a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., a agile and growing east coast family company, with Platinum Member status in the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program, is seeking an eager self-starting Assistant Harvest Manager to join our Harvest Team based out of Blacks Harbour, New Brunswick . Our company’s 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.

The Assistant Harvest

Manager supports the Harvest Manager in the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of fish harvesting operations. This role assists with the day-to-day coordination of harvest crews, equipment, vessel activities, fish welfare practices, production targets, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

The Assistant Harvest

Manager helps ensure harvesting activities are carried out safely, product quality is maintained, and operational objectives are achieved.

Harvest Operations

Assist in planning, coordinating, and overseeing daily harvest activities, including crew scheduling, vessel operations, equipment, and logistics. Monitor harvest performance, productivity, and operational efficiency to ensure production targets are achieved. Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, environmental standards, and fish welfare practices.

Assist with staffing, onboarding, performance management, and fostering a positive team environment. Fish Welfare & Quality Monitor harvesting and fish handling practices to support fish welfare, product quality, and food safety requirements.



Maintain accurate documentation and records related to harvest operations.

Equipment & Asset Management Support the maintenance, repair, and reliability of harvest equipment and assets. Coordinate preventative maintenance activities, monitor inventory levels, and assist with asset management programs, including MaintainX. Maintain operational records and assist with tracking production results, harvest metrics, and operational costs.

Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance, efficiency, and reliability. Post-secondary education in aquaculture, fisheries, marine operations, business, or a related field is considered an asset. Previous experience in aquaculture, fish harvesting, seafood processing, marine operations, or a related industry.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and operational reporting systems. Valid driver's license and ability to travel between operational sites as required. Combination of office, vessel, and field-based work environments.

Exposure to varying weather conditions and marine environments. May require irregular hours, shift work, weekends, and on-call support during peak operational periods. Ability to work around water and comply with all marine and safety requirements.

Includes coverage for dental, vision, and extended medical care.

Insurance: Life and disability insurance provided for financial security.

Support Services: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Financial Planning: Opportunity for RRSP matching to support your retirement savings. We count performance, we reward contribution and we recognize talent.

📌 Assistant Harvest Manager (Blacks Harbour)
🏢 Cooke Aquaculture
📍 Blacks Harbour