We are a leading Australian Aquaculture company listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX:CSS) with a beautiful high-quality product marketed under the Spencer Gulf Kingfish brand, one of the world's premium seafood products. Clean Seas is recognised for innovation in Yellowtail Kingfish farming and has become the largest producer of aquaculture Yellowtail Kingfish (YTK, Seriola lalandi) outside of Japan. We are renowned for our consistent premium quality fish and are proudly sustainably certified by the Aquaculture Stewardship Council. The company's footprint includes our farm sites within the Spencer Gulf, our Hatchery in Arno Bay, Fish Health and R&D facilities in Port Lincoln, and world-class Seafood Processing Facility and Head Office in Adelaide. Our Sales and Marketing teams are located across Australia, Europe and the USA.Position OverviewThe Marine Operations Manager role is based in beautiful Port Lincoln, South Australia. Relocation assistance will be offered to the successful candidate if required.The position reports directly to the General Manager of Operations and is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day marine operations activities to ensure alignment with our overall farming and harvest plans. As a key member of the Clean Seas Operations Leadership team, you will work closely with other leaders to continually build and maintain a cohesive team environment.The role will see you lead, mentor and coach the teams performing day-to-day marine operations activities including fish feeding, bathing, net changes, pen splits and count, etc. whilst focusing on operational performance and work standards, positive behaviours and professional development of the team. You will also work closely with maintenance teams, ensuring vessels are maintained, inspected and run in accordance with company policy and legislative requirements.Advanced leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills and the ability to build capability and confidence in our teams are essential to drive a culture of safety-first behaviours and continuous improvement across marine operations.Key Responsibilities:Management of day-to-day marine operationsProvide strong leadership to teams performing operational activities e.g., fish bathing, feeding, net changes, pen split and counts, tows, etc.Lead and drive a safety-first cultureat all timesImprove operational efficiencies and productivity by structuring workflow and coaching supervisors to appropriately allocate labourSupport the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and build systems to track complianceWork closely with the Operations Leadership teamContribute to major asset procurement projects to align infrastructure to farming needsEnsure farming leases are maintained to standardBuild systems that meet audit requirements, and are audit readyEnsure vessels are maintained, inspected and run in accordance with company policy and legislative requirementsWork closely with our maintenance team to ensure preventative maintenance tasks are resourced as requiredProvide ongoing coaching and development for the teamDevelop and maintain a process of clear and effective communication cross- functionally across the businessAssist in building a culture of teamwork across all operationsRequired Skills & Experience:Appropriate qualifications applicable to this Aquaculture Management roleBroad Aquaculture knowledge with experience in a similar role within the industryProven experience leading teams in a dynamic marine environmentCompetent and capable of working at seaProven experience leading a safety-first cultureStrong communication and relationship building skillsGood organisational skills including a demonstrated ability to determine priorities and meet tight deadlinesGood problem solving and decision-making skills with attention to detailStrong coaching and development skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to positively influence organisational and team culture.If you feel you have the required industry experience and the drive to lead and inspire our teams, we encourage you to apply today. An attractive salary package and relocation assistance if required will be in place for the successful candidate. To be eligible to apply, candidates must have full work rights within Australia.Our Commitment:Clean Seas is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity of thought, style, culture and experience is valued. Doing what's right, working as a collaborative team and challenging boundaries help us remain focused on our goal of being Australia's leading Aquaculture company.To be eligible to apply for this position you must have the right to live and work in Australia without restriction. Prior to employment you will be required to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical assessment thatincludes drug and alcohol testing and provide a current Police Clearance Certificate.Application and Contact:Please click the 'apply now' button and upload your Cover Letter and Resume in Word format.If you require further information about this opportunity before applying, please contact Julie Smith on mobile+61 436 408 ***. To be eligible to apply, candidates must have full work rights within Australia. Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad .
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