Aquaculture Full Time Job in Australia

Job Position: Aquaculture Supervisor

Location: Ayr, Northern Queensland 4807, Australia

Employment type: Full Time

Salary: $85,000 – $141,000 Per Year + Superannuation

Aquaculture Supervisor Job Role:

• Overseeing and mentoring a team who performs a variety of moderate to complex technical tasks
• Managing and supervising the breeding, raising, and harvesting of prawn stock
• Managing and supervising the cultivation and harvesting of prawn stock
• Managing and supervising stock feeding and watering quality programs
• Supervising the operation and maintenance of specialized equipment and machinery used in aquaculture (as required)
• Supervising and managing the inspection and maintenance of farm infrastructure, including water supply systems and auto feeders
• Conducting aquaculture-specific safety drills
• Ensuring gear is rigged to correct specifications including legislated requirements
• Organizing and training technicians and workers
• Supervising work routines and day to day production operations
• Supervising, maintaining, and operating data collection and analysis and production technology systems
• Supervise the application of pesticides and other chemicals
• Identify pathogenic micro-organisms and insects, parasites, fungi, and weeds harmful to prawn stock, and assist in devising methods of control
• Examine environmental and other factors that influence the growth, health, and production of aquatic stock
• Analyse produce to set and maintain standards of quality
• Monitoring aquatic stock to gauge the effectiveness of feed formulae
• Provide technical advice on farming techniques and management and production processes
• Be familiar with the site-specific environmental responsibilities and management systems
• Ensure compliance with the site-specific Biosecurity Management Plan
• Assist with ensuring compliance of all employees and contractors to HSE and Biosecurity regulations
• Ensure team compliance with all organizational policies, legislative regulations, and statutory obligations at all times
• Ensure housekeeping of the work area is always managed to provide a safe and healthy environment
• Work collaboratively to reduce organizational ‘silos’ and ensure collaborative work practices

Requirements:

• Cert III + 2 years of experience OR Cert IV in Aquaculture or relevant discipline 
• Minimum one year of relevant full time work experience
• Current C Class Drivers Licence 
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work under pressure whilst achieving deadlines
• Strong computer skills
• Quality and outcomes driven
• Strong commitment to safe work practices
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Approachable and professional manner
• A positive, energetic, and determined mindset
• Collaborative and able to work with others to achieve a common goal
• Resilient and committed to working through obstacles to pursue organisational outcomes
• Well-organised and responsible with an aptitude in problem-solving and analytics
• Flexible approach to working hours and locations supported by your willingness to undertake shift and weekend work as required
• Excellent conflict resolution skills

We understand the importance of varied viewpoints and experiences.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace in which everyone feels appreciated and respected.

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