Pristine Oyster Farm on the Eyre Peninsula, South Australia, is seeking a dedicated full-time Aquaculture Farmhand(Team Leader) to oversee the oyster production process in Cowell, SA, including supporting the setup, operation, and ongoing day-to-day oversight of a newly introduced wet storage system.
Qualifications required:
* Current Australian Coxswain Grade 3
* Current Australian Forklift License
* Current Australian Driver's License
* Current First Aid Certificate with CPR
* Return to work coordinator certification preferred.
Responsibilities:
· General oyster farming activities, including oyster loading, unloading, grading, packing and lease lines adjusting.
· Operate boats and forklifts, perform basic maintenance and refuel when required.
· Operate grading equipment and assist with basic maintenance duties.
· Support the setup, operation, and day-to-day running of the wet storage system, including tank installation, pipework, and equipment mounting
· Assist with building or infrastructure tasks related to oyster production and wet storage system maintenance
· Assist with scheduling and time management of daily farm operations to maintain production efficiency
· Maintain detailed and organized records of aquaculture activities, including accurate entry using miShell
· Carry out general housekeeping, conduct regular inspections to identify and address any cleaning or maintenance needs.
· Lead and mentor team members, helping coordinate tasks, train new staff, and ensure smooth daily operations.
· Conduct regular safety assessments, ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety standards, and make practical recommendations for improvements
Skills required:
* 1 year of experience in aquaculture or a related field.
* Previous experience with rotary grader would be advantageous.
* Previous experience with miShell would be advantageous.
* Previous experience with wet storage systems would be advantageous.
* Previous experience in building is highly regarded, particularly for assisting with installation, setup, and ongoing maintenance of the new wet storage system.
* Ability to work in outdoor and aquatic environments.
* Strong physical fitness and ability to perform manual labour.
* Good communication and teamwork skills
* Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
* Time management and organizational skills
* Working rights in Australia.
Additional Details:
* Position Type: Full-time 38 hours per week.
* Annual Salary: $76,000 AUD to $77,000 AUD per year plus additional mandatory super.
Only eligible and shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $76,000.00 – $77,000.00 per year
Experience:
* aquaculture: 1 year (Required)
Licence/Certification:
* Coxswain Grade 3 (Required)
* Forklift Licence (Required)
* Australian Driver Licence (Required)
* First Aid Certification (Required)
Work Authorisation:
* Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person