Grant Barker
Darwin
Summary
With over 45 years in commercial fishing, I spearheaded Northern Wildcatch Seafood Australia's growth, showcasing robust leadership and strategic planning. Renowned for my expertise in sustainable fishing practices, I've successfully managed fleets and expanded operations across diverse fisheries, including the Spencer Gulf, Far North QLD, Timor Box and the Kimberley. My adeptness in innovation and commitment to conservation have significantly contributed to the industry's advancement.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Company Director
Northern Wildcatch Seafood Australia Pty Ltd
04.2005 - Current
- As a 50% co-owner and Joint Company Director of NWSA, I have vigorously overseen NWSA's expansion from its origins of 1 trap fishing vessel in Broome in 2005, to a fleet of 6 trap vessels with significant infrastructure based in Darwin, NT
- NWSA has a notable business reputation for robust adherence to the extensive fisheries management structures in place within the fishing zones we operate
- NWSA operates 6 x 28 metre fishing vessels equipped with traps specifically designed for targeted fishing techniques
- The breadth of NWSA's fishing operations span from the Continental Shelf offshore from Broome to the Tiwi Islands and east to Wessell Islands, and North to the AFZ with Indonesia
- I continue to also operate within my business in a capacity of Commercial Fisherman
Skipper, Owner Blue Swimmer Crab Business
Barker Fisheries Pty Ltd
01.1994 - 01.2005
Skipper and Co-owner Prawn Fishing Trawler
Self-employeed
01.1989 - 01.1994
Skipper Prawn Trawler
Spencer Gulf Prawn Fishery
01.1984 - 01.1992
- Skipper duties and responsibilities transferred across to Commercial salmon fishing and Marine scale fishing
Lead Deckhand
Jim Waller, Spencer Gulf Prawn Fishery
01.1979 - 01.1989
Education
High School Diploma -
Kadina Memorial High School
Kadina, SA12-1976
Skills
- 45 years of Commercial Fishing experience
- Spencer Gulf Marine Scale - owner
- Spencer Gulf Prawn Fishery - skipper
- SA Salmon Fishery
- SA Tuna Industry - skipper
- QLD Prawn Fishery - owner
- WA Rock Lobster - owner
- SA Blue Swimmer Crab - owner
- WA Northern Demersal Trap Fishery - owner
Timeline
Company Director
Northern Wildcatch Seafood Australia Pty Ltd
04.2005 - Current
Skipper, Owner Blue Swimmer Crab Business
Barker Fisheries Pty Ltd
01.1994 - 01.2005
Skipper and Co-owner Prawn Fishing Trawler
Self-employeed
01.1989 - 01.1994
Skipper Prawn Trawler
Spencer Gulf Prawn Fishery
01.1984 - 01.1992
Lead Deckhand
Jim Waller, Spencer Gulf Prawn Fishery
01.1979 - 01.1989
High School Diploma -
Kadina Memorial High School
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