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Fishing Guides


Fishing Guides plan, organise and provide guided fishing trips for individuals or groups.

What the job involves

  • Meets and introduces members of a tour on arrival

  • Organises and supervises groups involved in outdoor fishing adventures

  • Sets up and maintains equipment, and ensures equipment is safe and in working condition

  • Demonstrates and provides instruction in the use of equipment and techniques required for participation

  • Provides advice on safety measures, and ensures activities are conducted in a manner to minimise risk to participants

  • Responds to emergencies by providing first aid assistance and takes appropriate further action if required

  • Answers questions and advises on local interest points

  • May maintain written reports of daily activities and carry out other administrative work