Fishing Masters and Officers

(NOC 8261)
 

What do Fishing Masters and Officers do?

Fishing masters and officers command vessels greater than 100 gross tonnes to catch fish / other marine life. They determine fishing areas, plot courses, and compute navigational positions, steer vessels, and operate navigational instruments to locate catch. They also direct operations and supervise activities of their crew.

How to become: Fishing Masters and Officers

In general, you need a commercial fishing licence. To be a fishing master or officer, you usually need some high school education. You must have one to two years' experience as a fishing vessel deckhand and a fishing master's certificate.

Where to study for a career as: Fishing Masters and Officers

Modified on January 26, 2022

How much do Fishing Masters and Officers make?

Low:
$33,717
Average:
$62,400
High:
$166,400

Job openings for Fishing Masters and Officers

Job Seekers:
2,200
Job Openings:
1,100