Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Fish Health Manager to oversee the health, welfare, and biosecurity of fish populations across the Southern region. This is an exciting career opportunity for an individual with a background in fish health or performance!
The role
The Fish Health Manager is a crucial position that will take a proactive approach leading surveillance and investigative activities alongside the Fish Health Technicians. Responsibilities will include:
- Monitoring fish health and disease status through daily reviews of mortality trends, feed behaviour and gill check results.
- Investigating instances of elevated mortality, unusual fish behaviour, and classification errors, ensuring full investigations of Mortality Notifications and implementing management strategies.
- Developing and executing a weekly Gill Check Plan and participating in Bath Planning Meetings to minimise AGD impacts on fish welfare.
- Upholding Huon's Veterinary Health Plan by ensuring compliance, training, and reporting non-compliance issues
- Performing routine algae and jellyfish sampling, tracking environmental trends, and advising on jellyfish mitigation strategies
- Collaborating with Sustainability, IT, and Fish Performance teams to improve fish health monitoring and data reporting.
About you
With a strong background in fish health, performance, or related sciences, your expertise includes:
- Tertiary qualifications in science or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
- A strong understanding of fish biology, water chemistry, and production cycles.
- Proven ability to manage small teams and projects to achieve key outcomes.
- A positive work ethic, effective written and verbal communication, and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Full proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
Huon benefits
- Discounted gym membership with our partners.
- Discounted health insurance with our partners.
- Discounted products.
- Access to novated leases through our partners.
- The opportunity to develop professionally and progress your career.
Apply now
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Applications will close by 9am Tuesday, 27 May 2025.
If you would like further information, please contact the Talent team talent@huonaqua.com.au.