Operations Controller Oyster Farm

Tawteen; Muscat; On-site; OMR 9,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Tawteen in Oman is seeking a veteran Oyster Farm Supervisor to lead daily offshore operations. You will act as operational lead on site when the farm manager is away and supervise crews, boats, and packing support at Masirah when needed.

You will monitor environmental conditions, conduct oyster sampling, and ensure stock growth, handling and safety standards while coordinating logistics and data reporting on site.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in oyster farming operations.
• Experience operating and supervising offshore aquaculture activities.
• Strong boat handling and navigation experience.
• Ability to conduct oyster sampling and stock monitoring.
• Experience handling oysters in warm marine environments.
• Ability to supervise operational teams and coordinate daily tasks.
• Good operational planning and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily oyster farm operations and offshore activities.
• Act as the operational lead at the farm site when the farm manager is not present.
• Coordinate and supervise farm workers and boat operations.
• Conduct oyster sampling and monitor stock condition and growth.
• Ensure proper handling, grading and movement of oysters.
• Oversee maintenance and safe operation of farm boats and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with operational procedures and safety standards.
• Monitor environmental conditions affecting farm operations.
• Support harvest planning and operational logistics.
• Assist with data collection, operational reporting and site records.

Skills

Oyster farming operations

Offshore aquaculture supervision

Boat handling and navigation

Oyster sampling

Stock monitoring

Team supervision

Operational planning

Problem solving

Safety procedures

English fluency

Education

High school diploma

Boat captain license

Marine navigation certification

Safety at sea certification

Tools

Workboats operation

Sampling equipment

Offshore farm equipment

Job description

• Supervise daily oyster farm operations and offshore activities
• Act as the operational lead at the farm site when the farm manager is not present
• Coordinate and supervise farm workers and boat operations
• Conduct oyster sampling and monitor stock condition and growth
• Ensure proper handling grading and movement of oysters
• Oversee maintenance and safe operation of farm boats and equipment
• Ensure compliance with operational procedures and safety standards
• Monitor environmental conditions affecting farm operations
• Support harvest planning and operational logistics
• Support packing when it takes place in Masirah
• Assist with data collection operational reporting and site records
• Required Technical Skills & Hands-on Experience Practical experience in oyster farming operations (required). Experience operating and supervising offshore aquaculture activities (required). Strong boat handling and navigation experience (required). Ability to conduct oyster sampling and stock monitoring. Experience handling oysters in warm marine environments (required). Ability to supervise operational teams and coordinate daily tasks (required). Good operational planning and problem-solving skills.
• Minimum Education / Certifications / Licenses : High school or above (preferred). Valid boat captain license or marine navigation certification (preferred). Basic safety-at-sea certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience Requirements : Minimum 3 year s experience as a boat captain (preferred). Minimum 3 year s experience in oyster farming (preferred). Minimum 3 year s experience in offshore operations. Demonstrated team leadership experience, particularly in boat or offshore operational environments (preferred).
• Language Requirement Fluent in English (spoken and basic written skills).
• Site / Equipment Expertise Experience working on workboats and offshore farm equipment. Familiarity with oyster farming systems, baskets, lines, and sampling procedures. Ability to work in remote offshore farm environments and manage operational activities on-site.