Local Delivery Driver

Fisherman's Market International; Halifax; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisherman’s Market International invites applications for a Local Delivery Driver to support our Halifax operations in Nova Scotia. The role includes local product delivery to restaurants, institutions, and groceries, with a focus on safe driving and vehicle upkeep.

Hours range from 38 to 45 per week, with starting pay at $18.00 per hour, depending on experience. The position also involves assisting the inside team when time allows, including preparing goods for delivery.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in local delivery is an asset and knowledge of local routes is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Strong understanding of the Halifax regional Municipality geography.

Responsibilities

• Morning truck checks
• Maintain a clean vehicle
• Delivery of products to local restaurants, institutions and grocery.
• Pick fresh, frozen and dry goods and prepare them for delivery
• Prepare boxes and materials for shipping orders
• Pack seafood items as required for shipping
• Load and unload delivery trucks efficiently and safely
• Operate pallet jacks or forklifts (if certified or trained)
• Follow all safety and handling procedures

Skills

Local delivery experience

Attention to detail

Independent and collaborative

Physical fitness (lift 50 lbs)

Halifax regional geography knowledge

Job description

Fisherman's Market - Head Quarters, 607 Bedford Hwy, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 2:00 AM

Company Overview
Fisherman’s Market International Inc. is a leading seafood retailer, wholesaler, and exporter, specializing in fresh, frozen, smoked, and salted seafood. Established in 1948, we bring over 75 years of industry expertise, with a focus on quality and sustainability in all our products. We are committed to responsibly sourcing seafood and work closely with local suppliers to deliver premium offerings to customers nationwide.

As a proud member of the Mersey Group, alongside Scotia Harvest and Mersey Seafoods, we continue to expand our reach, exporting to over 20 countries while maintaining a strong local presence. At Fisherman’s Market, we are more than just a business – we are a team driven by excellence, innovation, and a passion for seafood.

Position Summary
We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Local Delivery Driver to support our delivery team. Truck would be local pick up 2500-3500 series with box refer.Clean driving record with Class 5 required

Key Responsibilities

• Morning truck checks
• Maintain a clean vehicle
• Delivery of products to local restaurants, institutions and grocery.

Other duties to help support the inside team

When time allows you would support the inside team with

• Pick fresh, frozen and dry goods and prepare them for delivery
• Prepare boxes and materials for shipping orders.
• Pack seafood items as required for shipping
• Load and unload delivery trucks efficiently and safely
• Operate pallet jacks or forklifts (if certified or trained)
• Follow all safety and handling procedures

Qualifications

• Previous experience in local delivery an asset or strong knowledge of local routes
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly
• A strong understanding of the Halifax regional Municipality geography.

Hours: 38 – 45 hours per week, depending on the time of year.

Salary: $ 18.00 per hour, depending on experience to start.

THE BEST PEOPLE IN THE BUSINESS

Our motto at Fisherman’s Marketis “Quality, Service, Variety &Value”. It's reflected in the excellence of our products, but also applies to our hard-working team— on the boats, in the plants, or at the counter, because when you’ve been an industry leader for over 70 years, you really do need the best people at the helm.

Fisherman's Market - Head Quarters, 607 Bedford Hwy, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada