Nova Scotia Fisheries Sector Employee Survey

JavaScript isn't enabled in your browser, so this file can't be opened. Enable and reload.

Take your time to answer the following questions to the best of your knowledge. We have provided some options for you to include your own thoughts and comments as you see fit. Thank you for your time and consideration in informing the future efforts of the Nova Scotia Fisheries Sector.

1. I am currently employed in the Nova Scotia Fisheries Sector. *

Yes

No, but I want to be

Not sure

2. Which of the following job categories most closely represents your job?

Labourer (ie. Deckhand, Warehouse, Production)

Office Worker (Administrative Assistant, Clerk)

Supervisor (ie. Foreman, Lead Hand, Office Manager)

Tradesperson (Electrician, Mechanic, Chef)

Management (Captain, Senior Leadership)

Corporate Services (HR, IT, Finance, Sales & Marketing)

Executive (C-Suite, Director, Owner)

I Don't Know

Other:

3. What job title best reflects your position?

Deckhand/Factory Worker

Deck Manager

Deck Foreman

Factory Crew

Factory Foreman

Factory Mechanic/Engineer

Factory Manager

Ship's Cook

Engineer (Vessel)

Marine Electrician

Chief Engineer

First Engineer

Second Engineer

Third Engineer

Captain

First Mate

Second Mate

Third Mate

Administrative Worker

Executive

4. Which of the following statements best describes how you feel about your job?

I hate my job

I dislike my job

My job is just okay

I like my job

I love my job

5. Which of the following statements best describes how you feel about the company you work for?
*

I hate the company I work for

I dislike the company I work for

The company I work for is just okay

I like the company I work for

I love the company I work for

6. Which of the following statements best describes how you feel about the Offshore/Midshore Fishing Sector in general. *

I hate working in this sector

I dislike working in this sector

The sector is okay but not great

I like working in this sector

I love working in this sector

7. How long have you been in your current position? *

Less than 1 year

1-2 years

3-4 years

5-9 years

10-14 years

15 or more years

8. How long have you worked in the sector? *

Less than 1 year

1-2 years

3-4 years

5-9 years

10-14 years

15 or more years

9. How many Nova Scotian companies in the Offshore/Midshore Fishing Sector have you worked for in your career? (including current employer) *

1 – 2

3 – 4

5 – 6

7 – 8

9 – 10+

10. Which of the following statements most closely represent your thoughts on working in the Offshore/Midshore Fishing sector?
*

I love it, I plan to work in it for a long time

I like it, I have no immediate plans to leave it

I am used to it, I might leave if something better comes a long

I am not in it by choice, I was the best option at the time, but I am not committed to fisheries

I do not like it, I will leave once I have a better opportunity

11. Rate how important each of the following job factors are to you. *

Doesn't matter to me

Matters a little to me

Somewhat important to me

Very important to me

Absolutely essential to me

Compensation

Job Security

Wellness Supports

Working Conditions

Rules and Regulations

Safety

Consistency and Reliability

A positive work environment (The people I work with)

12. Considering your current job, rate how satisfied you are with each of the following job factors. *

Not at all satisfied

Slightly satisfied

Moderately satisfied

Satisfied

Very satisfied

Compensation

Job Security

Wellness Supports

Working Conditions

Rules and Regulations

Safety

Consistency and Reliability

A positive work environment (The people I work with)

13. What motivates you in your work? (select any that apply) *

Providing a good life for myself/my family

Making a lot of money

To belong to a team/crew that is doing something important

My coworkers/crew, I want to do my part to help them

Career growth, to achieve the next step in my goals

To use my considerable skills and knowledge

To improve my skills and challenge myself

To make a difference and be do important work

Other:

Required

14. I would stay longer in my job if... (select any that apply) *

There was more compensation (higher revenue sharing, larger salary, better commission structure)

There was different compensation models (commission, revenue share, salary, salary + commission)

There was better morale

There was a better environment to work in

If the work was not so difficult

If my job security was more reliable

Other:

Required

15. Have you recommended friends and family to apply for jobs in the Offshore/Midshore Fishing sector? *

Yes

No, but I would

16. Have you recommended friends and family to apply for jobs with your current employer? *

Yes

No, but I would

17. What would it take for you to leave your current employer for a similar job at another Nova Scotian fisheries company? *

A small raise (3-5%)

More hours

Less hours

Promotion opportunities

Training opportunities

More flexibility in my schedule

More stable and consistent pay

I likely would not leave my current employer

Other:

Required

18. Considering your career in the fisheries sector: Are you interested in getting more formal training? *

I am currently doing that.

I would if I had the opportunity or money to do that.

I would if I knew how or where.

I never really thought about it.

I have all of the formal training I want or need for my career.

I have no desire to take any formal training.

Other:

19. I would take more formal training if... *

The training was flexible and could fit around my work schedule

My employer covered part or all of the costs

I was given a clear incentive, such as a raise, promotion, or bonus, for completing it

I could do it online or remotely

I felt more confident that I could keep up with the course material

I knew I would have support from colleagues or a mentor during the training

Other:

Required

20. What one word would you use to describe your work environment? *

Supportive

Challenging

Collaborative

Stressful

Toxic

Engaging

Other:

21. Rate how important each of the following statements are in your career choices *

Not important at all

Slightly important

Moderately important

Very important

Extremely important

Good work-life balance

Clear career advancement opportunities

Stable, long-term career opportunities

An employer with a strong reputation in the sector

Health and other benefits

A workplace that is inclusive and respectful

Not having to relocate for work

Having my skills and accomplishments appreciated by my manager/employer

Not important at all

Slightly important

Moderately important

Very important

Extremely important

Good work-life balance

Clear career advancement opportunities

Stable, long-term career opportunities

An employer with a strong reputation in the sector

Health and other benefits

A workplace that is inclusive and respectful

Not having to relocate for work

Having my skills and accomplishments appreciated by my manager/employer

22. Is there anything else you think would be important for us to know?

Submit

Clear form

Never submit passwords through Google Forms.

Forms

This content is neither created nor endorsed by Google.