Russell Frost
Apollo Bay,VIC
Summary
Experienced commercial fisherman with a long history in Southern Rock Lobster and Shark fishing in Victoria waters seeking opportunities to utilise skills and expertise in the maritime industry.
Overview
58
58
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Apollo Bay Fishermans Co-Op
1990.01 - Current
- Worked closely with board of directors to guide operational strategy and business development.
- Advised stakeholders to contribute to the overall development of the harbour.
Inshore Trawl Skipper
Apollo Bay Fishermans Co-Op
2020.01 - 2021.01
- Increased efficiency in navigating challenging waters through the use of advanced navigational tools and techniques.
- Ensured compliance with maritime regulations, consistently passing inspections without violations.
Committee Member
Rock Lobster Research Assessment Group
2010.01 - 2020.01
Commerical Rock Lobster & Shark Fisherman
Self-employeed
1974.01 - 2020.01
- Employed sustainable fishing practices utilising shark gill nets and craypots to harvest targeted species.
- Fostered strong partnerships with government entities and stakeholders to secure the long-term sustainability and viability of the industry.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, securing competitive deals on essential equipment and resources for the vessel.
- Tracked weather patterns and ocean conditions for informed decision-making in selecting ideal fishing locations.
Victoria Rock Lobster Management Plan Committee
Fisheries Victoria
2003.01 - 2004.01
Delegate
Rock Lobster Tri State Conference
2000.01 - 2004.01
Rock Lobster Represenative on Board of Management
Seafood Industry Victoria
1991.01 - 2004.01
- Offered insights and guidance on industry development from the perspective of a working Rock Lobster Fisherman.
Comittee Member
Quota Implementation Panel, Victoria Fisheries
2001.01 - 2002.01
- Attended committee meetings to propose, discuss proposed changes to the industry.
- Collaborated with fellow members to achieve consensus on key policy decisions.
Rock Lobster Fisherman
Nat Gedeoro
1983.01 - 1984.01
Beach Seining, Mesh Netting and Longlining
Len Beazley
1966.01 - 1974.01
Education
High School Diploma -
South Melbourne Technical School
MelbourneDiploma - Civil Engineering
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC11.1974
Skills
- Policy Development
- Operations Oversight
- Regulatory Compliance
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Stakeholder Management
Awards
- Research and Development Extension Award (for On Board Population Dynamics Research) Seafood Industry Victoria 2017
Timeline
Inshore Trawl Skipper
Apollo Bay Fishermans Co-Op
2020.01 - 2021.01
Committee Member
Rock Lobster Research Assessment Group
2010.01 - 2020.01
Victoria Rock Lobster Management Plan Committee
Fisheries Victoria
2003.01 - 2004.01
Comittee Member
Quota Implementation Panel, Victoria Fisheries
2001.01 - 2002.01
Delegate
Rock Lobster Tri State Conference
2000.01 - 2004.01
Rock Lobster Represenative on Board of Management
Seafood Industry Victoria
1991.01 - 2004.01
Director
Apollo Bay Fishermans Co-Op
1990.01 - Current
Rock Lobster Fisherman
Nat Gedeoro
1983.01 - 1984.01
Commerical Rock Lobster & Shark Fisherman
Self-employeed
1974.01 - 2020.01
High School Diploma -
South Melbourne Technical School
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Swinburne University of Technology
Beach Seining, Mesh Netting and Longlining
Len Beazley
1966.01 - 1974.01