Job Description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Site Manager and the Site Manager, the Aquaculture Technician - Skipper is responsible for performing daily site tasks safely along with other crew members in relation to barge operations, fish husbandry, and site maintenance.

Living our organizational values is an expectation of all Grieg Seafood Newfoundland employees. Our work is guided by our shared values - open, ambitious, and caring. We're open and honest with each other, the public, and regulators. We strive to do things better, efficiently, and sustainably. We care about each other, our fish, the environment, and the communities where we operate.

Key Responsibilities

Safe and efficient operation of the vessels/barges Ensuring the safety of work for yourself and other crew members Anchor line removing and re-attaching Biosecurity procedures Escape response and prevention Feed Delivery and storage Feed sample procedures Fish Health Checks Wildlife interaction planning Machinery maintenance of fish cages, barge, feed, and aeration systems Maintenance and programming Radio operation and procedure Collecting stock ready for Harvest or treatments (Using a seine/ cork line) Mort collection procedure and classifications Collecting and monitoring environmental data Camera and sensor cleaning and installation Keeping living quarters and work areas clean and tidy Other duties as required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physically fit - ability to lift 40lbs/20kg feed bags; Ability to problem solve; Well-developed interpersonal skills; Good verbal and written communication skills; Able to work well in a team; Favorable driver's license.

Training, Education, and Experience

Prefer Aquaculture Certificate or Diploma from an accredited program or science-based degree in Aquaculture, Aquatic Resources, Biology, Marine Biology, or Fisheries Resource Management and/or 3 years related or general work experience. FM4 certification is required.

Working Conditions

Mainly outside, at the Marine Sea Sites Wet/cold/damp environment Accommodations will be provided on barges Aquaculture Technicians work 40 hours weekly for eight (8) consecutive days on following six (6) consecutive days off before returning to work.

Personal Suitability

Initiative, effective interpersonal skills, flexibility, accuracy, team player, excellent oral communication, logical thinking, reliability, and organization.

As part of our commitment to employment excellence, Grieg Seafood offers a highly competitive salary commensurate with experience. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Grieg Seafood is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity in its workplace. Candidates requiring accommodation are invited to provide us with this request at any time during the recruitment process.

If you feel that you have the skills, ability, and interest in joining our growing team, please submit your application.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-02
Expected start date: 2025-06-09