Cermaq Seafood BC is seeking a dedicated Saltwater Aquaculture Technician to join and support our Saltwater Teams on a permanent, full-time basis, on the coast of North Vancouver Island, BC. The Aquaculture Technician role consists of shift work, 8 days on and 6 days off. You will be reporting directly to the Site Manager and will be primarily responsible for working as part of a team to conduct the day-to-day farm operations, including feeding, animal husbandry and security of fish stocks. We provide company paid bus and boat transportation from the Campbell River community to our farms in the North Island.

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 Accountabilities:

• Carrying out daily tasks, including monitoring, feeding, and caring for fish and equipment
• A keen understanding of all fish handling procedures (i.e. grading and splits)
• Understand, enforce, and adhere to all government regulations, farm practices and standard of practices
• Conducting water chemistry tests and habitat assessments, and sampling fish health
• A good understanding of feed regimes, feed rates and feed monitoring
• Familiarity with cage and anchoring knowledge and related maintenance
• Environmental and plankton monitoring
• Managing site inventory and performing general errands
• Basic equipment maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting and general site upkeep
• Collecting and entering production data
• Supporting the training and development of new technicians

Qualifications & Skills:

• Previous experience in Aquaculture preferred, but not required
• Aquaculture Certificate/Diploma, or a science-based degree in Aquaculture, Biology, Marine Biology, Fisheries Resource Management preferred but not required
• Valid certificates for First Aid 1, WHMIS, Forklift, SVOP and Med A3 are an asset
• Must be physically fit and able to lift or move heavy items up to 40 lbs. (20 kg)
• Well-developed communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Strong teamwork and conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Enthusiastic mindset with a strong desire to grow and develop new skills
• Valid driver’s license in good standing

Why Join Us?

• Pay rate of $24.00-29.00/hr.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Pension plan and work-life balance.
• Career growth opportunities through our in-house Technical Advancement Program (TAP).
• Work in a stunning natural environment surrounded by wildlife.
• Engage in meaningful, hands-on work contributing to sustainable food security.

How to Apply: For more information about this opportunity please visit our careers page at www.cermaq.ca, apply via Indeed or email your resume to the People & Culture team at careers.canada@cermaq.com. This role remains open to applicants until a new team member is hired.

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.