If you're someone who loves the technical side of aquaculture and takes pride in producing the best possible biological outcomes, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.
We're looking for a Senior Hatchery Technician - Incubation to lead our incubation operations at Rookwood Hatchery. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll oversee egg incubation and hatching, lead a small team and play a critical part in producing high‑quality fry that support our freshwater production program.
This is a role for someone who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems, improving processes and leading from the front.
What you'll be doing
No two days are exactly the same, but you'll spend your time:
- Leading the day-to-day operation of our incubation systems
- Coordinating the receipt, incubation and hatching of egg batches throughout the season
- Monitoring water quality, hatch rates, fry quality and system performance
- Maintaining exceptional fish welfare, biosecurity and housekeeping standards
- Coaching and supporting a small team to deliver strong production outcomes
- Troubleshooting equipment and working closely with maintenance teams to keep systems running smoothly
- Collecting and reporting biological and production data
- Identifying opportunities to improve quality, efficiency and performance across the hatchery
What you'll bring
You'll be a practical leader who enjoys working in a production environment and isn't afraid to roll up your sleeves when needed.
We're looking for someone with:
- Experience working in aquaculture, hatcheries, agriculture, food production or a similar environment
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
- Excellent organisation and problem-solver>
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Senior Hatchery Technician - Incubation employer: Tassal
Tassal is an exceptional employer that values autonomy and flexibility, offering a hybrid work model that allows you to balance your professional and personal life while working from beautiful locations like Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, or the Gold Coast. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to lead a small team and drive significant business outcomes in the seafood industry, all within a supportive and dynamic work culture that encourages innovation and collaboration.
