At Tassal Group, we are dedicated to "Sustainably Feeding Tomorrow."
With over 35 years of aquaculture experience, we focus on providing healthy, sustainable, and nutritious food, including salmon, prawn, and barramundi. We are committed to producing accessible food, supporting communities, and delivering strong economic results, all while prioritising sustainability to ensure a prosperous, healthy planet for future generations.
The role:
We are seeking a Farm Technician for immediate start at our Mission Beach Prawn Farm. This is a full-time seasonal max-term position, perfect for those who enjoy hands-on outdoor work and being part of a team that produces high-quality, sustainable prawns.
Reporting to the Farm Manager, you'll play a key role in daily operations—monitoring prawn health, maintaining water quality, and ensuring smooth farm activities. If you're hardworking, adaptable, and safety-focused, this could be the perfect opportunity to launch or grow your career in aquaculture.
Responsibilities:
* Assist with daily farm operations, includingpond remediation, feeding, aeration, and water quality monitoring.
* Supportprawn health assessmentsand biosecurity practices to ensure optimal growth conditions.
* Maintain accurate farm records usingiPads and digital systems.
* Operate farm equipment (training provided; prior experience advantageous).
* Followfood safety, environmental, and workplace safety protocols.
* Work acrossday, afternoon, night shifts, and weekendsas per roster.
Role requirements:
* Not shy ofphysical work—able to work inhot, humid, and wet environments(including entering ponds when required).
* Strongobservational skillswith great attention to detail.
* Self-motivated, reliable, and adaptable tovarying shift work.
* Hold adriver's licenceand have reliable transport to site.
* Comfortable usingiPads for digital record-keeping.
* Forklift/backhoe/excavator/truck licences(advantageous but not essential).
* Tertiary qualifications in Aquaculture(a bonus, but not mandatory).
* Ateam playerwith a passion for hands-on work and acommitment to safety(Zero Harm culture).
* Full working rights in Australia.
Role offerings:
* Work with a supportive, passionate, and collaborative team.
* Huge potential for career development and progression.
* Access to Maxxia Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Rewards programme.
* Workplace health and wellbeing support for you and your family.
Company culture:
Our people each contribute in different ways, embracing our business values and harnessing our can do – safely culture with purpose and intent. Our shared values are an essential part of our business culture, they define us. They underpin and guide our commitment, attitude, how we work and the quality of our products. We are passionate, we achieve together, we own it and we can do it safely.
We encourage early applications as we review on a daily basis.
If you have any questions, please email Jeff atTalent@tassal.com.au
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