Aquaculture Feeder

Petuna is seeking an Aquaculture Feederto join the team at our Aquaculture Farm located in Macquarie Harbour at Strahan, Tasmania.

Petuna

Petuna has evolved from a highly successful fishing operation founded by Peter and Una Rockliff in 1949 into a leading aquaculture company that grows, harvests and processes premium salmonids, for sale to wholesale and retail markets. With operations including a state-of-the-art hatchery in Cressy, two expansive aquaculture farms in Macquarie Harbour and Rowella, and a cutting-edge production processing plant in Devonport, you'll be at the forefront of our commitment to excellence.

At Petuna, we value our employees as essential contributors to our continued success. When you join our team, you become part of a community that embraces innovation, sustainability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

If you're passionate about aquaculture, seek a dynamic work environment, and want to be part of a company with a rich history and an exciting future, Petuna welcomes you to explore career opportunities with us.

Feeder Team

Petuna is seeking an Aquaculture Feederto join our fish feed team on a full-time basis. This position is situated at our Aquaculture Farm at Strahan, Tasmania.

The successful candidate will join a highly motivated and professional team. The roster pattern will comprise of 8 days on shift and 6 full days off per fortnight. Drive in and drive out arrangements are suitable. Locals living on the West Coast are also encouraged to apply.

Duties

Reporting to the Feed Manager, key duties and responsibilities for the role include:

• Feeding Atlantic Salmon and Trout to achieve premium health and growth targets.
• Compliance with all safety procedures and protocols.
• Be an effective part of a team with a strong work ethic.
• Understand and follow all feed strategies, procedures and protocols.
• Undertake necessary environmental and feed quality monitoring as directed.
• Assist with fish intakes and weight checks.
• Correctly record and collate daily farm data and reports.
• Perform general farm hand duties as required.
• Monitor environmental parameters.

Qualifications Required

• Cert III in Aquaculture or previous experience in fish feeding, husbandry or fish health will be highly regarded.
• A forklift licence, coxswains and/or first aid certificate will be highly regarded.
• Be physically fit, capable for labour work and committed to working outdoors.
• Demonstrates strong commitment to safety for self and fellow team members.
• Have a can-do attitude and take pride in completing tasks to a high standard.
• Current Right to work in Australia.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and current resume. If you are on a working visa, please also provide a current VEVO.

For further information or questions, please send an email to ************@petuna.com.