Fisheries - Deck Hand

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:

Performs any combination of following duties aboard the boat:

• 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 professional 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

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are asked to submit aresume and cover letter outlining how their education, experience, and skills meet the requirements of the position.

Applications must include:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Professional References
• Criminal Record Check – if requested

Please submit applications to:

BambooHR -or-

Robert Wolfe, Human Resources

rwolfe@potlotek.ca

Application Deadline: October 19, 2026

Tentative Interviews: October 23, 2026

Only complete application packages will be considered.