Farm Attendant - On Water Maintenance

Huon Aquaculture; Hobart; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership discounts

Private health insurance discounts

Staff discounts on Huon products

Certificate III in Aquaculture

Job summary

Huon Aquaculture's Storm Bay operations is seeking an enthusiastic On Water Maintenance crew member to join the 7-days-on, 7-days-off roster. You will work with the Hobart-based Control Room to keep feeding and monitoring systems operating safely and efficiently across our marine farming sites.

Responsibilities include maintaining feed-related equipment, monitoring fish behaviour, responding to Control Room requests, and supporting site maintenance and boat upkeep.

Qualifications

• Experience working on the water is advantageous.
• Marine tickets or qualifications are highly regarded but not essential.
• Strong teamwork and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Maintain feed-related equipment, including cameras and winches.
• Monitor fish behaviour and report predator activity.
• Respond to requests from the Control Room.
• Support general lease maintenance and site monitoring activities.
• Assist with the upkeep and presentation of feed boats and feed barges.
• Contribute to a safe, productive, and efficient operation on the water.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Continuous improvement

Willingness to learn

Tools

Crew boats handling

Job description

Job no: 493854
Work type: Full Time
Location: Storm Bay Region
Categories: On-water Marine Farm

Join Our on Water Maintenance Team

Love being out on the water and looking for a role that offers both challenge and work-life balance? The On Water Maintenance team at Huon Aquaculture's Storm Bay operations is looking for a new team member to join us on a 7-days-on, 7-days-off roster.

About the Role

As a valued member of our On Water Maintenance crew, you'll work closely with our Hobart based Control Room to ensure our feeding and monitoring systems operate safely and efficiently across our marine farming sites.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining feed-related equipment, including cameras and winches.
• Monitoring fish behaviour and reporting predator activity.
• Responding to requests from the Control Room.
• Supporting general lease maintenance and site monitoring activities.
• Assisting with the upkeep and presentation of feed boats and feed barges.
• Contributing to a safe, productive, and efficient operation on the water.

About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in their work, and is eager to learn.

You'll bring:

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• The ability to adapt and remain calm in a dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Experience working on the water and relevant marine tickets or qualifications are highly regarded but not essential.

Why Join Huon?

When you join the Huon family, you'll enjoy:

• Comprehensive training and support.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The chance to gain nationally recognised aquaculture and marine qualifications.
• Discounted gym memberships through our partners.
• Discounted private health insurance.
• you'll have the opportunity to complete a Certificate III in Aquaculture, including gaining your Coxswain qualification
• Staff discounts on Huon products.
• Access to novated leasing options.

Advertised: 14 Oct 2026 Tasmania Daylight Time
Applications close: