An Artisan (Fishing) is mainly deployed on

• (i)assisting in sampling, gillnet surveys in reservoirs and handling fishing equipment in regular survey work;
• (ii)assisting in the operation and maintenance of boats, and operating vessels in the absence of Launch Master;
• (iii)patrolling and transporting in reservoirs; and
• (iv)securing boats in reservoirs during typhoon. <br> <br>(Note : May be required to
• (i)undertake on-call, standby and emergency duties;
• (ii)work outside normal working hours, in irregular hours and/or shifts;
• (iii)work in remote areas, harsh conditions and/or at reservoirs;
• (iv)drive departmental vehicles under the self-drive scheme; and
• (v)wear uniform and protective clothing.)

Candidates should have

• (a)a Pleasure Vessel Operator Grade 2 Certificate, or equivalent;
• (b)at least 1 year's experience as a member of crew working on board local fishing vessels; and
• (c)attained a level of proficiency in Chinese and English languages equivalent to Primary 6 standard. <br> <br>(Note : Applicants who fail to produce the documentary proof of attaining a level of proficiency in Chinese and English languages equivalent to Primary 6 standard, such as Hong Kong Primary 6 student report or certificate on completion of Primary 6 standard (a pass in Chinese and English subjects should be shown) or equivalent recognized qualification, will be required to attend and pass a language proficiency test arranged by the department.) <br> <br>(All qualifications/experience required should be obtained on or before the application deadline. Qualifications/experience obtained after the application deadline will not be considered.)