Overview

What’s involved

A filleter is responsible for processing and preparing fish by filleting, skinning, and portioning them according to specific requirements. A skilled filleter ensures that fish waste is kept to a minimum.

How do they spend their day?

A filleter can spend their day on a fishing vessel or in a processing facility completing tasks such as:

  • Receiving and inspecting fish for quality and freshness.
  • Filleting, skinning, and portioning fish based on customer specifications.
  • Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene standards in the filleting area.

Occupation Insights

Average salary
$40,000 - $80,000 per year
Skills you will use
Knife skills
Fishing operations
Food safety and hygiene
Food safety and quality

No formal qualifications required, but a certificate II or III in Seafood Post Harvest Operations or certificate II or III in Fishing Operations that has training in fish filleting and food safety is beneficial.

Prior experience in fish processing or filleting is highly valued by employers

Proficient in fish filleting techniques, handling various fish species and knife skills. Knowledge of hygiene, quality and safety regulations in seafood processing.

Attention to detail and precision in filleting fish. Physical stamina and dexterity for repetitive tasks.