Vessel Captain

Steelhead Trout, Farmed Responsibly

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, more than a third of global fish stocks are currently subject to overfishing. The organization also recognizes aquaculture as an essential measure for reducing the burden on wild fish stocks, while providing a sustainable and nutritious protein source for consumers.

Nova Fish Farms, a subsidiary of Ocean Trout Canada, is an independent, Canadian owned organization focused on steelhead trout farming and has a unique opportunity to bring sustainable steelhead trout to the North American market. We are rapidly expanding our current production to meet consumer demand and are seeking a Vessel Captain to join our team in St. Alban's, NL.

Reports to: Marine Operations Manager

Duties and responsibilities but not limited to:

• Overall feed vessel operations, including navigation, safety, maintenance, and supervising the crew
• Ensure the vessel is operated in compliance with Regulations
• Ensure that Safety Protocols, Policies and Procedures are followed
• Maintain logs and records of vessel operations
• Conduct inspections
• Operating machinery such as cranes, compressors, forklifts, etc.
• Assist the utility crew with site setups, daily site maintenance, net washing, and harvesting as needed

Other:

• Must have a Fishing Master IV Certificate
• Knowledge of marine open net pen aquaculture facilities
• Strong understanding of maritime safety regulations and best practices
• Knowledge of navigation and logistics
• Tact and good judgement in dealing with people and stressful situations
• Strong leadership and communications skills
• Strong work ethic
• Must be eligible to work in Canada

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Expected hours: 40 per week; standard hours are from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm, following the continental shift pattern.

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person, St. Alban's, NL

Please forward your resume to We appreciate all applications. Only those chosen for interview will be contacted.

About the company:

Ocean Trout Canada is a steelhead company that focuses on producing premium steelhead products for seafood consumers in the North American market. We have a fully integrated operation from hatchery to farm and maintain strong relationships with industry-leading processors and distributors, enabling us to uphold strict quality controls and traceability standards throughout our value chain.

Ocean Trout Canada operates both freshwater hatcheries and marine production sites throughout Atlantic Canada.

All of Ocean Trout Canada's farming operations are situated in the pristine cold waters of Atlantic Canada, which are ideally suited for aquaculture activities and the production of the world's finest steelhead.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care

Work Location: In person