Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd., a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., a dynamic and growing east coast family company, with Platinum Member status in the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program, is offering a unique opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join the Company’s team as an Oiler/Deck Hand. This position reports to the Master.

Founded in 1985, Cooke Aquaculture Inc. has grown from a small family business to the world’s largest independent, fully-integrated producer of Atlantic salmon and related products. The company remains family owned and based in Blacks Harbour, NB, with operations throughout Atlantic Canada, Maine, Chile, Spain and Scotland. Cooke Aquaculture is committed to responsible and sustainable seafood production and the delivery of high quality products through a number of brands and sales offices throughout Canada, the US and internationally. The company is also a proud partner and supporter of a variety of community-based organizations and events.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting ship engineer officers in performing routine maintenance work and repair to ship’s engine, machinery and auxiliary equipment. Monitor engine, machinery and equipment indicators, record variables and report abnormalities to ship engineer officer on watch. Lubricate moving parts of engines, machinery and auxiliary equipment. Clean engine parts and keep engine room clean. Assist in general deck duties such as tying up the ship, operating the crane and cleaning and disinfecting.

Training, Experience and Certification Requirements
Marine Emergency Duties A1
Standard First Aid and CPR
Transport Canada Marine Medical
WHMIS
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (TDG)
Valid Passport
(2) years’ experience in a relevant field (or a combination of experience and training) and a valid passport with the ability to enter the United States are requirements for this position.
Preference will be given to applicants with aquaculture experience.

Salary commensurate with experience which includes a competitive health and dental benefit package.

Please forward your resume, in confidence, to:
Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
1 Fundy Bay Drive
St George, NB E5C 3E2
careers@cookeaqua.com
Fax (506) 755-1340

Please quote competition number ODH0210-CB when applying.

We appreciate all resumes; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.