Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

1. General Operational Duties

• Carry out routine farm and site operations including pond preparation, stocking, feeding support, sampling, harvesting, and cleaning activities.
• Follow all operational procedures, biosecurity measures, and hygiene standards across assigned sections.
• Operate and assist in the routine use of farm and processing equipment such as aerators, pumps, blowers, filters, and basic tools.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in work areas, tanks, ponds, and processing sections.
• Adhere strictly to Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) requirements and report unsafe conditions immediately.

2. GOP (Grow-Out Ponds) Operations

• Assist in pond preparation activities such as cleaning, liming, fertilizing, and water filling.
• Support feeding operations and daily pond monitoring as instructed.
• Assist during sampling, growth checks, and health observation of shrimp.
• Support harvesting activities, including preparation of nets, equipment, and pond areas.

3. Hatchery & Nursery Operations

• Assist in cleaning, preparation, and maintenance of hatchery and nursery tanks.
• Support routine activities related to larvae and post-larvae handling under supervision.
• Assist in water quality checks and basic monitoring activities.
• Support acclimatization, transfer, and preparation of PLs from hatchery to nursery or grow-out ponds.
• Maintain hygiene and biosecurity within hatchery and nursery facilities.

4. Processing Plant (PP) Support

• Assist in basic processing operations as assigned by the supervisor.
• Support cleaning, sanitation, and preparation of processing areas and equipment.
• Assist in grading, weighing, packing, and handling of shrimp in accordance with hygiene and quality standards.
• Follow food safety and hygiene procedures strictly during processing activities.

5. Records & Reporting

• Assist in recording daily operational data such as feeding, harvesting quantities, basic water parameters, and work activities.
• Report any abnormalities, equipment issues, or operational concerns to the supervisor promptly.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Basic technical and operational knowledge of farm or processing activities.
• Ability to follow instructions, SOPs, and safety guidelines accurately.
• Physically fit and able to work in outdoor farm and processing environments.
• Team-oriented with a cooperative attitude and willingness to learn.
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and during peak operational periods.

Qualifications & Education

• Bachelor s Degree in Marine Science, Aquaculture, Fisheries Science, or a related discipline is mandatory.

Experience

• Minimum 1 3 years of relevant experience in shrimp farming, aquaculture operations, hatchery, nursery, grow-out ponds, or processing plant activities.
• Practical site-based experience in farm operations will be given preference.
• Fresh graduates with strong practical experience, including internships, in aquaculture or marine science may be considered.