Hatchery & Water Quality Technician

Hatchery & Water Quality Technician

We are currently seeking a Hatchery & Water Quality Technician to support our seasonal operations in the day to day aiding in the delivery of the production plan. This is a split role and will involve working from June to October in Hatchery and November to May in Water Quality. 

We are looking for someone who is a strong team player and is focused on maintaining a culture of safety for themself and others.

Proserpine

Our prawn farm is located halfway between Airlie Beach and Bowen - a very stunning area. You’ll be working 12-hour shifts across a 2/2/3 roster (which means you have 7 days off over a fortnight!!) which means you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy everything the Whitsunday region has to offer!

What does the role involve?

Due to its split nature, the role responsibilities and conditions will change, but as an overview, you can expect to be responsible for the following at some point throughout the year:

Microalgae Growth and Maintenance

• Cultivate and monitor microalgae growth.
• Feed larvae and conduct assessments.
• Oversee broodstock breeding and performance, including water quality monitoring.

Water Quality Management

• Perform water quality sampling, testing, and analysis.
• Monitor and maintain our smart farming automated water quality monitoring system - the only system of its type in Australia's prawn farming industry.
• Conduct intensive microalgae observations using microscopes.
• Assist in water quality management of ponds.

Prawn Feeding

• Conduct routine feeding of prawns.

Prawn Health Management

• Perform routine overview and sampling of prawn health.
• Identify, diagnose, and escalate prawn health issues.
• Problem-solve health issues in a timely manner.

Equipment Disinfection and Maintenance

• Clean and calibrate health equipment and instruments to ensure quality, accuracy, and performance.

General Animal Husbandry

• Conduct routine overview of animal husbandry and health.
• Escalate potential issues in a timely manner.

What can you bring?

To succeed in this role, you need to be a fast learner, self-motivated, and a team player with a passion for hands-on work. Adaptability to a fast-paced environment and a commitment to safety (Zero Harm culture) are essential.

Requirements:

• Fast learner, willing to learn
• Aquaculture knowledge (desirable)
• Reliable, resilient, flexible
• Good communication skills
• Mathematical aptitude
• Ability to work independently, in a team, and under pressure
• Current driver’s license and ability to commute for shifts
• Prawn farming experience (highly desirable)
• Australian working rights and the ability to pass a pre-employment medical assessment.

What’s in it for you?

• 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!

Who are we?

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 safely. 

We encourage early applications as we review on a daily basis.

If you have any questions, please email Jeff at talent@tassal.com.au