Hatchery Attendant

Huon Aquaculture Group Ltd

Forest Home, WI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Fish Farming, Leadership, Operational Support, Retail, Systems Maintenance, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Forest Home, WI
POSTED
30+ days ago

At Huon, were proud to be leaders in sustainable aquaculture - and right now, we have two exciting opportunities to join our Freshwater Operations team in the stunning Huon Valley.

Were recruiting for full-time Hatchery Attendants across two unique sites:

Our large, state-of-the-art freshwater facility in Judbury

Our original, nostalgic hatchery in Lonnavale

Both roles work a 7 days on / 7 days off roster- the ultimate lifestyle balance, giving you half the year off to enjoy Tasmania.

These sites are remote, so reliable transport is essential.

The Opportunity

This is a hands-on role where youll play a vital part in supporting hatchery operations and ensuring the health and welfare of our fish stock is maintained to the highest standard.

No two days are the same, and youll be part of a passionate team helping raise the next generation of premium Huon salmon.

What youll be doing

Feeding and caring for fish stock

Cleaning tanks and maintaining hatchery systems

Completing mort collection and flushing activities

Monitoring water quality and recording data accurately

Completing daily checklists and operational paperwork

Working both independently and collaboratively within the team

Communicating effectively with leaders and teammates

Maintaining a strong focus on safety, fish welfare, and site standards

About you

You might already have experience in aquaculture, farming, agriculture, animal care or fish husbandry - or maybe youre simply someone who enjoys practical outdoor work and wants to learn.

What matters most is your attitude, reliability, and willingness to be part of a hardworking team.

Youll bring:

An interest in aquaculture or fish husbandry

Strong time management and organisational skills

Attention to detail and pride in your work

A proactive mindset and willingness to learn

Commitment to safety and teamwork

Reliable transport to and from site

Why Huon?

As part of JBS, the worlds largest protein producer, Huon offers the scale, stability and opportunity of a global organisation while still feeling connected locally to Tasmania and the work you do every day.

When you join Huon, youll enjoy:

  • Discounts on our premium, sustainably farmed salmon enjoy the best salmon in the world at home
  • Ongoing training and development, with opportunities to grow your leadership capability and career
  • Discounted health insurance and access to wellbeing benefits
  • Retail and lifestyle discounts across a wide range of everyday shopping
  • The chance to make a real impact in a future-focused, values-driven business

Click Apply Now and follow the prompts we cant wait to meet you.

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Huon Aquaculture Group Ltd