On-Water Maintenance Technician – Marine Farm Ops

Huon Aqua; Hobart; Remote; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted gym memberships

Discounted private health insurance

Staff discounts on Huon products

Novated leasing options

Certificate III in Aquaculture pathway

Job summary

Huon Aquaculture is seeking a motivated team member for the On Water Maintenance crew based at Hideaway Bay, Dover, Tasmania. You will work with the Hobart-based Control Room to ensure feeding and monitoring systems operate safely and efficiently across marine farming sites.

Expect a mix of hands-on maintenance, vessel-based work, problem-solving, and team collaboration to keep operations running smoothly. Prior water experience and marine tickets are valued but training is provided.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• 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.
• Previous experience working on the water and relevant marine tickets or qualifications are highly regarded but not essential. We provide training and development opportunities for the right person.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Safety minded

Problem solving

Job description

Huon Aquaculture is seeking a motivated team member for the On Water Maintenance crew based at Hideaway Bay, Dover, Tasmania. You will work with the Hobart-based Control Room to ensure feeding and monitoring systems operate safely and efficiently across marine farming sites.

Expect a mix of hands-on maintenance, vessel-based work, problem-solving, and team collaboration to keep operations running smoothly. Prior water experience and marine tickets are valued but training is provided.