Oyster Farm Worker
Salary: $54,000 - $85,000
Aquaculture shore workers play a crucial role in supporting farm operations by carrying out a range of land-based tasks that keep oyster production running smoothly. This includes maintaining a steady, controlled supply of oysters and completing essential yard and shed duties.
Most oyster farm roles involve working outdoors in marine environments such as harbours, estuaries, and intertidal zones. A genuine love of the outdoors is important, along with the ability to work in all weather conditions and maintain good physical fitness.
Oyster farms may use traditional farming techniques, modern technologies, or a mix of both, so workers need to be adaptable and open to learning new processes and equipment
What you’ll do
Collect spat and carry out seeding activities
Harvest, pack, and load oysters for distribution
Assemble oyster baskets and complete general farmyard or shed tasks
Monitor stock, remove mortality, grade and bag oysters, and repair bags as needed
Handle oysters using correct techniques to ensure their welfare
Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on farm equipment and gear
Follow strict hygiene and biosecurity protocols
Comply with all health and safety requirements
What we’re looking for
Physically fit
Good numeracy skills
Love to work in an outdoor environment
Preferably to have a current driving licence
Advantageous to have but not essential
Skippers ticket
Build on your qualifications
PITO Level 3 Apprenticeship in Aquaculture (Shellfish)
PITO Level 4 Apprenticeship in Aquaculture (Shellfish)
First Aid
Health and Safety training
Skipper’s ticket
Telehandler certification
Where to from here?
Opportunities for progression include roles such as Farm Worker, Leading Hand, and Farm Supervisor.
