Shellfish Labourer

North Nova Seafoods; Ingomar; On-site; CAD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

North Nova Seafoods in Nova Scotia is hiring for seasonal full-time positions. You will unload and transport fish and shellfish from vessels, operate a forklift, and help prepare products for wrapping or freezing.

No degree required; on-the-job training provided. Work environment is noisy, odorous, and wet, with physical duties and standing for long periods. This role offers 30 hours per week during the season and overtime may be available.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Able to work in a noisy, odorous and wet environment.

Responsibilities

• Unload fish and shellfish from fishing vessels and transport to the work area.
• Operate forklift to move unloaded catch to the work area.
• Transport fish and shellfish to the work area.
• Prepare fish filets for wrapping or freezing.
• Weigh fish or shellfish, record weights, and pack on ice.
• Clean machines and immediate work areas.
• Sort fish by species, weight and destination.

Skills

Team player

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Wages

$18.00 hourly

Hours

Seasonal, Full Time

Positions Available

6

Experience

Will train

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Work Site Environment

• Noisy
• Odours
• Wet/damp

Tasks

• Unload fish and shellfish from fishing vessels and transport them by hand to the work area
• Use forklift to transport unloaded fish and shellfish from fishing vessels
• Transport fish and shellfish to work area
• Condition fish filets for wrapping or freezing
• Weigh fish or shellfish, record weight and pack fish in ice
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Measure and dump ingredients into hoppers of mixing and grinding machines
• Sort fish according to species, weight and destination

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Weight Handling

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal Suitability

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Employment Terms Options

• Early morning
• Flexible hours
• Night
• Weekend
• Overtime available

Government Programs

• Recognized employer

Support for Newcomers and Refugees

• Recruit newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for Youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Work Term: Seasonal
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 hours per week