Freshwater Aquaculture Technician

Cooke Aquaculture Inc.; Nova Scotia; Presencial; CAD 42.000 - 64.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Health benefits

Life and disability insurance

EAP

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Wellness programs

Career development

Employee discounts

Resumo da vaga

Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd., a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., has an opportunity for a Freshwater Aquaculture Technician at the Millbrook hatchery in Nova Scotia. This hands-on role supports daily hatchery operations, water quality management, data collection, and growth of salmon in the early stages of development.

The ideal candidate has aquaculture training or practical spawning and rearing experience, with asset knowledge of water quality testing.

Qualificações

• The ideal candidate has completed aquaculture training or has hands-on experience in spawning, egg incubation and early rearing of salmon fry.
• Experience with water quality testing is an asset.
• This role requires safe operation and maintenance of hatchery equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor feed and oxygen levels to ensure optimal growth.
• Perform water quality tests and record results.
• Collect data and input into the hatchery systems.
• Execute daily hatchery routines and keep a clean, safe work area.
• Maintain and clean pumps, filters, tanks and related equipment.
• Assist other aquaculture technicians in hatchery operations.
• Support brood stock production, spawning, egg and fry handling.
• Vaccinate stocks and perform culling when required.
• Keep daily records of water chemistry and oxygen levels.
• Grade and weigh aquaculture stocks.
• Handle chemicals with appropriate PPE and follow safety protocols.

Conhecimentos

Aquaculture training

Hands-on spawning/egg incubation

Water quality testing

Formação

Aquaculture training from a recognized educational institute

Descrição da vaga

Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd., a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., a dynamic and growing east coast family company, with Platinum Member status in the Canada's Best Managed Companies Program, is offering a unique opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join the Company's team as a Freshwater Aquaculture Technician for our hatchery located in Millbrook, NS.

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, and South America. Our company's 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 Freshwater Aquaculture Technician, you will play an important role in the day-to-day operation of our freshwater hatchery and the care of our fish throughout their early stages of development. This is a hands‑on position working closely with the hatchery team to maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment while supporting the successful production and growth of our salmon.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitoring feed and oxygen
• Completing water quality tests
• Data collection and input
• Daily farm routines
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Assist other aquaculture technicians in the operation of fish hatcheries.
• Brood stock production and handling spawning, egg and fry production.
• Feed aquaculture stocks, vaccinate stocks, and perform culling.
• Operate, maintain, and clean pumps, filters, tanks and other aquaculture equipment.
• Keep daily records of water chemistry and oxygen
• Grade and weigh aquaculture stocks
• Handle chemicals with necessary PPE. Includes mandatory FIT testing (respirators).

The ideal candidate will have completed aquaculture training from a recognized educational institute. This requirement may be substituted with sufficient hands‑on experience in spawning, egg incubation and early rearing of salmon fry.

Previous experience with water quality testing would be considered an asset.

Join our team and enjoy the benefits of full‑time year‑round employment with competitive rates and a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well‑being and career growth.

Benefits Package:

• Health Benefits: Includes coverage for dental, vision, and extended medical care.
• Insurance: Life and disability insurance provided for financial security.
• Support Services: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial Planning: Opportunity for RRSP matching to support your retirement savings.
• Time Off: Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave for work‑life balance.
• Wellness: Wellness programs and access to on‑site gym facilities (available in some locations).
• Career Development: Professional growth opportunities and avenues for advancement.
• Perks: Employee discounts on company products or services.

The Opportunity

The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to work within the parameters of the role but to reach your fullest potential. We are a team that is driven to succeed. We count performance, we reward contribution and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of a growing, global leader in seafood and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.

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.

*As per company policy, a criminal background check is required.