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OSCA 313434Updated 2026-01-29
Master Fisher
National shortage level: Strong
ANZSCO 231211OSCA 313434
Snapshot
Median pay: AUD 122k
Weekly earnings: AUD 2340
Salary range: AUD 109k-AUD 134k
Job ads trend: Not listed
Time to hire: Varies
Visa pathways: Check eligibility
State distribution
31.9%
WA
26.4%
QLD
15.2%
SA
Education mix
38.3%
certificate iii/ iv
18.1%
year 10 and below
8.1%
year 12
Role overview
Master Fishers control fishing vessels and fishing operations to catch and preserve fish, crustacea and molluscs.
What you do
- • Directs fishing operations by using knowledge about the species sought, fishing areas, seasons and the capabilities of the vessel and crew.
- • Directs crew in catching fish, molluscs and crustacea at varying depths using nets, lines, poles, pots and traps.
Core skills
Credentials & pathway
- Recommended level: certificate iii/ iv (38.3%)
Recent job ads
No ads listed yet.
Tasks
- • Directs crew in catching fish, molluscs and crustacea at varying depths using nets, lines, poles, pots and traps.
- • Directs fishing operations by using knowledge about the species sought, fishing areas, seasons and the capabilities of the vessel and crew.
Earnings
Weekly median: AUD 2340
Annual median: AUD 122k
Range: AUD 109k-AUD 134k