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Underwater Worker (Diver)
Occupation Code: 7541
Alternative titles: Aquaculture Diver, Commercial Diver, Professional Diver, Industrial Diver
Job description and duties
Underwater Workers (Divers) are responsible for carrying out a number of different tasks under water, which vary according to the setting they are working in. An Underwater Worker (Diver) is typically expected to:
• Plan the diving operation
• Carry out a pre-dive check during which
equipment functionality is verified
• Ensure regular maintenance of diving
equipment
• Ensure that the Diver’s logbook is regularly
updated
• Communicate with workers on the surface
while under water
• Obtain information about diving tasks and
environmental conditions
Following are the different settings in which Underwater Workers (Divers) may be employed:
• Ship maintenance and repair: shipyard work such as vessel cleaning and welding
• Aquaculture: fish farming tasks such as net inspection and repair, net cleaning and mooring
• Diving tourism: accompany divers during recreational scuba dives
• Training and instructing: teach new divers how to dive and demonstrate safety procedures
• Search and rescue operations: assist victims of underwater accidents
• Clean-up operations: remove marine litter and pollutants
• Marine biology: explore underwater environments and carry out research
Work environment
Underwater Workers (Divers) may find employment on a full-time or part-time basis. Seasonal and/or casual work may also be available. Some Underwater Workers (Divers) may opt to work on a self-employed basis. Depending on work setting, Underwater Workers (Divers) may be required to work on weekends and public holidays.
Occupation data
Number of employees (2017)
92
Share of foreigners (2017)
57%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+17%
Median Pay (per annum)
€12,800
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