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:

• 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 38 hours per week.
• Annual Salary: $73,000 AUD to $74,000 AUD per year plus additional mandatory super.

Only eligible and shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

• Flexible hours available
• 1 year of relevant work experience required for this role
• Working rights required for this role
• Expected start date for role: 01 August 2024
• Expected salary: $73,000 - $74,000 per year