Fish Processing Plant Labourer

Specific Skills

Transport fish and shellfish to work area
Condition fish filets for wrapping or freezing
Clean machines and immediate work areas
Unload fish and shellfish from fishing vessels and transport them by hand or forklift truck to work area
Weigh fish or shellfish, record weight and pack fish in ice
Sort fish according to species, weight and destination
Measure and dump ingredients into hoppers of mixing and grinding machines

Own Tools/Equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Work Site Environment

Wet/damp, Odours, Cold/refrigerated

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks
Handling heavy loads
Physically demanding
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Hand-eye co-ordination
Standing for extended periods
Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal Suitability

Flexibility
Reliability