Technical Officer; Aquaculture

As a Technical Officer (Aquaculture), you will

• Provide technical support and actively participate in the planning, organisation, and conduct of research into the development of new fish species for aquaculture production across multiple production systems.
• Undertake all operational aspects of fish husbandry and spawning, including feeding, live feed production, systems maintenance, fish health, reproductive status monitoring, disease treatment, and collection of brood stock.
• Collect and effectively manage data in appropriate software following quality assurance processes.
• Collate, manipulate and quantitatively analyse datasets.
• Contribute to the interpretation of research results.
• Contribute to the publication of fisheries research, including science journal papers and reports, within identified time frames.

• Minimum of a Diploma or Associate Diploma in Applied Science, Aquaculture, Fisheries Science or equivalent.
• International qualifications require assessment to determine comparability with the Australian Qualifications Framework; the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training can assist for Queensland residents.
• Relevant technical and aquaculture experience in commercial production and/or research settings.
• Willingness to work out of hours, travel, weekends, and on site at commercial farms during trials.
• Strong attention to detail, effective time management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to contribute to the team.

Learn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay.

• Work with passion and purpose
• Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow
• Enjoy interesting, diverse work
• Follow your path wherever it leads
• Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive
• Be part of our one, diverse DPI

Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life. Join us and help enrich Queensland's agricultural businesses.

Closing Date:
Thursday, 26 February 2026

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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