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Position Vacant - Night shiftMainStream Aquaculture Queensland is a rapidly growing aquaculture business that produces premium and sustainably farmed Barramundi in the Cassowary Coast and Douglas Shire regions. We currently have exciting opportunities available for one full time Night shift positions to join our dedicated team at our Port Douglas farm. We are looking for self-motivated, reliable and passionate candidates with the ability to handle a diverse fast paced workload. You will work closely with the management and operations teams to ensure the smooth delivery of all aspects of our overnight pond monitoring of our farm fresh Barramundi.Key Responsibilities:• Be a key player in our overnight pond monitoring activities• Operation and general maintenance of farm plant and equipment, including the completion of necessary checklists.• Be part of a team environment and work independently when required.• Adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures, Food Safety and Workplace Health & Safety Systems ensuring a high standard of operation.• Participating in overnight and weekend work and being flexible with duties and hours of work.• Great work life balance, full time hours with a seven-day fortnight, swinging roster of three on three off, four on four off.Requirements:• Current C class manual licence and reliable vehicle to attend sites• Strong work ethics and commitment to the role• Ability to work alongside the team to systematically complete daily tasks• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all members of the team• Ability to problem solve and prioritise tasks• Ability to work safely and efficiently through the nightDesirable Requirements:• Reside or willing to reside in the local or surrounding area• HR Licence• Forklift Licence• Previous experience operating machinery• Previous experience in the aquaculture industry desired but not essentialPlease provide your current CV and a cover letter telling us about you and why you are best fit for the role.Email: [email protected]

FULL TIME LANDSCAPE GARDENERThis is the right job for you if:You are an Australian Resident.You are passionate about maintaining and working in beautiful locations, are physically fit, willing to learn and you like to work hard and then have time off to do what you enjoy.You love the outdoors, want the weekends off and have time to go camping, fishing and enjoying what this region has to offerAbout Us:Green Leaf Garden Management has a 15 year trading history in the Douglas Shire.Over this time we have developed key relationships with clients from all sectors. Residential, Commercial, Body Corporate, Resorts , local and state government.Working hard in the field of landscaping, landscape maintenance, irrigation design, installation and repair.We pride ourselves on our high standards of work, innovative solutions and strong focus on customer service.The What ?We are looking for a new team member to join up our landscape maintenance team , whilst experience is a plus the right attitude and fit for existing team is also important. This role will also include  working with our landscape maintenance team (See tasks highlighted above).                                                                                           Qualifications/experience in horticulture and landscape maintenance is an advantage but considerations towards a good fit to our company culture which focuses on:• Someone ready to learn and adapt• Open and honest communication• Great customer service• Willing team member• The ability to work hard in outdoor environment.• Ownership of task completion• Alignment with the 10 things that don’t require talent. (Google this)Where ?Right here in beautiful Port Douglas, based in Craiglie and servicing across the entire Douglas shire.Why us ?• We have the right equipment and the right tools to do the job well• Day to day variety of tasks and work sites• Professional team, with a passion for the outdoors.• Opportunity for TAFE training• Onsite training and support• Earn more as you progress• Well established local company• Monday to Friday trading with weekends off.Interested ?Email a cover letter explaining why you would be great for this position to [email protected]

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Join our two local Reef & Climate Forums to explore climate solutions and the GBR with us.Summer should be a magical time on the Great Barrier Reef, but this summer, water temperatures are up to two degrees above average, and corals are severely bleaching in some areas.Join us for a drink and a chat as we navigate some tricky conversations about the future of the Reef with some experts.

Notice of Annual General MeetingAll members are advised that an annual general meeting of the members of Mossman State School Parents and Citizens’ Association will take place as follows:Time: 3:30pmDate: Thursday, March 21 2024Place: Reading Room of Mossman State School LibraryAGM will be followed by the March General Meeting.

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