Careers in Fisheries/Aquaculture

There are a broad range of careers available in the fisheries/aquaculture industries. Roles are as varied and individual as the people employed in them.

From marine and fisheries resource management to corporate services, like finance, IT, HR and administration, and policy and compliance – there are so many career opportunities in the fisheries and aquaculture industries!

In 2024, the Seafood Industry Australia (SIA) and Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) launched the seafoodcareers.com.au website to showcase training and recruitment for the seafood industry!

On the website, you can discover:

Day in the life videos
Career pathways information
Courses and training
Lifestyle and benefits information
Roles in the seafood industry

This fantastic platform is a central information hub that aims to connect people with rewarding job opportunities, career progression and training or mentoring opportunities within the seafood industry. From fishing to retail, ocean to plate, there’s something for everyone! 🎣

FRDC

Head to the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation website to find out more about the industry: https://www.frdc.com.au/

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Careers in Fisheries/Aquaculture