and enjoy surfing, freediving and underwater photography in my free time, but having the opportunity to work in the marine tourism industry as a coxswain and deckhand allows me to spend more time in the environment that I love and share my passion for marine preservation and biodiversity with other people.
