The Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician will assist in the management of aquatic stock, monitor environmental conditions, maintain equipment and infrastructure, and support daily operational activities to ensure efficient and sustainable production outcomes.
Benefits
* Competitive salary package plus superannuation
* Stable full time employment with long term career opportunities
* Supportive and professional team environment
* Opportunity to work within a growing aquaculture and fisheries operation
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* Exposure to modern aquaculture systems and industry practices
* Diverse and hands on role with opportunities to expand technical skills
* Supportive workplace focused on safety, sustainability and operational excellence
* Opportunity to contribute to environmentally responsible production practices
* Work with experienced industry professionals in a dynamic environment
Task & responsibilities
* Monitoring aquatic stock health, feeding programs and growth performance
* Collecting and recording water quality data including temperature, oxygen, salinity and pH levels
* Assisting with breeding, hatching, grading and stock handling procedures
* Maintaining tanks, cages, pumps, filtration systems and associated aquaculture equipment
* Identifying and reporting signs of disease, mortality or abnormal stock behaviour
* Administering treatments and assisting with biosecurity and quarantine procedures
* Monitoring feed usage and assisting with stock inventory and production recordsAssisting with harvesting, processing and transport preparation activities
* Ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety procedures and environmental standards
* Maintaining accurate operational and production records
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within aquaculture and fisheries operations
Qualification & experience
* A relevant qualification in Aquaculture, Fisheries, Marine Science or a closely related field
* At least 12 months of relevant full time work experience in aquaculture, fisheries or aquatic operations
* Knowledge of aquatic animal husbandry, water quality monitoring and aquaculture systems
* Ability to work outdoors and undertake physically demanding tasks when required
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Commitment to workplace safety and environmental sustainability
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