Fisheries Officer
Fisheries officers are responsible for the management,
conservation and preservation of state and territory fisheries
resources, and work to make sure that these resources are not
endangered or over-exploited.
Fisheries officers may perform the following tasks:
- patrol and investigate waterways for unlawful fishing
activities and/or the removal of protected marine life
- make sure that relevant laws and regulations are obeyed
- inspect fishing vessels, fishing gear and processing
establishments to ensure compliance
- survey oyster, pearling, fishing and prawning leases to
make sure that regulations are being observed
- advise industry personnel on fishing regulations, export
standards and the renewal of fishing licences
- check that fish are sold through legal markets and that
fish markets do not sell undersized fish
- investigate alleged breaches of legislation
- prepare reports and provide evidence in court when
required
- assist in the supervision of shark nets
- identify, survey and monitor areas and activities of
importance to fish and their habitats
- promote marine management programs and policies
- educate, advise and provide information on a wide range
of topics relating to fish and their protection
- assist other agencies by responding to emergency
situations such as oil spills and the beaching of whales
- provide assistance in research programs
- keep vessels and equipment in good order
- produce statistical reports and undertake other clerical
duties.
The duties of fisheries officers vary greatly across the
states and territories. The type of work they do often depends
on the size and type of commercial fishing and related
industry in their region. Fisheries officers may also serve as
fisheries observers on naval patrol boats, or they may be
responsible for wildlife protection.
Fisheries officers may specialise as a
Boating and Fisheries Patrol Officer who is
responsible for enforcing the laws which relate to boating in
marine parks and protective zones.
Fisheries officers are required to wear uniforms. They work
irregular hours, including weekends, public holidays and
nights. They are often required to move around the state or
territory and may be absent from their headquarters for long
periods. They work in all weather conditions and may have to
sleep in vehicles, tents or boats.
Required Skills - Fisheries Officer
- physically fit
- normal colour vision
- good oral and written communication skills
- good negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- enjoy outdoor work
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