Occupation

311133 Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
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Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

311133 Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician

Assists Aquaculture Farmers and Fisheries Scientists in raising and managing aquatic stock by undertaking onshore and offshore technical fish husbandry tasks, sampling water, and 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.

Specialisations

  • Fisheries Technical Officer
  • Hatchery Technician (Aquaculture)

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • 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