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 is described as an Aquaculture

Consultant, ideally, but not essentially, 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 consultancy assignments

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

and operational support) for a variety of global aquaculture projects, including fish and

shrimp hatcheries and recirculation aquaculture systems (RAS) for various clients'

projects.

-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, hatcheries 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.

Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer (COO) Consulting, 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.

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 are also

encouraged to apply.

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

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

national (TCN) presently residing in the EU with no travel restrictions or legal convictions

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. Technical

training will also be provided, specific to the role and skills assessment of the selected individual.

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.

Any other benefits

For those positions within the company that require compliance with a changing and dynamic

roster, and who are susceptible to working public holidays, will be given those days back to be

used as leave allocation.

Salary

The successful candidate will be offered a long-term, fixed-term contract with the company. 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.

Euro 25 - 30k.

How will the interviews be held

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

To apply

CVs and a covering email are to be sent by email to eures.recruitment.jobsplus@gov.mt and

should be written in English. Please quote the vacancy name and number in your email