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KCS - FW - All Hatcheries Contract Full-Time Saint John, NB, CA

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 chance for a highly motivated individual to join the Company’s team as a Freshwater Aquaculture Technician for our hatcheries in South Oromocto, Penobsquis, and Oak Bay, NB . This is a contract position with an end date of December 31, 2026.

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, and South America. 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 Role
As a Freshwater Aquaculture Technician, you will play an important role in the day-to-day operation of our freshwater hatchery and the care of our fish throughout their early stages of development. This is a hands-on position working closely with the hatchery team to maintain a safe, clean, and healthy workplace while supporting the successful production and growth of our salmon.

Key Responsibilities

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 aquaculture equipment.

Keep daily records of water chemistry and oxygen

Grade and weigh aquaculture stocks

Handle chemicals with necessary PPE. Includes mandatory FIT testing (respirators).

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.

The Opportunity
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.

The Why
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.

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

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

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