Wollongong

Aquaculture Technician

An Aquaculture Technician is involved with the daily operations on an aquatic farm or hatchery. Your work will involve breeding, harvesting and transporting stock as well as maintaining their aquatic environment. You’ll have to keep tanks clean and monitor water quality, oxygen levels, salt content and pH levels. Aquaculture Technicians may be involved with research projects and you’ll often be called on to collect information on the stock in your facility and record observations on health and nutrition. Your work could involve any number of aquatic species from fish to crustaceans or even turtles and eels.

Being an Aquaculture Technician is a physical job and will require a lot of time outdoors. You’ll have to check and maintain equipment so you’ll have to be good with your hands. You’ll usually be working with colleagues so you’ll need teamwork skills and be good at following instructions. Aquaculture Technicians need to pay attention to detail and have good observational skills.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a aquaculture technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SFI30119

Certificate III in Aquaculture
Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $2,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hatchery Technician Aquaculture Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hatchery Technician Aquaculture Technician
SFI20119

Certificate II in Aquaculture
Traineeship
6 - 18 months
$0 - $2,459
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hatchery Technician Aquaculture Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hatchery Technician Aquaculture Technician

Bachelor of Science (Marine Science)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marine Scientist Fisheries Officer Marine Biologist
Aquaculture Technician Aquatic Ecologist Marine Environmental Consultant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marine Scientist Fisheries Officer Marine Biologist Aquaculture Technician Aquatic Ecologist Marine Environmental Consultant + 3 more
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Hatchery Technician

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Avg yearly income $65,000
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Fisheries Officer

A Fisheries Officer patrols waterways to ensure sustainable fishing practices, enforce laws, inspect catches, and engage in educational activities.

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Aquaculture Manager

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Seafood Process Worker

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Aquaculture Worker

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Avg yearly income $67,600
Skill level Unknown

Seafood Distributor

A Seafood Distributor oversees seafood packaging, ensures health standards, supervises staff, manages multiple tasks, and liaises with producers, customers, and transporters.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Unknown

Fisheries Scientist

A Fisheries Scientist studies aquatic organisms and ecosystems to promote sustainable fishing and advise on conservation policies and practices.

Avg yearly income $83,200
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Common questions

How can I become a aquaculture technician?

To become a aquaculture technician in Wollongong, you may want to consider completing the Certificate III in Aquaculture. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Wollongong?

You can train to become a aquaculture technician by completing a qualification with Maritime Safety Training. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Wollongong area that provide aquaculture technician training. The closest campus is 5km away from the center of Wollongong. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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