Petuna is seeking an Aquaculture Technical Officer to join our Fish Performance Team. This full-time role is primarily based at our Rowella or Cressy site and involves regular travel to our other marine sites.
Petuna
Petuna has evolved from a highly successful fishing operation founded by Peter and Una Rockliff in 1949 into a leading aquaculture company that grows, harvests and processes premium salmonids, for sale to wholesale and retail markets. With operations including a state-of-the-art hatchery in Cressy, two expansive aquaculture farms in Macquarie Harbour and Rowella, and a cutting-edge production processing plant in Devonport, you'll be at the forefront of our commitment to excellence.
At Petuna, we value our employees as essential contributors to our continued success. When you join our team, you become part of a community that embraces innovation, sustainability, and a shared commitment to excellence.
If you're passionate about aquaculture, seek a dynamic work environment, and want to be part of a company with a rich history and an exciting future, Petuna welcomes you to explore career opportunities with us.
About the Role
We are seeking a full-time Aquaculture Technical Officer to join our Fish Performance Team. This role will be primarily based at our Rowella or Cressy site but will also involve regular travel to our other marine sites. You will join a highly motivated and professional team dedicated to fish performance, health, and environmental management.
Duties
Reporting to the Fish Performance Manager, your responsibilities will include:
* Plan, coordinate, and execute fish weight, quality, and health sampling programs across sites.
* Maintain site databases and ensure accurate data entry.
* Carry out water quality sampling and testing across sites as directed.
* Participate in company research and development projects.
* Ensure all work is conducted safely and in accordance with Petuna's health and safety procedures.
* Coordinate and participate in fish health monitoring, including smolt checks, disease investigations, and sample collection.
* Conduct environmental monitoring, including collection, submission, and reporting of water samples.
* Maintain and calibrate scientific and environmental monitoring equipment.
* Assist with additional aquaculture farm activities as required, including feeding, shoreline work, and general farm operations.
Qualifications and Experience
* A relevant tertiary qualification (minimum bachelor's degree in Aquaculture, Fisheries, or Marine Science).
* Hands-on experience in the husbandry, handling, and feeding of salmonids.
* Experience in technical fields of fish health, environmental sampling, and monitoring.
* Strong knowledge of water quality, scientific sampling equipment, and data analysis.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
* Excellent time management, planning, and report-writing skills.
* Understanding of regulatory requirements for environmental compliance.
* Forklift license and Coxswain's ticket (preferred but not essential).
* Small crane/Hiab ticket (preferred but not essential).
How to Apply
To apply, please submit a cover letter and current resume. If you are on a working visa, please also provide a current VEVO.
For further information or questions, please send an email to