Saltwater Husbandry Technicians 2 - Campbell River, Canada - cermaq

cermaq

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Campbell River, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Cermaq Canada is currently seeking to fill more than one permanent full-time Saltwater Husbandry Technician position for our saltwater operations.

This position will be primarily based at our sea sites in Tofino, BC. We provide company paid bus and boat transport from communities to our farms in Tofino. You get a uniform, personal protective equipment and food supplied in camp during your shift. We also will provide you with company paid benefits upon hire, there is no waiting period.

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.

A Day on The Job:

Providing support to the sea site through general husbandry operations to ensure a healthy lifecycle of the fish from smolt intakes, to growth, to harvest
Monitoring fish activity and conducting environmental monitoring and sampling activities to ensure proper fish welfare
Maintaining a clean, safe, and biosecure site by performing simple maintenance, setting up sites, and closing sites
Operating heavy machinery such as boats and capstans

Position Requirements

Although prior experience is nice, we will train you
You want to work outdoors in any weather while being comfortable on the ocean
Come with a positive mindset, be flexible about what you need to do each day
A team player, gets along great with others and are always looking to lend a hand
Ability to work independently, without supervision; you take initiative and work to keep yourself and your team safe each day.

How to Apply:

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