Saltwater Aquaculture Worker

Cooke Aquaculture Inc.; Town of Shelburne; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

RRSP matching

Wellness programs

Professional growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd., a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., invites applications for Saltwater Aquaculture Workers to join our Shelburne, NS team. The role involves feeding, stock monitoring, and net/grid maintenance shore-to-site, with on-the-job training provided. We seek self-motivated team players willing to work flexible hours.

MED certificate is required or willingness to obtain. This is a labour-intensive, outdoor position with full-time year-round employment and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Self-motivated team players, able to work flexible hours.
• Experience in aquaculture is an asset but not required; on-the-job training provided.
• Must be willing to obtain MED certificate if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate feeding systems.
• Report observed irregularities in stocks.
• Install and inspect grids; repair as needed.
• Install and remove marine cages and nets.
• Operate, maintain, and clean aquaculture equipment and enclosures.
• Perform general site maintenance including net washing.
• Operate boats for aquaculture operations.
• Grade and weigh aquaculture stock.
• Assist with harvest as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Marine Emergency Duties (MED) certificate

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, is offering a unique opportunity for highly motivated individuals to join the Company’s Saltwater Team in Shelburne, NS and surrounding areas.

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 are hiring Saltwater Aquaculture Workers to join our team. The ideal candidates will be self-motivated team players willing to work flexible work hours and schedules.

The primary duties include, but are not limited to:

• Monitoring and operating the feeding systems.
• Report any observed irregularities in stocks.
• Grid installation and inspection/repair.
• Marine cage and net installation and removal.
• Operate, maintain, and clean aquaculture equipment and enclosures.
• General site maintenance including net washing.
• Operation of boats for aquaculture operations.
• Grade and weigh aquaculture stock.
• Harvest assistance as required.

*Applicants must hold or be willing to obtain a Marine Emergency Duties (MED) certificate

This is a labour-intensive position, requires standing for long periods of time; applicants must be comfortable working in outside weather conditions on both aquaculture sites and aboard maintenance vessels.

Experience within the aquaculture field would be considered an asset but not required as on the job training is provided.

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.
• Wellness: Wellness programs.
• Career Development: Professional growth opportunities and avenues for advancement.
• Perks: Employee discounts on company products or services.

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

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.

Why Cooke?

Simple - because 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.