Boot Lagoon Assistant Hatchery Manager - Port Alberni, Canada - cermaq

cermaq

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Port Alberni, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Assistant Hatchery Manager (Port Alberni, BC)

We are currently looking to fill the permanent, full-time role of Assistant Hatchery Manager for our Freshwater Department based out of our Boot Lagoon Hatchery in Port Alberni, BC.

Cermaq is a world leading salmon farming company. We have a team of more than 3500 employees across Chile, Canada and Norway. A team committed and proud to grow superior seafood for a global market. At Cermaq, you become part of a meaningful, developing, and diverse workplace.

We offer a wide range of job opportunities where you will be able to grow and learn in a sustainable and rapidly developing industry.

We support our employees' personal development and make it possible for you to realize new ideas and initiatives. Our culture is informal and committed. We are smart people in rubber boots. We care for each other, for the environment, and for our communities.

Application Requirements:

Diploma or Degree related to Aquaculture, Biology, Aquatic Resources, Fisheries Resources Management or similar preferred. Work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum 4 years of hatchery aquaculture experience, particularly working with the RAS systems
Minimum of 2 years experience in aquaculture site management role
Great interpersonal and communication skills. Good critical thinking and decisionmaking ability combined with sound judgement.

Position Details:

Supports the hatchery manager in providing leadership and direction to the hatchery team from egg take to smolt transport offsite to ensure that production remains on budget within targets.
Helps plan and schedule hatchery activities. Coordinates and directs employees to deliver production goals.
Adheres to company policies, SOPs, and industry regulations to ensure that best husbandry practices are always followed.
Promotes and maintains health and safety standards to foster a safe work environment.
Collaborates with the Freshwater Operations department and the Fish Health department to ensure an ongoing monitoring and preventative approach to hatchery systems and fish health programs.
Ensures that all records are kept up to date and accurate.
Valid Driver's License required.
This fulltime position operates on 5 days on 2 days off schedule (not campbased) working 40 hours per week. May be required to work weekends/holidays and afterhour shifts.
Eligible for benefits upon hire including extended health, dental, and vision care, AD&D insurance; life and dependent insurance, and longterm disability insurance. RRSP matching available after 3month probation completed. Vacation pay is accrued at a rate of 6% (3 weeks) per year.

Special Requirements:

Prerequisites to hiring are a fitness assessment, reference checks, and a criminal record check
Only applicants who are legally allowed to work in Canada will be considered

How to Apply:

Cermaq Canada is an equal opportunities employer who provides a workplace that is free of discrimination.