Seafood jobs in Courtenay, BC

Cermaq Seafood BC Ltd. is seeking to hire dedicated full-time Broodstock Technician to join our Freshwater Team in Gold River. Reporting to the Brood and Egg Manager, the Broodstock Technician plays a key role in assisting with broodstock handling, spawning activities and egg collection to ensure the success of our production cycle.

Cermaq is an international salmon farming company, which prides itself on playing a leadership role in the global sector. We have a team of more than 3500 employees across Chile, Canada and Norway. A committed team that is proud to grow nutritious seafood for a competitive global market. At Cermaq, you become part of a meaningful and consistently developing workplace. We offer a wide range of job opportunities where you will be able to grow and learn in a rapidly advancing and dynamic sector. We support our employees’ personal development and make it possible for you to realize new ideas and initiatives. Our culture is informal and dedicated. We are smart people in rubber boots. We care for each other, for the environment and for our communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide onsite support during spawning season
• Follow standard operating Procedures (SOP’s) and direction from supervisors
• Assist with data collection and record keeping
• Support egg collection and disinfection process
• Fish handling and collecting samples for egg production
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas, tools and equipment
• Support Freshwater Hatchery as needed

Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills
• Goal-oriented team player with the ability to meet deadlines
• Detail oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions accurately
• Physically fit and capable of performing hands on tasks, including heavy lifting of fish
• Valid driver’s license required
• Related work experience considered an asset

Why Join Us?

• Competative Salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Pension plan and work-like balance
• Career Growth and opportunities
• Engage in meaningful, hand-on work, contributing to sustainable food security

How to Apply:

For more information about this and other opportunities please visit our careers page at www.cermaq.ca and apply via Indeed. This role remains open to applicants until a suitable candidate has been selected to join our team.

Cermaq Canada is an equal opportunities employer who provides a workplace that is free of discrimination. Cermaq Canada has a progressive view of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. Although wholly committed to hire the best candidate available, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples for this role. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.