Freshwater Aquaculture Worker

CareerBeacon; St. Alban's; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd., a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., is seeking a Freshwater Aquaculture Worker at the Swanger Cove Hatchery in St. Alban's to support early rearing and breeding activities.

The role involves assisting with daily operations, monitoring water quality in RAS, and recording data in inventory systems. We value initiative, reliability, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a growing Atlantic Canada company.

Qualifications

• Experience with early rearing of Atlantic salmon is a plus.
• Familiar with Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) operations.
• Strong organizational skills and reliable work ethic.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily freshwater operations at Swanger Cove Hatchery.
• Monitor and maintain water quality within RAS.
• Record data into inventory control systems.

Skills

Early salmon rearing experience

RAS experience

Organizational skills

Ability to work with minimal supervise

Education

Post-secondary education in aquaculture

Tools

RAS equipment familiarity

Job description

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 has an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join the Company's Freshwater Team at ourSt.Alban's facility.

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 result of our robust growth, we require an Freshwater Aquaculture Worker at our Swanger Cove Hatchery to help with early rearing and breeding activities associated with our new land-based facility.

Primary duties of this role include but are not limited to:

• Assist with the daily operations
• Monitor and maintain water quality in RAS
• Data collection entry into inventory control program

Qualifications/Requirements/Attributes:

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

The Opportunity

The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to stretch, to work within the parameters of the role but stretch to your fullest potential. We are a team that counts performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada 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.

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