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fisheries observer

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.

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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

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
monitor wildlife
handle fish products
OPTIONALOptional competences
estimate fishery status
respond to changing situations in fishery
collect fish samples for diagnosis

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Skills overview

40total
27 essential
13 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
1
Skills
5

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Quick insight

This role requires 27 essential competences across both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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