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The QRILL Company AS; Ålesund; On-site; NOK 417,827 - 510,677; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed annual salary

Pension and insurance scheme

Attractive workplace

Job summary

The QRILL Company AS is looking for a Factory Technician to work on board vessels in Antarctica, focusing on the production of Krill Meal and Krill Oil. The role includes operating production processes, participating in equipment maintenance, and reporting inventory changes. Candidates should have relevant education as a process engineer or technician, good English skills, and a preference for working in international teams. This position offers a fixed annual salary, a safe workplace, and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Education and background as process engineer or process technician.
• Relevant competence and experience from process operation, preferably within the fishmeal industry.
• Understanding of ERP systems and technical/mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate production process and ensure optimization during operation.
• Participate in maintenance work during factory shut-downs.
• Report changes in inventory to Factory Manager.
• Create handover notes for incoming technicians.

Skills

Process operation

Mechanical understanding

Scada systems knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Education as process engineer or technician

Job description

Aker QRILL Company is a world leader in the sustainable production of krill-based products. We are dedicated to enhancing the nutritional value of feed for aquaculture and livestock and contributing to a more sustainable global food system. Our business has experienced consistent growth within the Aker BioMarine organization. In 2024 we were spun out as a stand‑alone entity, and we remain a reputable company in the maritime industry known for a focus on operational excellence.

We are now looking for a Factory Technician who will work on board our vessels in Antarctica.

Factory Technician

The Factory Technician reports to the Factory Manager on board and is responsible for Krill Meal and Krill Oil production onboard the vessel during his/her shift. Maintenance work of factory equipment must be expected. The Factory Technician may also be set to operate other machinery and be involved in other production onboard the ship. The position is not set to a specific vessel and may change during the season if required or by request from management.

Responsibilities during operation

• Responsible for operating production process and make sure that production is optimized during operation, in accordance with quality and safety procedures
• Participate in maintenance work as requested by Factory Manager and Factory Mechanic during factory shut‑downs, shipyard stays and lay‑ups
• Participate in other jobs as requested by Factory Manager
• Report to Factory Manager and/or Factory Mechanic regarding any changes of inventory
• Keep up to date all processing logs as required
• Create handover notes before crew‑change for on‑boarding Factory Technician
• Learn and understand how to use ERP system TM Master as required

Professional qualifications

• Education and background as process engineer or process technician
• Relevant competence and experience from process operation, preferably within the fishmeal industry
• Knowledge of Scada systems for process control is preferable
• Technical and mechanical understanding
• Previous experience as a process operator from factory/onboard fishing or trawling vessels is considered an advantage

Personal qualifications

• Have good English knowledge (work language)
• Enjoy working in an international team
• Appreciate new challenges
• Drive and self‑motivation, seeking out new tasks and improvements

CV must reflect required qualifications specified.

We offer

• A safe and attractive workplace
• Possibility for entrance into a fixed position on board
• Fixed annual salary
• Good working environment on board
• Pension and insurance scheme
• 12/7 shift; 12 hours on, 12 hours off, 7 days a week for the entire rotation

Location

Vessel/Antarctica

Travel and rotation

Crew changes are normally arranged in Montevideo, Punta Arenas and Puerto Williams. Shift rotation: One shift on (ca three months incl travels) and two shifts off, averaging 150 sea days per year and about 120 - 135 days off between trips. Travel to and from fishing ground is about one week each way at the beginning and the end of the rotation, using ports in Uruguay, Chile, and Falkland Islands for embarkation on cargo and passenger vessel, bringing crew to fishing vessels on fishing ground.