Open applications for Fishmate

Aker QRILL Company is a world leader in the sustainable production of krill-based products. We are dedicated to enhancing the nutritional value of feed for aquaculture and livestock and contributing to a more sustainable global food system. Our business has experienced consistent growth within the Aker BioMarine organization. In 2024 we were spun out as a stand-alone entity, and we remain a reputable company in the maritime industry known for a focus on operational excellence. Working with us means you appreciate diversity, are highly skilled within your field and can cope with unexpected situations. You enjoy a fast pace, tolerate quick decisions and continuously ongoing changes. You are a true team player who "chips in" when the situation requires so.

We are now looking for Fishmate who will work on board our vessels in Antarctica.

Job purpose
The fishmate is responsible for all fishing operations on his shift. The workspace is on bridge, 12 hours a day. If requested, Fish Mate must assist on deck.

Responsibility during operation
- Responsible for the fishing operations while on duty.
- In command of deck crew during any deck operations related to fishery while on duty.
- Assist in any reporting as required by Captain and assist to 1st officer with radio equipment

Safety responsibilities
- Be familiar with duties according "station bill" and muster lists for life rafts.
- Make sure that all possible measures have been taken to perform safe operations on deck
- Wear safety equipment as required
- Responsible to see that all crew wear safety equipment as required during any operation
- HSE MS: Comply fully with the requirements in the Company's HSE MS system, national as well as international rules and legislations and other precautions currently valid on board.
- Drills: According to "Emergency Plan": MEDEVAC, OIL pollution, FF, MOB, Abandon ship.
- HSE Activities: Actively take part in HSE meetings and programs, event reporting etc.

Other Tasks
- On request from Captain and Chief Officer.
- Learn and understand how to use ERP systems as required.

Required qualifications
- COC Deck Officer
- Medical certificate
- STCW safety course

Personal qualifications:
- Desire for an offshore career
- English language skills
- Enjoys working in an international team
- Appreciates new challenges, seeking new tasks and continuous improvements
- Systematic and responsible with drive and self-motivation

We offer:
- A safe and attractive workplace
- Possibility for entrance into a fixed position on board
- Fixed annual salary
- Good working environment on board
- Pension and insurance scheme
- 12/7 shift; 12 hours on, 12 hours off, 7 days a week for the entire rotation
- Shift rotation: One shift on (ca three months incl travels) and two shifts off, averaging 150 sea days per year and about 120 - 135 days off between trips. Travel to and from fishing ground is about one week each way at the beginning and the end of the rotation, using ports in Uruguay, Chile, and Falkland Islands for embarkation on cargo and passenger vessel, bringing crew to fishing vessels on fishing ground.

Location: Vessel/Antarctica

Application and contact information
Does this sound like an exciting opportunity? Please don't hesitate to apply as we will be contacting candidates on an ongoing basis. Please send your application letter and CV in either English or Norwegian via the application link. Questions may be directed to applicant@qrill.com.