Net Cleaner - Hideaway Bay

Huon Aquaculture; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted health insurance

Company products

Novated leases

Job summary

Huon Aquaculture in Dover is seeking a full-time, on-water maintenance role focused on cleaning, pre-start checks, and routine function tests for deck equipment between leases and daily operations. You will follow SOPs and biosecurity protocols to minimise disease transfer between fish populations.

You will promptly submit maintenance forms, work with other departments to optimise equipment affecting net cleaning, and communicate issues clearly with management and crew to uphold high standards

Qualifications

• Excellent time management and ability to learn new skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Able to adapt to changing environments.
• Excellent attention to detail and proactive improvement.
• Commitment to working safely and identifying risks.

Responsibilities

• Clean machines and equipment between leases and daily operations.
• Perform pre-start checks and function tests on deck equipment.
• Submit net cleaning control forms promptly to data entry.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimise equipment and report issues.

Job description

Job Description

Job no: 493753
Work type: Full Time
Location: Dover
Categories: On-water Marine Farm

The Role

• Perform thorough cleaning of machines and equipment between leases and daily operations. Follow all SOPs and biosecurity protocols to minimise disease transfer between fish populations
• Carry out pre-start checks and function tests on all machinery and deck equipment. Accurately complete maintenance request forms and ensure timely submission to management.
• Submit net cleaning control forms promptly to data entry and ensure all tasks are completed to a consistently high standard
• Work with other departments to optimise equipment affecting net cleaning (e.g., feed and ventilation systems). Communicate issues clearly and promptly with management and crew.

About you

• Strong time management skills and the willingness to learn new skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships within a team.
• Strong ability to adapt, deal with uncertainty, and remain calm in a changing environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive focus on continuous improvement.
• A commitment to working safely in a dynamic environment, identifying risks, and taking appropriate action.

Why Join Huon?

• Be part of a values-driven company shaping the future of sustainable aquaculture
• Enjoy discounted health insurance and company products
• Access to novated leases through our partners

Advertised: 27 Aug 2026 Tasmania Standard Time Applications close: