Aquaculture Farmhand - Quality Control

Pristine Oyster Farm on the Eyre Peninsula, South Australia, is seeking a dedicated full-time Aquaculture Farmhand(Quality Control) to oversee the entire oyster production process, from spat to full growth.

Qualifications required:

• Current Australian Coxswain Grade 3 or higher
• Current Australian Forklift License
• Current Australian Driver’s License
• Current First Aid Certificate with CPR
• Food Hygiene Certificate
• Return to work coordinator certification preferred.

Responsibilities:

·General oyster husbandry and farming activities, including oyster loading, unloading, grading, packing, lease line adjustments, stocking, handling, and routine care of oyster stocks.

·Operate boats and forklifts safely, perform basic maintenance and refuel when required.

·Operating SED grading equipment, preparation of product for export and domestic market, as well as basic maintenance duties.

·Generate accurate and timely reports on water quality assessments to ensure the optimal conditions for our oysters.

·Maintain accurate, detailed and organised records of aquaculture operations, stock movements, inventory, production and sales.

·Monitor oyster growth, condition, and mortality rates, reporting any issues or abnormalities to management.

·Perform quality control for oysters, including inspecting oysters for size, shape, temperature, and overall quality to meet market standards.

·Follow and implement biosecurity procedures to maintain oyster health, prevent disease, and ensure farm hygiene standards.

·Ensure the availability of packaging and cleaning supplies, reorder when needed.

·Assist with workplace safety assessments and recommend improvements.

·Assist with Return to Work coordination and related administrative requirements.

·Maintain general housekeeping and conduct regular workplace inspections to identify cleaning, maintenance and safety requirements.

·Assist in administrative tasks related to export documentation and compliance.

·Facilitate engagement with prospective clients in the Asian market and participate in industry-specific trade shows to enhance our capacity for effective communication with our Asian clientele.

Skills required:

• 3 years of experience in aquaculture or a related field.
• Previous experience with SED vision grader & water grader would be advantageous.
• Mandarin/Cantonese Speaking would be advantageous.
• Ability to work in outdoor and aquatic environments.
• Strong physical fitness and ability to perform manual labour.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Working rights in Australia.

Additional Details:

• Position Type: Full-time (38 hours per week).
• Annual Salary: $76,000 AUD to $77,000 per year plus additional mandatory super.

Only eligible and shortlisted applicants will be contacted.