Job Description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Facility Manager and the Facility Manager, the RAS Aquaculture Technician is responsible for managing the daily operations, maintenance, and upkeep of RAS systems to ensure optimal conditions for the fish.

Grieg Seafood is a global leader in sustainable salmon farming, with operations in Norway (Rogaland and Finnmark) and Canada (British Columbia and Newfoundland). Headquartered in Bergen, Norway, our team of over 750 professionals is driven by shared values: we are open, ambitious, and caring. We believe in honesty, continuous improvement, and a deep commitment to our people, our fish, the environment, and the communities where we live and work.

Key Responsibilities

General facility cleaning and maintenance; Assisting the team with the required daily tasks; Have a good understanding of the biosecurity procedures and policies; Handling various chemicals safely and responsibly; Basic data entry and record keeping; Understand fish behaviour and feed response; Understand different mortality causes in various life stages; Understand oxygen control; Any concerns or incidents related to the fish, equipment, or OHS must be reported immediately to the facility manager; Understand and adhere to government regulations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), Workplace NL, and Company biosecurity rules and practices; Ensure full adherence to and compliance with all procedures and policies established by the Grieg Seafood group of companies; Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physically fit - ability to lift 50lbs Ability to problem solve Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Ability to work with little to no supervision Ability to learn and teach quickly and efficently Well-developed interpersonal skills Good verbal and written communication skills Computer proficiency Leadership skills Valid Class 5 driver's liscense

Training, Education, and Experience

High school diploma required. Candidates with aquaculture-related experience and/or education will be preferred.

Working Schedule

Aquaculture Technicians work eight (8) consecutive ten (10) hour work days and get six (6) days off before returning to work. 40-hour work week.

Work Site Conditions and Expectations

Mostly indoors Wet/damp environment Combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, and kneeling Rotations include nights, evenings and weekends Overtime may be asked of you Working under pressure Meeting tight deadlines Ability to work with little to no supervision

Employment Type

Full-Time

Personal Suitability

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

As part of our commitment to employment excellence, Grieg Seafood offers a competitive salary that reflects the applicant's experience. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Grieg Seafood is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Candidates who require accommodations are encouraged to inform us of their needs at any stage of the recruitment process.

If you possess the skills, abilities, and interest in becoming a part of our growing team, please submit your application.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Employee assistance program Employee stock purchase plan Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-25
Expected start date: 2025-08-12