Aquaculture Production manager

Cultivating the future of sustainable seafood: Lead aquatic farm operations.

Overview

What the role involves

Aquaculture Production Managers oversee the entire lifecycle of aquatic organisms (fish, shellfish, algae) in farms, from breeding and feeding to harvest and processing. They manage operations, optimize growth conditions, ensure water quality, prevent disease, and maintain sustainability standards. Their work is crucial for meeting growing global demand for seafood while minimizing environmental impact and ensuring food safety.

Average salaries

Estimated annual salary · USD

Entry levelUSD 40,000 – 60,000
Mid levelUSD 60,000 – 90,000
SeniorUSD 90,000 – 150,000

Interests aligned with this career

Self-Reliance JourneyRelated field
Sustainable Agriculture StrategyRelated field
Sustainable Agriculture AdvocacyRelated field
Sustainable Food StrategyRelated field
Sustainable Agriculture LeadershipRelated field
Ethical Agriculture StrategyRelated field
Ethical AgricultureRelated field
Marine ScienceRelated field

Skills

  • Animal Care
  • Aquaculture Management
  • Aquaculture Technology
  • Attention To Detail
  • Biosecurity
  • Breeding Management
  • Budget Management
  • Communication
  • Data Analysis
  • Decision-Making
  • Disease Detection
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Equipment Operation
  • Feed Formulations
  • Fish Health Management
  • Fish Husbandry
  • Inventory Management
  • Nutrition Knowledge
  • Operational Management
  • Pest And Disease Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Quality Control
  • Record Keeping
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Safety Protocols
  • Strategic Planning
  • Team Management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Water Chemistry
  • Water Quality Management

Education

Programs aligned with this career

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Master

Applied Aquatic Biology

University of Portsmouth • United Kingdom

FieldAquaculture
TuitionUSD 25,461 / annual
DurationLess than two years
Study ModeOn campus
Bachelor

Agribusiness

The University of Western Australia • Australia

FieldAgricultural Business
TuitionUSD 31,930 / annual
Duration3 years
Study ModeOn campus