- Steer vessels and operate navigational instruments.
- Put fishing equipment into the water and anchor or tow equipment, according to the fishing method used.
- Maintain engines, fishing gear, and other on-board equipment and perform minor repairs.
- Sort, pack, and store catch in holds with salt and ice.
- Remove catches from fishing equipment and measure them
Fishing vessel skipper | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Fishing vessel skippers are in charge of the crew onboard sea-going fishing boats.
Fishing vessel skippers typically work around 41 to 43 hours per week.
As a Fishing vessel skipper you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.
This occupation tends to be:
Average salary |
32,913 GBP * |
per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Fishing vessel skipper
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32,913 GBP
Average salary for full-time Fishing vessel skipper
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32,913 GBP
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32,913 GBP
Salary over time for Fishing vessel skipper
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37,518 GBP
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37,933 GBP
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35,818 GBP
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35,349 GBP
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40,023 GBP
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32,513 GBP
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32,913 GBP
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34,141 GBP
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Future outlook for Fishing vessel skippers
Fair outlook
5 000+ jobs available
Balanced outlook
-1% yearly wage growth (on average)
Balanced outlook
56% chance of automation in the future Fishing vessel skipper - Your future job?
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Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems
Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
Things to highlight for your Fishing vessel skipper interview
Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Persistence Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
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