Joey Saunders

• Performed a variety of essential duties as an Integrated Rating on board the RORO vessel Tasmanian Achiever II under the employ of Strait link Shipping
• Assisted in mooring and unmooring operations, ensuring the safe docking and departure of the vessel
• Operated deck machinery, including winches and cranes, to load and discharge cargo, contributing to efficient cargo handling
• Conducted routine maintenance tasks to keep deck equipment and structures in optimal working condition
• Participated actively in safety drills and emergency response exercises, maintaining readiness for any onboard emergencies
• Successfully executed cargo loading and unloading procedures, with a focus on proper cargo securing and documentation
• Collaborated with the ship's crew in maintaining a vigilant lookout and contributing to navigational and steering tasks while on watch
• Assisted engineers in engine room operations and machinery maintenance, ensuring the smooth operation of the ship's systems
• Contributed to general maintenance and cleanliness efforts across the vessel, including living quarters and common areas

Go Offshore, PSV Supply Vessel

• Engaged in supply vessel operations, including cargo handling and deck machinery operation.

• Supported deck maintenance tasks, participated in emergency drills, and adhered to safety procedures.

Integrated Rating

Siem Offshore, AHTS Siem Sapphire

February 5, 2024 – April 28, 2024

• Performed essential duties on board the anchor handling tug supply vessel, supporting various offshore operations.

• Assisted in anchor handling, towing, and supply operations to ensure the safe and efficient performance of the vessel.

• Conducted routine maintenance tasks and participated in safety drills.

• As a deckhand for both tuna tow, and tuna feeding operations, I was required to undertake various duties for the wild catch southern Bluefin tuna fishery and fish penning/ feeding operations
• Under the command of the master and an emphasis on safety, I was responsible for general vessel crew duties from anchoring and mooring, to specific fishing duties including feeding schedules and arrangements
• Some duties included:
• Mooring and unmooring duties on various vessel sizes
• Fish feeding duties
• Vessel husbandry and stores
• Rigging of fishing equipment
• Rigging of fish pen tow equipment
• Anchoring duties
• Lookout duties under supervision
• Engine room assistant duties
• Vessel maintenance
• Painting and chipping duties

• Employed as a deckhand on the f/v limos and the f/v Lincoln lady I worked in the commercial prawn fishery on a share arrangement
• This roles afforded me the opportunity to work a great deal of shift work on various rotations and often for long periods of time
• Fishing trips varied in length and often long periods at at a time
• Duties included
• Working in arduous conditions
• Work and live in a team environment
• Maintain vessels in port ready for fishing season
• Loading and unloading ships stores for sea voyages
• Net maintenance including cleaning and mending
• Rigging of stern trawl nets and equipment
• Operate deck machinery
• Assist in cooking duties
• Cleaning and vessel maintenance
• Unloading duties at berth
• Vessel maintenance to tight schedules
• Lookout and steering duties

• Serving as a deckhand on the f/v Gemma Marie and the f/v Christina pilchard vessels from Port Lincoln South Australia, I worked on a contract share fisherman arrangement
• This position required a high level of safety focus, whilst in a fast paced marine environment
• Often requiring long periods away from home living on a vessel
• These duties included:
• Working in arduous conditions
• Maintain vessels in port ready for fishing season
• Loading and unloading ships stores for sea voyages
• Net maintenance including cleaning and mending
• Set purse seine net and equipment ready for shoot
• Rigging of associated deck equipment
• Safe use of deck machinery
• Use of unloading machinery
• Cleaning holding tanks
• Mooring duties
• Assist in lookout duties