Mussel Farming Deckhand (Pathway Role)

Overview

Step Up in Your Career - Mussel Farming Deck Hand (Pathway Role)

Great lifestyle opportunity

Port Lincoln, South Australia location

Yumbah Aquaculture is Australia's leading aquaculture company, proudly farming abalone, oysters, mussels and kingfish across South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and New South Wales. Guided by our values of integrity, daring and teamwork, we're building a sustainable future for premium seafood.

We're now offering an exciting opportunity for a leading deckhand or experienced mussel farming crew member ready to step up into a Skipper role with Yumbah Mussel Holdings - Australia's largest mussel farming operation, based in Port Lincoln. This vibrant coastal city is renowned for its stunning natural environment, excellent fishing, seafood culture and relaxed way of life.

If you're an experienced deckhand with leadership potential, we'll provide the training, mentoring and support you need to gain your skipper's qualifications. You'll grow your skills, earn recognised tickets and build a long-term career in a business that invests in its people.

About the Role

Working alongside an experienced team, you'll be hands-on in all aspects of mussel farming and vessel operations. You'll start by supporting farm site inspections, harvesting operations and boat handling, and as you grow into the role, progress to leading a small crew, safely navigating and operating mussel farming vessels and taking on full Skipper responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in operating and maintaining farm vessels across a range of conditions.
• Support harvesting operations, ensuring safe handling and transport of mussels.
• Help inspect farm sites, monitor growth and maintain infrastructure.
• Take on increasing responsibility for supervising and training crew.
• Develop skills to eventually take full control of vessel navigation and operation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and sustainable farming practices.

Qualifications / Experience

Why Yumbah?

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