Hatchery Technician

Huon’s Millybrook Hatchery has an exciting career opportunity for a hardworking, self-motivated individual looking to join the Huon team. If you are located in northeast Tasmania, passionate about aquaculture and looking for a full-time position, this Hatchery Technician position is perfect for you.  

ABOUT THE ROLE

As part of a small hands-on team, you will play an integral part in supporting Millybrook Hatchery operations and maintaining the welfare of our fish to a high standard. You will:

• Undertake routine checks of the aquatic life support systems and report/remediate any adjustments required to maintain high standards of fish welfare.
• Conduct routine maintenance on all equipment and monitor water quality systems.
• Feed fish and conduct weight checks and fish sampling to monitor and screen fish performance.
• Vaccinate and grade the fish.
• Perform general assorted farm duties as required.

This opportunity is a full-time position, operating on a 7 day on, 7 day off roster. You are required to participate in regular paid overnight shifts.

ABOUT MILLYBROOK HATCHERY

Located in picturesque Upper Esk, 60 minutes west of St Helens or 60 minutes east of Launceston, the Millybrook Hatchery is one of Huon Aquaculture’s on growing sites that nurture fry and parr into smolt for transport to our open water cages.

ABOUT YOU

• You have a current and valid driver’s licence.
• You are enthusiastic and self-motivated with a positive attitude, willing to work in all environments and conditions.
• You are an excellent communicator with the ability to work effectively autonomously and within a small team.
• You have a keen eye for detail and a proactive focus on continually looking to improve processes.
• You have intermediate computer skills.

This is an entry level position, however the following is looked upon favourably:

• You ideally have a combination of practical fish husbandry experience and a qualification in Aquaculture or related field, or a basic understanding of fish biology and water chemistry.
• You have a current First Aid certificate.
• You have a current Confined Space/Working at Heights licence.

HUON BENEFITS

As part of the Huon family, you will receive:

• Discounted products.
• Discounted health insurance with selected providers.
• Free onsite parking.
• Employee Assistance Program.

ABOUT HUON AQUACULTURE

We employ over 1,000 talented individuals across Australia and are proudly recognised as a Tasmanian employer of choice with a strong focus on quality, innovation and providing career growth and opportunities for our people. It takes a rare kind to be the very best. At Huon, our people share this special quality. We strive for excellence in everything we do.

We are the only producer of RSPCA approved salmon, selling our Salmon globally and leading the way in innovative farming technologies.

IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU

Don’t delay! We run agile recruitment processes and will engage with suitable candidates as soon as we have reviewed applications. Applications close: Thursday 1 February 2024.

Preferred candidates are subject to a pre-employment health assessment.

If you would like further information, please contact the Talent team ******@huonaqua.com.au.

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