fisheries observer

JAVITECH ATLANTIC LTD.; Kentville; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in resource management in Nova Scotia is seeking a dedicated individual to assist biologists in scientific research related to the fishing industry. This permanent role involves inspecting fishing vessels and generating public awareness of fish and wildlife conservation. Candidates should have a secondary school graduation certificate and be willing to travel regularly. The position offers health and dental benefits, and successful applicants will work in various outdoor locations.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Mileage paid

Group insurance benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel regularly.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Experience in the fishing industry is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist biologists in scientific research.
• Check registrations and licences of fishing vessels.
• Inspect fish catch for size and fishing gear.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Qualifications

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: Will train
• Or equivalent experience
• Security and safety: Criminal record check

Responsibilities

• Assist biologists in scientific research
• Check registrations and licences of fishing vessels
• Inspect fish catch for size
• Inspect fishing gear and equipment
• Generate public awareness of fish and wildlife conservation and regulation
• Perform resources protection duties

Area of work experience

• Fishing industry
• Renewable resources

Work site and environment

• Outdoors
• In / on water

Work setting

• Remote location
• Various locations
• Staff accommodation available

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information

• Own vehicle
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Valid driver\'s licence
• Willing to travel regularly

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Workplace information

• On the road job

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Pension plan
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 to 60 hours per week