Tio Farm Workers

• Oyster Farming
• 2 permanent, full-time roles
• Valid Skipper’s Licence advantageous, but not essential
• Coromandel Township based

Step in the future and be part of the ongoing growth  and evolution of Moana New Zealand’s oyster farms.

Moana New Zealand is the largest Māori owned Fisheries Company in New Zealand.

We are Iwi; we are true guardians of the world’s most pristine and sustainably managed fisheries, with a deep sense of responsibility to our people and respect for kaimoana and kai ora.

Our oysters are farmed in the pristine tidal waters of New Zealand and our Pacific oysters perfectly capture the freshness and vitality of the waters they are harvested from.

We are looking for 2 reliable, hardworking individuals who are keen to learn to join our established farm and shore team.

Reporting to the Farm & Special Projects Manager, your day to day responsibilities will be as follows:

• Take directions from the Supervisor/Manager and complete all allocated tasks and responsibilities to the highest standard, and a strong team spirit
• Help deploy flip farm lines, and the removal of old infrastructure and maintenance related tasks.
• Ensure responsibility for full compliance with maritime rules and regulations
• Be an integral and contributing member of the farm crew in following correct procedures i.e., stocking baskets and best in class oyster husbandry practices.
• Ensure that data is collected accurately and passed onto supervisor and farm technician.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of the demands of the tide/weather conditions. Ensure work planned is arranged to prevent minimal downtime in conjunction with the Farm & Shore Manager and Farm Supervisor.

Make Your Mark

You must be able to demonstrate you are a team player, reliable, respectful, and hard working. You will possess a great attitude, be easy to work with, and no job is too small or big for you to tackle and become the best at doing.

We are open to considering an aquaculture graduate or a school leaver who is keen to explore a career in aquaculture farming and start in an entry level role and learn the ropes. We are happy to provide training and help support the progression and achievement of related qualifications like Skippers Ticket.

We are also open to considering experienced farming professionals; ideally in oyster or mussel farming.

Key criteria:

• Great personality and approach to physical work, in team environment
• Commitment to Health & Safety
• Task orientated, with track record for delivering agreed outcomes on time
• Full & Clean NZ Driver’s License and transport to/from work
• Ability to work weekends

If you enjoy working outdoors, are committed to growing your work experience in aquaculture we would like to hear from you.

Come join our whanau.

Please send your resume and cover letter to C/o Moana NZ’s Recruitment Team at recruitment@moana.co.nz and in the subject box please put the job title. Closing date for application is 4 April 2025

You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be eligible for this position.