Fisherman (craft certificate)

Fishermen are involved in different tasks, depending on the type of vessel and the type of catch. Key tasks include:

• General duties on the vessel with knowledge of various types of deck machinery, fish processing equipment and refrigeration and freezer facilities on board.
• Bridge duty, based on sound seamanship
• Construction, use and maintenance and simple repairs of various types of fishing gear
• Quality control of fish

Work on a fishing vessel requires stamina and physical strength. A fisherman must be able to adapt to the small, and close-knit environment on board the vessel. There are strict requirements with regard to safety and professional insight for the crew onboard a fishing vessel. You must be prepared to be able to cope in emergencies.