Fishing & Aquaculture (Farming, Animals & Conservation)Full time$55,000-65,000/year for a 37.5 hour weekWe have an opportunity for two passionate aquaculture technicians to join the Finfish team based at our Cawthron Aquaculture Park, assisting with our research programmes and commercial trials. One of the positions will be permanent full-time (37.5 hours/week), with the other fixed-term full-time (until the end of 2025).About the rolesThe roles will involve a range of work such as general animal husbandry, recirculating aquaculture systems maintenance, cleaning, and experimental setup. Tasks may also include assisting with fish assessments, data and sample collection, and helping in the laboratory performing water quality, sample analyses, and fish necropsies.Day of work will be as per a rotating roster, thus suitable candidates need to be available to work weekends, as rostered, and once fully trained, be on an on-call roster.About youWe're looking for candidates with excellent observational and communication skills, and be a team player with excellent communication and an eye-for-detail. You will also ideally have:A Bachelors degree in Aquaculture, or other closely-aligned tertiary qualificationAt least 2 years' experience in fish husbandry or related workExperience in, and/or an understanding of the operation of recirculating or land-based aquaculture systemsExperience in data collection and a demonstrated understanding of fish performance measures will be advantageousExperience in fish necropsies and sample collection, and a good understanding of fish health indicatorsBe able to lift and/or carry up to 20kg (due to the physical nature of the role)Why work for us?We are committed to being a Living Wage Accredited employer. Our Aquaculture Park is a hive of knowledgeable scientists and technicians, where you can join us and learn what we do to grow your career.You will also have access to our wellness initiatives and join in on social events.About usCawthron Institute is New Zealand's largest independent science organisation. Established over 100 years ago, our world-class science supports the growth of primary industries and the protection of marine and freshwater environments.The Cawthron Aquaculture Park is a purpose-built facility in Glenduan, Nelson where multiple research, education, and commercial entities work together on a variety of aquaculture species. For more information about working at Cawthron please go to: www.cawthron.org.nz/working-at...How to apply:If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via our careers page by Tuesday 7th January 2025 with your CV and a cover letter.Cawthron will be closed from 21 December 24-5 January 2025, applications will be reviewed and responded to in the new year. For a copy of the position description or for any questions/support in the meantime, please email ******: We may conduct some pre-employment checks, including but not limited to, verification of qualifications, eligibility to work in New Zealand, and background police checks.
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