Jeff Watts
Research Interests:
Bycatch Reduction, Fishing Industry Safety, Fishing Industry Training, Online LearningQualifications:
BSc in marine science from UNSW; Mate 4; Marine engine driver grade 2; Skipper 3; Certificate 4 in workplace training and assessment; Certificate 4 in occupational health and safety; Diploma in training and assessment systems; Master of Education, UTASMob: 0410 003 056
Fx: (03) 6383 4766
I completed my marine science degree and thought for a change I would go fishing. This took me south from Port Stephens, NSW to Esperance WA but most of my time was spent fish trawling out of Greenwell Point NSW. I was also prawn trawling, tuna poling, purse seining and tuna longlining.
I joined the AMC in 1989 and have managed the Certificate in fishing operations courses and taught Master 4, Skipper 3 and Coxswains as well as Fisheries Degree students. I enjoy teaching survival in the AMC pool.
During my time here I have written the Seafood Industry Training Package and managed several national curriculum development projects for that industry. I have also initiated two nationally funded staff development projects to develop networks in the industry and held seats on the Tasmanian and Australian Seafood Industry Training Advisory Bodies.
