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
•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 farming activities, including oyster loading, unloading, grading, packing and lease lines adjusting.
•Operate boats and forklifts, 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 detailed and organized records of aquaculture activities, inventory and sales, including record keeping using miShell.
•Quality control for oysters, including inspecting oysters for size, shape, temperature, and overall quality to meet market standards.
•Carry out general housekeeping, conduct regular inspections to identify and address any cleaning or maintenance needs.
•Ensure the availability of packaging and cleaning supplies, reorder when needed.
•Develop and implement Return to Work programs and policies in accordance with legal and company guidelines.
•Conduct regular safety assessments and make recommendations for workplace safety improvements.
•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:
•Minimum 2 years of experience in aquaculture or a related field preferred.
•Previous experience with SED vision grader & water grader would be advantageous.
•Previous experience with miShell would be advantageous.
•Mandarin 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.
•Annual Salary: $70,000 AUD per year plus additional mandatory super.
Only eligible and shortlisted applicants will be contacted.