Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician
OSCA 311133·ANZSCO 311114
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Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.
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About this career
Assists Aquaculture Farmers and Fisheries Scientists in raising and managing aquatic stock by undertaking onshore and offshore technical fish husbandry tasks, sampling water, analysing data from ponds, pens and tanks, and identifying common diseases and pests. Performs tests and experiments, and provides technical support in areas such as research, production, servicing and marketing.
What they typically do
- Monitors and maintains water quality in aquaculture facilities, including the collection and analysis of water samples
- Identifies pathogenic microorganisms, fungi and other pests harmful to aquatic stock, and assists in devising methods of control
- Examines environmental and other factors that influence the growth, health and production of aquatic stock
- Monitors aquatic stock to gauge the effectiveness of feed formulae
- Assists in controlled breeding experiments to develop improved aquatic stock strains
- Conducts experiments and tests to improve aquaculture practices
- Provides technical support to Aquaculture Farmers and Fisheries Scientists
- Maintains and repairs equipment and infrastructure in aquaculture facilities
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician.
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