Fry and First Feed Supervisor

PARETO SECURITIES AS; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading seafood company based in Campbell River is looking for a Fry and First Feed Supervisor to oversee the management of First Feed systems within their hatchery. This hands-on position requires supervising a team of hatchery technicians and ensuring the daily operations are efficient, safe, and yield top-quality products. Candidates should have Grade 12 education with experience in salmon farming and strong organizational skills. The role includes competitive wages and benefits, with year-round full-time employment.

Benefits

Competitive industry wages

Comprehensive Flex Benefits Plan

Wellness Program

Potential for Annual Bonus

Company provided protective equipment

Transportation provided from Campbell River

Qualifications

• Experience in salmon farming with a minimum of 2 years in a related role.
• Post-secondary education in aquaculture is preferred.
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to build effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the First Feed systems.
• Supervise a team of hatchery technicians.
• Ensure safe and cost-effective production of seafood.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decision making

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Grade 12 with 2 years of experience in salmon farming or equivalent

Post‑secondary aquaculture certificate or diploma

Tools

Aquafarmer

Word processing software

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Fry and First Feed Supervisor

Mowi Canada West is seeking a Fry and First Feed Supervisor to join our Freshwater team, based at Big Tree Creek & Dalrymple Hatcheries. Reporting to the Hatchery Managers and Assistant Managers, the Fry and First Feed Supervisor is responsible for the overall management and daily operation of the First Feed systems. This hands‑on role supervises and works alongside a small team of hatchery technicians to oversee daily feed activities and contribute to producing top quality product in a safe and cost‑effective manner.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 plus 2 years of experience in salmon farming or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Post‑secondary aquaculture certificate or diploma preferred.
• Good critical thinking abilities, decision making abilities, and sound judgement.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate daily activities, manage competing priorities, and meet production timelines.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to develop effective working relationships and support the resolution of day‑to‑day workplace issues.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Aquafarmer, word processing, spreadsheets & databases).

What we offer:

• Competitive industry wages and full‑time, year‑round employment
• Comprehensive Flex Benefits Plan including Life & Disability Insurance and pension plan
• Wellness Program including an annual wellness reimbursement
• Potential for Annual Bonus
• Company provided personal protective equipment
• Transportation provided from marshalling point in Campbell River

Mowi is the world’s leading seafood company and the largest producer of Atlantic salmon. As the first global seafood company with an end‑to‑end supply chain, Mowi brings supreme quality salmon and other seafood products to consumers around the world. Mowi is also ranked the most sustainable animal protein producer in the world by Coller FAIRR. With headquarters in Bergen, Norway, Mowi employs 11,600 people in 26 countries worldwide, and is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange with a market capitalisation of EUR 9 billion and total assets of EUR 8.2 billion.