Aquaculture farmer and manager

Aquaculture farmer and manager

Aquaculture farmers and managers plan and oversee the breeding and harvesting of fish and shellfish on commercial marine and freshwater farms.

Also known as

Marine farmer, fish farmer, mussel farmer, oyster farmer, salmon farmer, seafood farmer, shellfish farmer

AUT programmes

Work environment

  • Usually work irregular and long hours, including evenings and weekends
  • Usually work in rural areas, coastal and open waters, or holding ponds and tanks
  • May work in all weather conditions
  • May do physically demanding work
  • Need to be practical, safety conscious and work well in a team

Typical tasks

  • Feed and care for fish and shellfish
  • Harvest and pack fish and shellfish
  • Clean and repair lines, ropes and nets
  • Plan work schedules and manage budgets
  • Train and supervise workers
  • Maintain and repair farm equipment
  • Dive to clean fish pens
  • Work with net cleaners and underwater vehicles
  • Keep records of fish growth and health
  • Follow and meet farming laws

Salary information

$51K-$160K
LowerMost commonUpper
$51K$65K-$116K$160K

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