Freshwater Aquaculture Technician

Cooke Aquaculture; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and growing company as a Freshwater Aquaculture Technician! This role at the Bay Fortune Hatchery offers a unique opportunity to engage in early rearing and breeding activities within a land-based facility. You will play a crucial role in daily operations, ensuring optimal water quality in Recirculating Aquaculture Systems. If you have a passion for aquaculture and a desire to grow your career, this position is perfect for you. Be part of a team that values performance and rewards contribution while making a significant impact in the local community.

Qualifications

• Experience with early rearing of Atlantic salmon is a plus.
• Good organizational skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily operations at the hatchery.
• Monitor and maintain water quality in RAS.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Work Ethic

Ability to Work with Minimal Supervision

Education

Post-secondary education in Aquaculture

Tools

Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS)

Job description

Job Posting: Freshwater Aquaculture Technician

Company: Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd., a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc.

Location: Bay Fortune Hatchery, PEI

About Us: Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd., a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., is a dynamic and growing east coast family company with Platinum Member status in Canada's Best Managed Companies Program. Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, and South America. Our success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area's economy and sense of community.

The Role: As a result of our robust growth, we require a Hatchery Technician at our Bay Fortune Hatchery to help with early rearing and breeding activities associated with our new land-based facility.

Primary Duties:

1. Assist with daily operations
2. Monitor and maintain water quality in RAS (Recirculating Aquaculture Systems)
3. Data collection and entry into inventory control program

Qualifications/Requirements/Attributes:

1. Experience with early rearing of Atlantic salmon considered an asset
2. Experience with RAS considered an asset
3. Good organizational skills, tidiness, and work ethic
4. Ability to work with minimal supervision
5. Preference will be given to applicants with post-secondary education in aquaculture

The Opportunity: This role is an opportunity to grow, stretch, and work within the parameters of the role while reaching your fullest potential. We are a team that values performance, rewards contribution, and recognizes talent. Being part of the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada means knowing you are part of that growth. We offer the ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth, and energy for moving your career forward.

The Why: Why Cooke? Simple - we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

Application Process: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.