The Role

This is a contract position with an end date of December 15, 2026.

Primary duties include:

- Monitoring feed and oxygen
- Completing water quality tests
- Data collection and input
- Daily farm routines
- Clean and maintain equipment
- Assist other aquaculture technicians in the operation of fish hatcheries
- Brood stock production and handling spawning, egg and fry production
- Feed aquaculture stocks, vaccinate stocks, and perform culling
- Operate, maintain, and clean pumps, filters, tanks and other aquacultureequipment
- Keep daily records of water chemistry and oxygen
- Grade and weigh aquaculture stocks
- Handles chemicals with necessary PPE. Includes mandatory FIT testing(respirators)

The ideal candidate must be:

- Attention to details
- Ability to lift and carry brood fish
- Computer literate
- Ability to answer alarms
- Willing to work varied or irregular shift including weekends

The ideal candidate will have completed aquaculture training from a recognized educational institute. This requirement may be substituted with sufficient hands‑on experience in spawning, egg incubation and early rearing of salmon fry.



Previous experience with water quality testing would be considered an asset.

- As per company policy, a criminal background check is required.

The Prospect

The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to work within the parameters of the role but to reach your fullest potential. We are a team that is driven to succeed. We count performance, we reward contribution and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of a growing, global leader in seafood and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.

Why Cooke?

Simple - we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received.

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

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📌 Freshwater Aquaculture Technician (New Brunswick)
🏢 Cooke Aquaculture
📍 New Brunswick