COO & Production Manager for Land‑Based Aquaculture Facility

About the role

We are looking for a COO & Production Manager to join Acuicultura Cadiz as we build a new land‑based RAS facility for Greater Amberjack in El Puerto de Santa María. You will shape the operational model, lead commissioning and startup, and share full operational responsibility with the CEO.

Key responsibilities

• Define and implement operating procedures for a 5,000 m², 450‑tonne‑per‑year marine RAS facility.
• Oversee the commissioning phase and manage the first juvenile batch scheduled for November 2026.
• Coordinate daily production activities, ensuring biosecurity, water quality, and animal welfare standards.
• Collaborate closely with the Technical Manager and Administrative Manager to align technical and business objectives.
• Report directly to the CEO and contribute to the long‑term growth strategy of the company.

Required profile

• Proven leadership experience at a management level in marine aquaculture.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Motivation to build a new operation rather than merely run an existing one.

Required skills

• Hands‑on experience with Marine Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS).