Hatchery Technician: Hands-On Aquaculture + Training

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

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.