Work
Deck Hand
Port Lincoln
Intro
We would love to hear from you if you are motivated, reliable and ready to embark on a new role with the largest producer of mussels in Australia.
Yumbah Aquaculture is quickly becoming Australia’s leading shellfish aquaculture company. The business operates nationally in some of the most pristine waters of Australia including Tasmania, Victoria, and South Australia. We farm abalone, oysters, and mussels for both domestic and international consumer markets as well as oyster spat for the Tasmanian and South Australian oyster industry. Yumbah is supportive of its people and believes in the future of the Aquaculture Industry as a key supplier of protein.
The business operates with the core values of integrity, daring and teamwork to underpin our decision making and how we work.
Job Description & Benefits
As a Mussel Farming Deckhand, you will play a crucial role in the daily operations of our mussel farm. No previous experienced required as you will have the opportunity to work under the supervision of the Skippers assisting in various tasks related to the cultivation, maintenance, and harvest of mussels.
What’s in it for you?
- A friendly and supportive environment – we work together to achieve our goals
- Excellent career opportunities
- The opportunity to join a growing business with national operations
- Life friendly hours, working Monday- Friday on day boats.
What You Can Bring to the Role
- Must have the right to work in Australia
- Can do attitude, willingness to learn new skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Reliable transport and a driver’s licence to get to work
- Previous experience in the Aquaculture industry a bonus but not a must
- Skipper or deckhand ticket
Next steps
If you’re interested in this unique career and lifestyle opportunity, please email Sam Helps sam.helps@yumbah.com.
Helping to build Australia’s Blue Economy by sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, better lives and healthy ocean ecosystems.