Aquaculture Technician Assistant

WorldFish is an international research organization working to transform aquatic food systems to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. The Aquaculture Technician Assistant will perform routine aquaculture husbandry, site maintenance and facility support activities to help maintain the Genetically Improved Farmed Tilapia (GIFT) fish population at WorldFish’s external backup site.

Requirements

• Diploma or equivalent in aquaculture or related field
• Strong sense of discipline, self-discipline and responsibility
• Knowledge and experience in aquaculture and fishery
• Practical experiences of aquaculture particularly pond system
• Practical experiences of fish handling, including fish identification, fish reproduction, hatchery technologies, fish harvesting, and data recording
• Ability and willingness to work for long hours, especially during fish breeding period
• Ability and willingness to work outside office hours (during weekends, holidays, etc.) when required
• Follow strictly assigned working hours and rules
• Able to communicate effectively in writing and at a basic conversational level in English

Benefits

• insurance coverage for staff and eligible dependents
• employer provident fund contribution
• paid leave
• others