Aquaculture worker

EAST CAPE OYSTER COMPANY based in Charlottetown, PE is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Aquaculture worker who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. We take pride in consistently producing high-quality oysters while also positively impacting the people and environment around us. We, like our oysters, are products of the humble environment in which we grew up on Prince Edward Island. We are a close-knit group who share a passion for growing delicious, sustainable food and enjoy nothing more than a full day on the water. We are extremely fortunate to be growing oysters in the uncrowded, nutrient-rich bays of eastern Prince Edward Island.

It takes a dedicated group of people to raise an oyster from a tiny seed to your plate. Every member of our family contributes to East Cape Oyster Company being what it is today and what it will be for many years to come. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Seasonal employment or Full time job. The shift schedules have yet to be determined.

Employer Name: EAST CAPE OYSTER COMPANY
Position: Aquaculture worker
No. of vacancies: 3
Salary: $15.00 hourly for 35 to 50 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: Charlottetown, PE

Area of Specialization: Oyster

Type of Product: Aquaculture — algae

Job Description

  • The candidate will be required to load stock into trucks’ tanks and pack stock into special containers.
  • The candidate will be required to spread and dry marine plants.
  • The candidate must operate, maintain, and clean pumps, filters, and other aquaculture equipment.
  • The candidate will have to feed aquaculture stock.
  • The candidate will be required to drive tank trucks or supply trucks.
  • The candidate will be required to dig shellfish from shellfish beds.
  • The candidate will be required to cull, mark or tag stock and report stock irregularities.
  • The candidate will be required to clean, sort, and pack shellfish.
  • The candidate will be expected to clean and maintain aquaculture enclosures.
  • The candidate will be expected to help aquaculture technicians run fish hatcheries or other aquatic farms.
  • The candidate will be responsible for grading and weighing aquaculture stocks.
  • The candidate will be expected to help with farm layout and to build nets, long-lines, and cages.
  • The candidate will be responsible for inspecting and maintaining equipment and fish housing.
  • The candidate will be required to conduct water quality testing and inspections.
  • The candidate will be responsible for harvesting fish as well as sorting and packing them for transportation.
  • The candidate will be expected to collect and record data on growth, production, and water quality.
  • The candidate will be expected to carry out routine tasks related to the breeding and raising of fish and other aquatic stock.
  • The candidate will be responsible for inspecting products and packaging for defects, ensuring conformance to company standards, and performing corrective machine adjustments as needed.
  • The candidate will be expected to adhere to all sanitation and hygiene policies.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate should be fluent in English language
  • There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
  • The ideal candidate should have a minimum 1 to 2 years of working experience.
  • The candidate should be punctual.
  • The candidate should be accountable.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.
  • The candidate should be organized and flexible in nature.
  • The candidate should be a good team player with enough interpersonal and judge-mental skills.
  • The candidate should be energetic with a positive attitude
  • The candidate should have good physical and healthy state to perform all tasks quickly, effectively, and efficiently.
  • The candidate must have excellent oral and verbal communication skills.
  • The candidate should have excellent customer service skills.
  • The candidate must be able to concentrate on a singular task.
  • The candidate must pay close attention to what they are doing to avoid injury and waste of product.
  • The candidate should be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
  • The candidate must be able to use hand tools.
  • The candidate should be Customer-oriented and friendly.
  • The candidate must be able to remain calm in a stressful situation
  • The candidate must create and maintain an efficient, sanitary, and positive working environment.
  • The candidate will be expected to promote workplace health and safety.
  • The candidate must have a strong work ethic and be resourceful.
  • The candidate must ensure quality control and an efficient work flow.
  • The candidate must work in a way that ensures the overall safety and operational efficiency of the work environment.
  • The candidate should have the ability to work quickly without compromising quality.
  • The candidate should have excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
  • The candidate should have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.

Work Setting

  • The candidate will be required to work in Public fish hatchery and Fish farm.

Type of Fishing

  • The candidate will be responsible for cleaning and repairing mussel collectors.
  • The candidate will be responsible for socking and harvesting mussels.

Security and Safety

  • The candidate should be bondable and easily communicate.
  • The candidate should have a thorough Criminal record check.

Work Site Environment

  • The candidate will be required to work in wet or damp, hot and cold weather conditions.
  • The candidate must be able to work in or near water.
  • The candidate will be required to work in an environment with a high concentration of odours.
  • The candidate should be willing to work in an outdoor environment for long hours.

Transportation/Travel Information

  • There is no public transportation.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

  • The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
  • The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
  • The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
  • The candidate should have an eye for details.
  • The candidate must have excellent hand eye coordination.
  • The candidate should be prepared for doing physically challenging tasks as part of daily work.
  • The candidate should be required to handling heavy loads as part of routine work.
  • The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in bending, crouching and kneeling positions.
  • The candidate must finished the work with in the given time line.
  • The candidate should be willing to work in standing position for extended periods.
  • The candidate must perform manual dexterity tasks.
  • The candidate should ready to work overtime if needed.

Work Location Information

  • The candidate should be willing to relocate to the given location.
  • The employer would not pay relocation cost to the selected candidates

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options

By email

curriculum647@gmail.com

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Cover letter

 

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