Aquaculture Technician Assistant

Aquatic Network; Bukit Merah; On-site; MYR 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Paid leave

Employer provident fund contribution

Paid leave

Job summary

An international research organization is seeking an Aquaculture Worker in Bukit Merah, Malaysia. The role includes daily aquaculture husbandry tasks and requires knowledge in aquaculture and fish handling. Candidates should have a relevant diploma, be disciplined, and capable of working long hours. This position offers a structured 2-year contract with comprehensive benefits including insurance and paid leave, with the possibility for extension based on performance.

Qualifications

• Strong sense of discipline and responsibility.
• Knowledge and practical experience in aquaculture, particularly pond systems.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and communicate effectively.
• Experience with pond systems.
• Experience in fish handling, including identification, reproduction, hatchery technologies, harvesting, and data recording.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily aquaculture husbandry operations.
• Assist with pond infrastructure maintenance.
• Perform general site and facility maintenance.
• Perform general site maintenance and organize tools and spaces.
• Report abnormalities in fish health or water quality to supervisors.
• Follow safety and biosecurity protocols and use PPE.
• Support site activities and demonstrations as required.

Skills

Aquaculture knowledge

Fish handling

Team player

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Diploma or equivalent in aquaculture or related field

Job description

WorldFish is an international research organization working to transform aquatic food systems to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. It collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to co‑develop and deliver scientific innovations, evidence for policy and knowledge to enable equitable and inclusive impact for millions who depend on fish and other aquatic foods for their livelihoods and nutrition. Our work in countries advances progress on multiple 2030 Sustainable Development Goals through science and innovation, with a vision of healthy people, healthy planet and shared prosperity

About the Position

Under the guidance of the Operations and Laboratory Manager and/or designated Research Analyst, the Aquaculture Worker performs routine aquaculture husbandry, site maintenance and facility support activities to help maintain the Genetically Improved Farmed Tilapia (GIFT) fish population at WorldFish’s external backup site. The position follows detailed instructions to carry out feeding, cleaning, and simple monitoring duties and ensures compliance with basic safety and biosecurity procedures. The incumbent may also assist in broodstock management, spawning, and other aquaculture‑related tasks, and occasionally support research activities at the Aquaculture Research Centre (ARC) as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily aquaculture husbandry operations, including feeding, basic water quality monitoring, and fish handling.
• Assist in setting up, monitoring, and maintaining routine aquaculture systems and pond infrastructure.
• Operates small machinery for site‑related duties and performs basic maintenance or fixes on minor equipment and supplies to ensure uninterrupted daily operations.
• Perform general site and facility maintenance, including cleaning, vegetation control, basic piping and equipment checks, and organization of tools and workspaces.
• Support site activities, including visits and demonstrations, when required.
• Follows clear and detailed instructions provided by the Operations and Laboratory Manager and/or designated Research Analyst. Seeks clarification when required and requests appropriate tools and materials to perform assigned husbandry and site maintenance tasks.
• Promptly identify and report any abnormalities in fish health, water quality, or equipment to supervisors
• Comply with all biosecurity, health, safety, and operational protocols, including proper use of PPE, to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Requirements

• Diploma or equivalent in aquaculture or related field.
• Strong sense of discipline, self‑discipline and responsibility.
• Knowledge and experience in aquaculture and fishery.
• Practical experiences of aquaculture particularly pond system.
• Practical experiences of fish handling, including fish identification, fish reproduction, hatchery technologies, fish harvesting, and data recording.
• Ability and willingness to work for long hours, especially during fish breeding period.
• Ability and willingness to work outside office hours (during weekends, holidays, etc.) when required.
• Follow strictly assigned working hours and rules.
• Able to communicate effectively in writing and at a basic conversational level in English.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Additional Position Highlights
• Work outside office hours when required.
• Capable of handling physically demanding tasks.
• This position requires the candidate to stay in organization‑provided on‑site accommodation (staff’s use only with basic furnishings provided) for the duration of the contract.

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position and WorldFish offers a competitive remuneration package including comprehensive benefits (but not limited to) insurance coverage for staff and eligible dependents, employer provident fund contribution, paid leave, and others. The duration of the contract will initially be for a two (02) year's period with possibility for extension, depending on funding and performance.

How to Apply

Your application must include:

• A copy of your curriculum vitae
• A cover letter which addresses key requirements stated above; and
• Contact information of three professional referees who may be contacted if you are short‑listed for the position.

To be considered, applications must be submitted by no later than 23:59 (MYT), 15 January 2026. More information about the Aquaculture Technician Assistant position.