Job Description

Ready to get your hands wet and grow real food? Join our small team working with us at dhungryhelpezenterprise, where we raise sustainable seafood to support local communities and improve food resilience.

As a Builder for our aquaculture operations, you will help create and scale practical farm systems that increase yield and consistency while keeping welfare and sustainability front of mind.

Your Growth & Impact

• Build practical skills managing pond and tank systems, feed programs, and harvest routines that improve production efficiency.
• Expand technical knowledge in water quality testing and fish health monitoring through hands-on training and mentorship.
• Connect with local suppliers and small-food networks to learn about supply chains and on-ground distribution.
• Position yourself for leadership in farm operations, with clear steps toward senior technician or farm manager roles.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities

Stock & Farm Operations

• Manage daily feeding, stocking, and harvest schedules to meet production goals and maintain stock quality.
• Inspect and perform routine maintenance on nets, tanks, pumps, and basic farm equipment.

Water & Health Management

• Monitor water quality parameters and perform basic tests to keep conditions stable and within target ranges.
• Observe fish health, apply biosecurity steps, and coordinate treatments or external veterinary support when needed.

Data & Continuous Improvement

• Keep accurate records of growth rates, feed conversion ratios, and mortalities to inform process improvements.
• Suggest and trial small process changes to increase yield, lower feed waste, and improve consistency.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or degree in aquaculture, fisheries, marine science, agriculture, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Minimum 2 years of practical experience in aquaculture operations or fish farming.

Hard Skills & Knowledge

• Operate and maintain pond or tank systems, pumps, aeration, and related farm equipment.
• Conduct water tests including pH, dissolved oxygen, and ammonia, and interpret basic results for corrective action.
• Maintain production records, perform basic health sampling, and follow standard biosecurity protocols.

Soft Skills & Qualities

• Work well within a small team, take initiative on daily tasks, and adapt to outdoor schedules and changing conditions.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and suppliers and keep organised, accurate logs.

Skills