Fish processing labourer

Responsibilities

• Unload fish and shellfish from fishing vessels and transport them by hand or forklift truck to work area
• Transport fish and shellfish to work area
• Weigh fish or shellfish, record weight and pack fish in ice
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Sort fish according to species, weight and destination

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Overtime required

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Languages

• English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

• Will train