Fish Farm Hand
Fish farm hands assist with the growing and cultivation of
fish and the maintenance of fish farm premises and equipment.
A fish farm hand may perform the following tasks:
- feed and grade fish and monitor their growth
- assist with farm layout and the construction of nets,
longlines and/or cages
- check and look after all equipment and fish housing
- operate pumps and other equipment
- test and check on water quality
- remove dead or dying fish
- operate lifting equipment such as forklifts and small
cranes
- handle marine vessels (e.g. barges)
- harvest fish, and sort and pack for transportation
- maintain farm records.
Fish farm hands may be employed in either fin fish farming
or shellfish farming. They usually work outside, either on or
in the water, and at shore-based facilities. Fish farms are
generally located in sheltered waters. Most fish farm hands
are expected to work overtime, particularly in the summer
months. Some employers also require a diving qualification
and/or a licence to operate a barge.
Required Skills - Fish Farm Hand
- enjoy outdoor work
- a reasonable level of physical fitness
- able to swim
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