Seafood process workers process, grade and package fish and shellfish for the local and overseas market.

What does a Seafood process worker do at work?

• Prepare fish or seafood for processed by opening shells or removing skin
• Cut/fillet to size requirements.
• Grade, pack, weigh the fish/shellfish.
• Maintain processing equipment.
• Carryout hygiene and quality control checks.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knife-handling
• Health & safety
• Food safety requirements
• How to sort, weigh and pack
• Operate machinery

Qualifications

• Basic English and Maths
• Progression opportunities are good. Move form here into supervisory/ management roles or other roles within the industry.

Pay

Between $39,000 and $86,000 per year