Licensed Mate - Fishing Vessel UNIMAK

Glacier Fish•Seattle, WA

8d•$175,000 - $210,000•Onsite

About The Position

North Star Fishing Company is seeking a Licensed Mate for their at-sea processing vessels operating in the Bering Sea, Pacific Ocean, Gulf of Alaska, and Aleutian Islands. The Mate is responsible for the overall safe operation of the vessel and the conduct of its crew, under the direction of the Master. The Mate may command the vessel in the Master's absence for a specified period. This role requires a strong commitment to quality, safety, and the sustainability of the North Pacific fishery resource.

Requirements

Coast Guard License Uninspected Fishing Industry Vessel license required: 1600 GT on the Unimak.
Minimum of 3 years of experience fishing onboard H&G vessels in Alaskan waters.
Ability to work 12 hours per day, 7 days a week in all kinds of weather conditions.
Understand instructions and safety rules in English.
Board and exit vessel without assistance by climbing up and down a gangway or Jacob's ladder.
Capable of climbing and descending steep stairs and vertical ladders.
Able to be away from land-based medical attention for up to 3 months.
Willingness to share spaces with others including crew quarters, dining areas and bathrooms.

Responsibilities

Command and be responsible for the overall safe operation of the vessel and the conduct of its crew, under the direction of the Master.
Command the vessel in the Master's absence for a specified period.
Safely navigate and maneuver the vessel using navigational charts, standard navigational aids and electronic bridge equipment including plotters, radar, radios, depth finders and sonar.
Ensure compliance with COLREGS and Coast Guard Commercial Fishing Vessel requirements.
Direct fishing operations at night using knowledge of fishing grounds and workload capacities of vessel and crew.
Record daily activities in ship's log.
Oversee the implementation and support of all company safety and environmental policies and procedures in accordance with the Safety Management System.
Provide direct supervision of all medical and safety activities on board in person or by delegation to other ships officers.
Conduct Safety Drills, Safety Orientation, ensure compliance with all safety regulations and maintain related record keeping.
Act as Safety Officer onboard, prepare and maintain station bill details.
Complete and document Safety/Equipment checks monthly, order navigational publications, charts & update local notice to mariners.
Act as Fire Team Leader and coordinate Fire drills.