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 or higher
- 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 husbandry and farming activities, including oyster loading, unloading, grading, packing, lease line adjustments, stocking, handling, and routine care of oyster stocks.
- Operate boats and forklifts safely, 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 accurate, detailed and organised records of aquaculture operations, stock movements, inventory, production and sales.
- Monitor oyster growth, condition, and mortality rates, reporting any issues or abnormalities to management.
- Perform quality control for oysters, including inspecting oysters for size, shape, temperature, and overall quality to meet market standards.




- Follow and implement biosecurity procedures to maintain oyster health, prevent disease, and ensure farm hygiene standards.
- Ensure the availability of packaging and cleaning supplies, reorder when needed.
- Assist with workplace safety assessments and recommend improvements.
- Assist with Return to Work coordination and related administrative requirements.
- Maintain general housekeeping and conduct regular workplace inspections to identify cleaning, maintenance and safety requirements.
- 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:

- 3 years of experience in aquaculture or a related field.
- Previous experience with SED vision grader & water grader would be advantageous.
- Mandarin/Cantonese 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: $76,000 AUD to $77,000 per year plus additional mandatory super.

Only eligible and shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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📌 Aquaculture Farmhand - Quality Control (Frankston South)
🏢 PRISTINE OYSTER FARM
📍 Frankston South