September 25, 2024

Salmon Enterprises of Tasmania

Wayatinah

FULL TIME

Aquaculture Production Manager

SALTAS (Salmon Enterprises of Tasmania Pty Limited) description
We are a registered Research Service Provider specialising in facilitating selective breeding services for the Tasmanian salmon farming industry through our Selective Breeding Program (SBP - https://saltas.com.au/selective-breeding-program/).
Our hatchery's mission is to produce the highest quality salmon smolt and eyed eggs, and to run an internationally recognised and award-winning selective breeding program to produce healthier, better-growing fish. We are passionate about environmental and economic sustainability, and we are committed to maintaining high standards of animal welfare.
Currently we have the following vacancy at our organisation:
Aquaculture Production Manager
Full Time (38 hours)
Tasmania - 289 Wayatinah Road and 675 Florentine Road, Wayatinah
POSITION REQUIREMENTS, DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The available position is for Aquaculture Production Manager
This is a senior position reporting to the General Manager, and pivotal to the ongoing success of our diversified business.
You will be part of the management team overseeing all stages of freshwater production of Atlantic salmon.
Your specific focus would be on all aspects of broodstock and smolt production at our two commercial hatchery sites in central Tasmania.
You will be required to lead a team of 12 to 15 staff to achieve key production outcomes set in consultation with the General Manager and Hatchery Manager.
You will be leading daily planning of tasks within RAS and flow-through production systems to ensure optimal operation, as well as ensuring the upkeep of various plant equipment within SALTAS’s biosecurity and WHS framework.
A high level of competency and knowledge of the components of a modern RAS systems would be beneficial.
Comprehensive training will be provided as needed towards achieving mastery over each system.
Working with rest of management group on stock flows and production planning.

ABOUT YOU
Given the responsibility that comes with this position, the ideal candidates will have at least 5 years experience in a similar role. You will be looking for a new challenge to make a real difference in the growing Tasmanian Salmon Industry. The position requires excellent planning, people and communication skills, organisational discipline and technical mastery.
You will be:

Reliable & responsible with a strong work ethic
Highly self-motivated and disciplined
Enthusiastic, passionate about fish and a positive can-do attitude
Team player with proven excellence in people management skills
Embrace working in a open, transparent
Ability to motivate and develop your teams
Able to work and respond calmly and professionally under pressure
A good problem-solver who has a strong attention to detail.
Ability to adapt to fast-paced changing conditions of our operations
Adherence to WHS policies to create a safe work environment for yourself and your team
Happy to work in a wide variety of conditions, including cold winters, warm summers, and humid indoor environments
Respect for nature and the animals in our care
Previous proven experience in managing teams in a large scale commercial aquaculture hatchery environment will be advantageous

This is a full-time position. Due to the remote location of the main operational sites, flexible working arrangements will be considered including options to work some days remotely from our Kingborough-based office.
Other benefits include a fully maintained company vehicle, relocation assistance if required, and shared company accommodation when staying overnight in Wayatinah.
Other - everchanging environment
We operate in an everchanging environment and as a result you may be required to perform duties which are not normally associated with your position but that are not outside your ability.
Qualification Requirements:
Diploma in Aquaculture or higher
Other:
· Valid Driver’s Licence
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person