Hatchery Assistant

Kingfish Company; Goes; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kingfish Company operates a modern hatchery where production begins with hands-on care for broodstock, eggs, and live feeds to raise juvenile Yellowtail Kingfish. This role emphasizes practical work, teamwork, and meticulous hygiene in a thriving sustainable aquaculture setting.

Ideal candidates are hands-on, detail oriented, and eager to learn, with basic English or Dutch. Weekend availability is appreciated, with a stable position in a growing industry.

Qualifications

• Affinity with animals, aquaculture, or biology.
• Hands-on, practical, and detail-oriented.
• Strong sense of responsibility for hygiene and quality.
• Team player who supports colleagues.
• Willing to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Feed and care for broodstock.
• Perform egg collection and disinfection.
• Culture live feed (Artemia).
• Support larval and juvenile fish production.
• Carry out grading, movement, and handling of fish.
• Clean and prepare tanks, rooms, and equipment.
• Maintain strict hygiene and biosecurity standards.
• Record production data (egg counts, fish numbers, water parameters).
• Observe and report fish health and performance.
• Assist supervisors with daily hatchery operations.

Skills

Animal affinity

Hands-on

Detail-oriented

Team player

Job description

Work Across the Full Hatchery Process

At The Kingfish Company, our hatchery is where production begins. As a Hatchery Assistant I, you will play a key role in the early life cycle of our Yellowtail Kingfish. You will perform hands‑on work across broodstock care, egg handling, live feed production, and juvenile fish rearing. This is a practical and varied position, ideal for someone who enjoys working with living systems, values teamwork, and pays close attention to detail.

What You’ll Do

• Feed and care for broodstock
• Perform egg collection and disinfection
• Culture live feed (Artemia)
• Support larval and juvenile fish production
• Carry out grading, movement, and handling of fish
• Clean and prepare tanks, rooms, and equipment
• Maintain strict hygiene and biosecurity standards
• Record production data (egg counts, fish numbers, water parameters)
• Observe and report fish health and performance
• Assist supervisors with daily hatchery operations

Who You Are

• Affinity with animals, aquaculture, or biology
• Hands‑on, practical, and detail‑oriented
• Strong sense of responsibility for hygiene and quality
• Team player who supports colleagues
• Eager to learn and develop new skills
• Able to follow procedures and work under supervision
• Basic understanding of English and/or Dutch
• Experience not required - motivation is key
• Willing to work occasional weekends

What We Offer

• A varied role across the full hatchery process
• Hands‑on experience in a modern aquaculture facility
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive, team‑oriented work environment
• Stable position in a growing sustainable industry

About The Kingfish Company

The Kingfish Company is a leader in sustainable land‑based aquaculture, specializing in premium Yellowtail Kingfish. We focus on innovation, fish welfare, and environmental responsibility.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.