Aquaculture Technician

1 day ago

Campbell River, Canada Grieg Seafood Full time

**Aquaculture Technician**:

- Permanent
- Campbell River, BC

**Salary Range**: 24.00 To 29.00 (CAD) Hourly

Grieg Seafood BC Ltd., a dynamic company in the Aquaculture industry, is seeking to hire dedicated Aquaculture Technicians to join and support our Saltwater Teams on the coasts of Vancouver Island. The Aquaculture Technician role is a permanent, full-time position, consisting of shift work, 8 days on site and 6 days off. You will be reporting to the Site Manager and will be 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.

**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
- Enthusiastic mindset with a strong desire to grow and develop new skills
- Valid driver’s license in good standing

**Why Join Us?**
- Competitive salary and 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

Join Grieg Seafood BC Ltd. and be part of a progressive company committed to sustainable aquaculture and the professional development of its employees.

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

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