A multi-functional role that requires a variety of tasks to be undertaken as and when work arises.

The post holder will be required to coordinate and report on various aquatic / aquaculture related

projects and initiatives from a range of public and private client base. Such projects will include

but aren't limited to development initiatives, feasibility assessments and market research and

production viability assessments. The candidate should be fluent in written and spoken English and

ideally at least one other language. The candidate would also need to hold a clean driving licence.

NOTE: All applicants must have an EU/EEA/UK passport OR be a third-country national (TCN)

presently residing in the EU with the required permits and have an excellent command of the

English language, written and spoken.

Job description

A position within AquaBioTech Group has arisen for a suitably qualified person to work on a variety

of projects within the Group's diverse portfolio. The position advertised is for the post of an

Aquaculture Consultant, ideally, but not essential, with knowledge of recirculation aquaculture

system (RAS) technologies.

The responsibilities of the selected candidate are to be divided into three distinct areas of work,

although briefly described as undertaking the development and management of various projects

and assignments that are contracted to AquaBioTech Group.

-The primary task is to provide assistance in the undertaking of a range of consultancy

assignments (project planning, technical and financial feasibility studies, risk assessments, due

diligence reviews, market research intelligence, as well as technical and operational support) for

a variety of global aquaculture projects. Such projects will require knowledge of a range of fish

species, shrimp and shellfish. Additional system knowledge on hatcheries, nurseries, growout

projects in cages, ponds and recirculation aquaculture systems (RAS) will be essential. It would

be desirable for the candidate to have practical experience for provision of training and

commissioning activities for both remote and on-site working.

-The secondary task is to assist our design and engineering teams with the required biological/

technical input relating to bio-planning, stocking, growth-curves and feeding rates with regards

to research facilities, broodstock, hatchery, nursery and grow-out recirculation aquaculture

systems. Assist the engineering and architectural teams with the preparation of bill of quantities

for projects.

-The last task area is to assist the installation teams with the implementation of the projects and

post commission phases. This part of the work can take the selected candidate to a variety of

locations all over the world for various durations of time. For some of the larger projects we are

involved in there will be the opportunity to relocate for a substantial period of time - assistance

with the relocation process will be provided in these cases.

Vacancy additional information

Reporting directly to the Senior Aquaculture Consultant, the position is demanding requiring a

person who is highly motivated and self-organised. The selected person must be prepared to work

to very tight deadlines in isolated and multi-functional projects and in conjunction with a team of

international staff based at our head-office based in Malta.

The post holder will be expected to travel internationally and may be expected to be on site in situ

with the client for prolonged periods of time.

Requirements

A successful candidate is expected to have at least a M.Sc. in Aquaculture, Fisheries,

Oceanography or a related scientific field. Experienced based candidates (3-5 years) are also

encouraged to apply. The selected candidate will have to speak and write English fluently.

Knowledge of any another language (such as French) will be considered an asset, but not essential.

The selected candidate must have a clean EU/EEA/UK passport OR be a third-country national

(TCN) presently residing in the EU with no travel restrictions, no legal convictions held at any time

and be in possession of a clean driving licence.

Training provided

Successful candidates will go through our internal onboarding procedure, whereas all information

and documentation will be provided before start date, for information and signing.

Any assistance with accommodation/relocation

AquaBioTech Group offers all employees company accommodation, which comes at cheaper rates

compared to personal renting, and which will be available immediately for new employees to use

upon their arrival. All preparation related to accommodation is handled by the company.

The successful candidate will be offered an initial three (3) year fixed-term contract with the

company with the potential for extension. The starting package offered for this position will be

structured largely upon the chosen candidate, reflecting the experience the candidate brings to the

company, but also in line with the cost of living in Malta and could include an accommodation

package, if required.

How will the interviews be held

Both online and in-person interviews will be held, depending on the location of the individual.