- Work Term: Seasonal
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 30 to 60 hours per week
- Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
- Experience: 1 to less than 7 months
Work site environment
NoisyOdoursHotCold/refrigeratedWet/dampOutdoors
Tasks
Unload fish and shellfish from fishing vessels and transport them by hand to the work areaUse forklift to transport unloaded fish and shellfish from fishing vesselsTransport fish and shellfish to work areaCondition fish filets for wrapping or freezingWeigh fish or shellfish, record weight and pack fish in iceClean machines and immediate work areasMeasure and dump ingredients into hoppers of mixing and grinding machinesSort fish according to species, weight and destination
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Repetitive tasksHandling heavy loadsPhysically demandingManual dexterityAttention to detailHand-eye co-ordinationStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneeling
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
FlexibilityReliabilityTeam player
Employment terms options
Early morningEveningShiftFlexible hoursMorningNightOn callDayWeekend
Support for youths
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employmentOffers on-the-job training tailored to youthOffers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youthProvides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for Indigenous people
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous peopleOffers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
