Francis Gakor Segbefia
Summary
Highly skilled Fisherman with deep knowledge of fishing techniques, equipment maintenance and safety protocols. Demonstrated ability to handle challenging weather conditions while ensuring quality catch. Strong understanding of fish species identification and preservation methods. Consistently contributed towards sustainable fishing practices in previous roles.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
SCALLOPS FISHERMAN
JOHN MACALISTER
UK
05.2025 - Current
- Checked boat parts for wear and tear during trips.
- Calculated distances traveled between ports using navigational charts.
- Cleaned and processed caught fish on board the vessel according to regulations.
- Returned undesirable or illegal catches to water and moved desired catches to holding areas.
- Stored netting, cables, lines and ropes correctly to minimize wear and prevent damage.
- Loaded and unloaded vessel equipment and supplies by hand or with aid of hoisting equipment.
- Packed pelts in containers to transport to processing plants or public auctions.
- Maintained clean and functional ship by conducting thorough inspections and maintaining efficient preventive maintenance schedules.
- Monitored consumption of fuel and other supplies to keep operations financially sound.
- Sanitized equipment and decks after each shift to remove leftover fish and carcasses.
- Kept gear and equipment in good working order by conducting inspections and completing minor repairs.
- Worked with fellow crew members to bring in optimal results with each haul.
- Processed field kills by removing and discarding undesirable components, minimizing storage needs and boosting carrying ability.
- Monitored fish, checking for defects and disease and promptly discarded deceased fish to prevent illness.
- Gutted, cleaned and filleted fish, placing on ice in freezer compartment to maintain freshness and avoid spoilage.
- Cleaned vessel and machinery after each shift to safeguard fellow employees from falls, mishaps, and potential infections.
- Assisted in loading provisions onto vessels prior to departure.
- Repaired damaged fishing gear while at sea or in port.
- Operated and maintained fishing vessels and equipment.
- Verified accuracy of logbook entries regarding course changes.
- Set nets, lines, traps, pots, dredges, longlines, trawls and gillnets for catching fish.
- Navigated the waters using navigation systems such as GPS or radar.
- Inspected boats for any mechanical problems before heading out.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while working aboard a vessel or ashore.
- Kept watch for whales or other marine mammals that could be endangered.
- Maintained records of catches, by-catch, fuel consumption, and other operational data.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of vessel, gear, and crew.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine when to fish or return to port.
- Ensured compliance with environmental protection laws while fishing.
Education
High School Diploma -
ANGLICAN JUNIOR HIGH
TEMA NEW TOWN 11-2000
Skills
- I AM AN ENGINEER DECKHAND AND A WELDER
- GOOD SCALLOPS FISHERMAN WITH THREE YEAR'S OF EXPERIENCE
Certification
- I ATTENDED REGIONAL MARITIME UNIVERSITY AND HAVE THE CERTIFICATES AND OTHER SEAFARING DOCUMENTS TO PROVE.
Timeline
SCALLOPS FISHERMAN
JOHN MACALISTER
05.2025 - Current
High School Diploma -
ANGLICAN JUNIOR HIGH