Fish Health Summer Student
About The Position
Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd., a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., is a dynamic and growing East Coast family company with Platinum Member status in Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program. Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, and South America. Our success is driven by our dynamic, highly-skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community. As a result of our robust growth, we are seeking a Fish Health Summer Student to join our Fish Health Team. The ideal candidate will be a motivated, detail-oriented team player with the ability to work flexible hours, travel as required, and adapt to both field and laboratory environments.
Requirements
- Secondary education diploma required
- Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and travelling between sites
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and accurate record‑keeping
- Must be willing to work flexible or irregular hours, including occasional overnight travel
- Valid driver’s license required
Nice To Haves
- post-secondary training in aquaculture, biology, environmental science or a related field considered an asset
- Experience in fish farming, fish health, or laboratory work considered an asset
Responsibilities
- Marine site visits to conduct sea lice counts and disease surveillance sampling
- Hatchery visits to collect samples for disease surveillance
- Laboratory duties such as laboratory sample preparation, organization
- Recording, organizing, and entering fish health data with a high degree of accuracy
- Supporting field investigations and fish health assessments as required
- Maintaining equipment, supplies, and documentation related to fish health operations
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
