Yumbah is proudly positioned as Australia's leading aquaculture company. With operations across South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and New South Wales, we sustainably farm abalone, oysters, mussels and kingfish for both domestic and international markets, and supply oyster spat to the South Australian oyster industry. Driven by our core values of integrity, daring and teamwork, we are committed to supporting our people and delivering a sustainable source of premium seafood protein to our customers.
Yumbah Clean Seas, now proudly part of the Yumbah Group, is a global leader in the full cycle breeding, production and sale of Yellowtail Kingfish (YTK, Seriola lalandi). We are known for our innovative Yellowtail Kingfish farming, with operations in Port Lincoln and Arno Bay, a Hatchery in Arno Bay and Processing Facility and support functions in Adelaide.
About the Role
Yumbah Clean Seas currently have a position available for Feed Supervisor at our Port Lincoln farming operations. This position will report to the Feed Manager and is responsible for the day-to-day activities of the site's Feed Team and Feed Operations.
The Feed Supervisor coordinates feed stock and movement as well as overseeing compliance and maintenance of feed equipment, feed barges and aquaculture vessels used for feed operations. The role will ensure set targets are achieved and effective and efficient service is delivered through a focus on high team performance, positive behaviours and professional development.
Strong leadership and communication skills are essential to maintain effective stakeholder relationships across the business and drive a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring safety first behaviours are a priority. The role will suit a highly organised individual with a proven background coordinating teams, equipment and resources, preferably in a similar role within the Aquaculture industry.
Key responsibilities:
* Plan and coordinate employees, equipment and resources across Feed delivery
* Work closely with broader management team including the Feed Manager, Farm Manager, Fish Health Manager, Maintenance Manager
* Coordinate day-to-day workload and Feed Team rosters
* Improve team efficiencies and productivity by structuring workflow & assignments
* Ensure team activities comply with safety, regulatory and environmental guidelines
* Coordinate Feed stock, recommendations and stock movement
* Assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Build process efficiencies and improvements, health and safety standards and support maintenance schedules
* Ensure compliance & maintenance of equipment & vessels used in feed operations
* Complete all relevant paperwork accurately, e.g. feed sheets, log books, etc.
* Strong Microsoft Suite skills are essential
* Data entry, including the analysis and interpretation of relevant data
* Ability to lead, develop and drive a safety culture
* Comply with the Work Health and Safety Policies & Procedures
* Ensure PPE safety equipment is used at all times, emergency drills are followed, and all staff are performing their duties safely
* Provide strong leadership, ongoing coaching and Team development
Skills and Experience:
* Aquaculture experience and a broad knowledge of aquaculture highly desired
* Ability to work confidently in marine environments and manage on-water teams
* Coxswain certificate an advantage
* Fish performance knowledge around SFR, SGR, and FCR
* Excellent written and verbal communication and relationship building skills
* Strong computer, numeracy and reporting abilities
* Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills
* Strong data entry and analytical skills
* Good problem solving and decision-making skills with attention to detail
* Effective organisational skills including a demonstrated ability to determine priorities and meet tight deadlines
* Proven people management, coaching and development
* Demonstrated ability to positively influence organisational and team culture
* Proven experience implementing Work Health and Safety Policies & Procedures
Why Yumbah
* Opportunity to join a sustainable, future-focused industry.
* Work in a collaborative environment where your contribution matters.
* A values-led business with a strong, supportive team culture.