Assistant Farm Manager (Bays West)

We are seeking a motivated candidate to fill the role of  Assistant Farm Manager  on our remote farm sites in the Bay’s West area on the  South Coast of NL . If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to advance your career then this is the role for you!

ABOUT THE JOB

Reporting to the Farm Manager, this role is a crucial part of our operations process and ensures the best management of our salmon in a sustainable and efficient way. In this role you will strive for continuous growth and assist with all aspects of farm site work to keep the team on track and performing well.

Your main job duties will include assist with the safe and successful operation of your farm, acting in absence of the Farm Manager, help manage the site team, promote a safe and positive work environment, lead on feeding, control, and inspection of the fish, maintain reliable data records and all general farm tasks. This is a permanent, full-time position which offers on site living accommodations and remote living allowance with a shift schedule of two weeks on, two weeks off. This position is open to both internal and external candidates. 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidates would be safety oriented and willing to work in a team environment with a passion for the industry. They would have:

• Relevant post-secondary education and/or equivalent experience within the industry
• Leadership and project management abilities
• Respect for the need for safe working practices and animal welfare
• Well-developed English verbal and written communication
• Good computer and document management knowledge
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn and participate in training opportunities
• Ability to work safely and effectively in challenging outdoor weather
• Flexible approach to working to meet the demands of the job
• Ability to work a two week on, two week off shift and live on site in the company accommodation barge
• Marine related training certificates would be an asset
• Legally eligible to work in Canada (must be resident or have open work permit)

WHAT WE OFFER

Along with being part of an experienced team with a global industry leader. We offer:

• Starting base annual salary of $64,890 per year plus additional pay (remote, paid vacation, stat holidays)
• Permanent Full-Time Work, 14 days on/14 off schedule
• Remote Living Allowance
• Food and Accommodations
• Matching company paid Pension Plan contributions (DCPP)
• Comprehensive health & dental flex benefits plan including life & disability insurance
• Employee family assistance program including telemedicine and digital pharmacy
• Wellness programs including an annual wellness reimbursement
• Company provided gear and PPE

If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear from you! 

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

*Note: A criminal background check will be required as part of the hiring process*

Mowi values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.