fisheries observer

Description

Fisheries observers record and report on fishing activity and the level of compliance and enforcement of conservation measures in force in the work area by controlling the position of the vessel, the use of the fishing gear and the catch. They provide the reports required for the scientific monitoring of the fishing area, provide policy advice and plan and coordinate activities.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

risks associated with undertaking fishing operations fisheries management international regulations for preventing collisions at sea fisheries legislation fishing vessels fish identification and classification deterioration of fish products International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships pollution prevention code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries fishing industry wildlife projects fish anatomy fishing gear quality of fish products

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

monitor wildlife handle fish products evaluate schools of fish identity aquaculture species apply fishery biology to fishery management manage fisheries projects work in outdoor conditions monitor live fish collection survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment report harvested fish production safeguard biodiversity write routine reports

OPTIONALOptional competences

estimate fishery status respond to changing situations in fishery collect fish samples for diagnosis preserve fish samples for diagnosis work in a fishery team observe abnormal fish behaviour monitor fish mortality rates mark migrating fish ensure the safety of endangered species and protected areas perform lookout duties during maritime operations conduct fish populations studies inspect fish stock conduct research on fauna