fish processing labourer

Green Seafoods Ltd.; Burin; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local seafood processing company in Burin is hiring for a full-time, seasonal position to assist with unloading, weighing, and sorting fish and shellfish. The role requires physically demanding tasks and offers training. Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada. This opportunity promotes equal employment for diverse groups.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle physically demanding work.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs (23 kg).

Responsibilities

• Unload fish and shellfish from vessels.
• Weigh fish/shellfish and pack in ice.
• Clean machines and work areas.
• Transport fish to work area.
• Sort fish by species and weight.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Job description

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Employer details Green Seafoods Ltd.

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Job details

• Location: Burin, NL A0E 1E0
• Salary: 16.85 to 17.50 hourly (To be negotiated) / 30 to 60 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Seasonal employment, Full time
• Work hours: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, On call, To be determined, Overtime available
• Source: Job Bank #3408599

Overview

Will train

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Working conditions

• Odours
• Cold/refrigerated
• Wet/damp

Responsibilities

• Unload fish and shellfish from fishing vessels and transport them by hand to the work area
• Transport fish and shellfish to work area
• Weigh fish or shellfish, record weight and pack fish in ice
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Sort fish according to species, weight and destination

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Employment groups

• Supports newcomers and refugees: participates in programs, assists with settlement needs, recruits displaced newcomers/refugees, supports foreign credential recognition, offers mentorship, does not require Canadian work experience
• Supports youths: on-the-job training, mentorship/coaching/networking opportunities
• Supports Veterans: assists with transition needs
• Supports Indigenous people: mentorship, relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Supports mature workers: anti-age discrimination policies
• Supports visible minorities: mentorship programs

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-10-23

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