Deckhand – Mussel Farm: Marine Crew & Training

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 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.