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Shellfish Hatchery Manager
URL: http://www.novaharvest.com
Company / Organization: Nova Harvest Ltd
Type: Full-time
City: Bamfield
State or Country if outside US: British Columbia, Canada
Application Deadline: 31-Dec-16
Duration: Permanent
Description:
Nova Harvest Ltd is a young, fast-paced business producing high quality shellfish seed stock with the principle focus supporting development of the geoduck and oyster aquaculture industry in British Columbia. The company is seeking a dynamic individual to oversee all aspects of shellfish production at its hatchery operating on the beautiful west coast of Vancouver Island in Bamfield, BC. This is a permanent, full-time position and unique opportunity for a career-minded person to join the team at a growing, technology-driven facility. Duties and Responsibilities Reporting to the General Manager, the Hatchery Manager will: • Manage hatchery operations from spawning through to nursery production • Plan and coordinate hatchery and nursery activities to achieve production goals • Coordinate phytoplankton production with the Algae Manager • Supervise hatchery personnel and ensure all hatchery staff adhere to established protocols • Set and maintain high standards of hygiene, biosecurity and safety • Maintain accurate and well organized records of production, inventory and hatchery activities • Collaborate with the General Manager to develop, innovate and refine production techniques and assist with the construction and maintenance of production systems
Requirements:
A B.Sc. or equivalent in a related field is an asset but consideration will also be given to applicants with relevant shellfish industry experience. The successful candidate will have experience in commercial-scale shellfish hatchery operations including phytoplankton culture, broodstock management, larval rearing, and nursery production. He/She will also have a demonstrated competence with a variety of culture systems including flow-through larvae tanks and bottle-style oyster upwellers, and confidence in the operation and maintenance of hatchery equipment. In addition, the Hatchery Manager will be able to effectively train and manage hatchery personnel and maintain a cooperative team environment. The Hatchery Manager must have a positive attitude and work well under pressure. He/She must also be self-motivated, resourceful, creative, detail -oriented and above all have excellent problem-solving skills. The basic work-week is 40 h but the successful candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule as some overtime and weekend work will be required.
Point of Contact: Hiring Manager