Deckhand - Mussel Farm

Yumbah; Mornington; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Collaborative environment

Career development

Job summary

Yumbah is Australia’s leading aquaculture company and is seeking a deckhand for its mussel farm on the Mornington Peninsula. You will support cultivation, maintenance and harvest activities under skipper supervision, with a focus on safety and teamwork.

Applicants should have deckhand experience, mussel farming knowledge preferred, and be physically fit. A valid driver’s license and reliable transport are required, with unrestricted AU work rights.

Qualifications

• Deckhand experience on a mussel/farm is essential.
• Mussel farming experience is preferred but not essential.
• Must be physically fit and able to work in all weather.
• Ability to work safely in a marine farming environment.
• Reliable, team-focused with a can-do attitude.
• Current Driver’s Licence and reliable transport to site.
• Unrestricted work rights within Australia.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cultivation, maintenance and harvest of mussels.
• Work under the supervision of Skippers on the mussel farm.
• Support daily operations and contribute to safe work practices.
• Perform tasks with attention to detail in a marine environment.

Skills

Deckhand experience

Mussel farming experience

Physically fit

Safe marine work

Team player

Can-do attitude

Driver's license

Reliable transport

Unrestricted work rights (AU)

Job description

Yumbah is Australia’s leading aquaculture company, proudly farming abalone, oysters, mussels and kingfish across South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and New South Wales. Driven by our core values of integrity, daring and teamwork, we are committed to supporting our people and delivering a sustainable source of premium seafood protein to our customers.

Yumbah Sea Farms, proudly part of the Yumbah Aquaculture, operates on the Mornington Peninsula and is known for its high-quality, sustainably farmed mussels.

About the Role

As a valued crew member, you will play a key role in the daily operations of our mussel farm located at Mornington. You’ll have the opportunity to work under the supervision of the Skippers and assist with various tasks related to the cultivation, maintenance, and harvest of mussels.Previous deckhand experience is required, together with an eye for detail, a good level of physical fitness and the ability to work safely in a marine environment.

We would love to hear from you if you are motivated, reliable and ready to embark on a new role with the largest producer of mussels in Australia.

Qualifications/Experience

• Deckhand experience and knowledge of knot tying required.
• Mussel farming experience preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work safely in a marine farming environment.
• Physically fit, adaptable and ready to work in all weather conditions.
• Can do attitude and ability to work as part of a team.
• Current Driver’s Licence and reliable transport to get to work.
• Unrestricted work rights within Australia.

Why Yumbah?

• Join Australia's leading aquaculture company providing genuine and rewarding employee benefits.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your contribution matters.
• Training and development to support your career growth.