Aquaculture Specialist

1 month ago


Proserpine, Australia Tassal Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Hatchery & Prawn Health Technician to join our team at Tassal Group. As a key member of our aquaculture team, you will be responsible for ensuring the optimal health and quality of our prawns.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct routine health checks and sampling of prawns, including cast net sampling, tray sampling, and hatchery sampling.
  • Clean and calibrate health equipment and instruments to maximize quality, accuracy, and performance.
  • Identify, diagnose, escalate, and solve prawn health issues promptly.
  • Exercise good biosecurity practices and adhere to all biosecurity policies and procedures.
Requirements
  • Animal husbandry experience (preferred but not essential).
  • Ability to prioritize daily tasks.
  • Good time management skills.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Great communication skills.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Strong rapport-building abilities.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Some aquaculture experience preferred but not essential.
  • Capability to learn to throw a cast net.
  • Confidence in using an iPad.
What We Offer
  • Ongoing career development opportunities.
  • Amazing work / life balance.
  • Work with a great team.
  • Access to Maxxia Rewards – an online app where you can purchase discounted movie tickets, Red Balloon Vouchers, get discount at many entertainment venues and restaurants, plus more.
  • Access to Workplace, Health and Wellbeing Support for yourself and your family including but not limited to Personal Challenges, Mental Health, Grief, Separation or Financial challenges.
  • And of course, Deliciously Discounted Seafood.
About Us

Tassal Group is a leading aquaculture company that is passionate about producing high-quality seafood products. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing a safe and supportive work environment that allows our employees to grow and develop their careers.



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