Technician (Aquaculture)

4 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time
The Oppotunity

As our Technician (Aquaculture) in the Fisheries and Aquaculture RD&E team you will build a rewarding career and find impact you can see every day. You will be involved with all aspects of oyster hatchery production, and you will support the team to undertake a broad range of tasks.


Just imagine what you could achieve with us #DPIcareers #passionandpurpose



Responsibilities
  • Undertake all operational aspects of oyster hatchery production to a high standard, and maintain an exceptional level of hatchery hygiene.
  • Monitor oyster broodstock, spat and larvae health and assess the stage of gonadal development and reproductive maturation.
  • Undertake grading, sorting and larval density adjustments to determine optimal feeding requirements for maintaining optimal larval conditions.
  • Establish and maintain all stages of microalgae production in an axenic environment and monitor and assess algal quality.
  • Accurately plan to ensure that suitable strains and quantities of algae are produced before required and available as needed.
  • Undertake trials using existing and novel approaches to maximise spat settlement conditions and outcomes for a range of oyster species.


Qualifications

There are some qualifications that we see as essential. You must possess:

  • Minimum of a Diploma or Associate Diploma in Applied Science, Aquaculture, Fisheries Science or equivalent.


You Must Also Have
  • A current 'C' class drivers licence.


You will have a keen eye for detail, great time management and effective problem-solving skills. More than anything, you will have a positive attitude and make a great contribution to our close-knit and connected team.



Why work for us?

Learn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay.

  • Work with passion and purpose.
  • Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow.
  • Enjoy interesting, diverse work.
  • Follow your path wherever it leads.
  • Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive.
  • Be part of our one, diverse DPI.


Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.


www.daf.qld.gov.au/our-organisation/meet-our-people


Join us and help enrich Queensland's agricultural businesses.


Visit www.dpi.qld.gov.au to learn more about us and what we do.



Applications to remain current for 12 months.


Job Ad Reference: QLD/657721/25


Closing Date: Monday, 15 September 2025


Occupational group: Research

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