Job Description

Position Summary :
The Fisheries Deck Hand supports the captain in the safe operation of the vessel and operate it and crew it according to both company and legal guidelines.

Position Duties :

Sweeps and washes decks using broom, brushes, mops

Lowers and man’s lifeboat in case of emergencies.

Stands steering watches or lookout watches while underway.

Loads or unloads material from the boat

Splices and repairs cables and ropes, using hand tools.

Examines cables that holds vessels in tow and tightens cables to ensure vessels are snug.

Sorting and grading fish

As a crew member; Health and Safety is a priority.

You must maintain all on-board equipment, including machinery, engines and safety equipment with regular inspection.

Working Conditions :

Employees will respect each other’s time, space, and need for concentration.

Socializing and personal interruptions must not impede workflow.

Employees are working in sensitive and confidential circumstances and are expected to maintain strict workplace confidence at work and out of work.

All business communications, whether verbal, visual, or written, whether for internal or external use, will be qualified in tone and content and according to any applicable and existing Human Resources policies and standards.

Employees are encouraged to recommend ideas for the improvement of their department and job that are consistent with the department’s work and standards.





Work issues and problems must be brought to the attention of the employee’s supervisor in writing so the concern may be addressed within the structure of the Human Resources Manual under the captain’s discretion.

Employees may be asked from time to time to cover other areas of accountability and/or departments to support the organization.

All employees will ensure a safe working environment that is drug and alcohol free.

Harmful or dangerous materials/activities/machines

Confined spaces

Dangerous situations and areas include:

Outdoors

In/on water

Wet/damp

Cold/refrigerated.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Work under pressure

Handling heavy loads

Physically demanding

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Hand-eye co-ordination

Bending, crouching, kneeling

Large workload

The physical demands for the above include: standing, sitting, walking, lifting and carrying, reaching, handling, kneeling, crouching, and bending.

Non-physical demands are as follows.

The position can expect frequent change of tasks, working closely with others as part of a team, and frequent tedious exacting work.

Stressful situations

Conflict management

Academic/Educational Requirements:

Deckhand Course

MED

Marine Basic First Aid

OHS

Qualifications and Skills/Experience:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Demonstrated time management skills

Ability multitasks in all environmental situations

Knowledge and understanding of the Potlotek culture and community life

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📌 Fisheries - Deck Hand (Manitoba)
🏢 Potlotek First Nation
📍 Manitoba