Job Description
Company: FERME MARINE DE MAHEBOURG
Location: Port Louis
Job Type: Full Time
Industry: Marine Operations / Aquaculture / Fisheries
Position: Diver
Application Deadline: 1 January 2027
Salary: Competitive salary package with marine operation allowances and overtime benefits
About the Company
FERME MARINE DE MAHEBOURG is involved in marine farming and aquaculture operations in Mauritius. The company specializes in maintaining marine infrastructure, fish farming systems, and underwater operational activities while ensuring high safety and environmental standards.
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Job Summary
FERME MARINE DE MAHEBOURG is seeking skilled and physically fit Divers to support underwater inspection, maintenance, and repair activities related to marine farming operations. The successful candidates will work on underwater structures, fishing nets, and marine equipment while ensuring operational efficiency and safety compliance.
This role is ideal for candidates with diving experience, technical maintenance abilities, and an interest in marine operations and aquaculture.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out underwater inspections of marine structures and equipment
- Repair and maintain underwater installations and operational systems
- Clean marine equipment and underwater facilities
- Inspect fishing nets for damage and operational effectiveness
- Conduct fishing net repairs and replacements where required
- Ensure all diving operations comply with marine safety procedures
- Report technical faults and maintenance requirements to supervisors
- Assist in general marine farm operational activities
- Maintain diving equipment in good working condition
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Education Requirements
Applicants should possess:
- Basic secondary school education or equivalent qualification
- Professional diving certification from a recognized institution preferred
- Marine operations or technical maintenance training will be an added advantage
Experience Requirements
- Previous experience in commercial diving, marine operations, or aquaculture is desirable
- Experience with underwater inspection and fishing net repairs preferred
- Knowledge of marine safety procedures and equipment handling beneficial
Required Skills and Competencies
- Strong swimming and diving abilities
- Physical fitness and stamina for underwater tasks
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in challenging marine environments
- Knowledge of underwater maintenance procedures
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Safety awareness and adherence to operational guidelines
Training and Career Development
Successful candidates may receive:
- Practical marine operations and aquaculture training
- Workplace safety and underwater equipment handling instruction
- Exposure to commercial diving operations and marine maintenance systems
- Opportunities for long-term career growth within the marine industry
- Skills development in technical repairs and underwater inspection procedures
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Benefits
- Competitive remuneration package
- Marine operation allowances and overtime opportunities
- Professional and safety-focused working environment
- Career growth within aquaculture and marine operations
- Practical exposure to underwater technical maintenance work
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit:
- Updated CV/Resume
- Application Letter
- Copies of diving certifications and relevant qualifications if available
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and further recruitment processes.