Head of Freshwater Operations

1 day ago

Hobart, Australia Huon Aquaculture Full time

**Job no**: 493505
**Work type**: Full Time
**Location**: Hobart
**Categories**: Freshwater (Hatchery)

**Head of Fresh Water operations**

Fulltime opportunity, Across our Fresh Water Sites

Lead innovation, performance, and sustainability in freshwater aquaculture.

Are you a strategic leader with deep expertise in Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS)? Do you have a passion for driving operational excellence while ensuring fish welfare, environmental stewardship, and team development? We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Freshwater Operations to lead our freshwater aquaculture function across multiple sites.

**About the Role**

Reporting to the General Manager of aquaculture, you will lead our freshwater sites and teams to deliver sustainable performance in line with Huon’s values and strategic priorities. You will champion a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement, while ensuring fish health, quality, and biosecurity remain at the core of our operations.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Drive freshwater site performance with a focus on fish health, welfare, and growth.
- Set and manage operational budgets, KPI’s, and capital allocation.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to proactively identify and address challenges.
- Provide technical leadership on freshwater strategy and systems performance.
- Develop site managers and succession plans through coaching, mentoring and leadership.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, regulatory, and safety obligations.
- Represent Huon in industry forums, committees, and regulatory engagement.
- Prepare high quality reporting for executive leadership.

**What you will bring**
- Tertiary qualifications in Science, Aquaculture, and Business are desirable, or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience and technical expertise in Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS).
- Demonstrated leadership in complex, large scale operations.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and problem-solving capabilities.
- Commercial mindset with a hands-on pragmatic approach.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and reporting systems.
- A proactive attitude toward innovation, safety, and professional growth.

**Why join us**

Be part of a team leading the way in responsible, sustainable aquaculture. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the future of aquaculture in Australia while working with a passionate team.

**Ready to dive in?**

**Advertised**: 06 Jun 2025 Tasmania Standard Time
**Applications close**: 02 Jul 2025 Tasmania Standard Time

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