Fisheries Observer, Dockside Monitoring

Highly self-motivated with strong organizational skills

Ability to work flexible schedules including irregular hours, evenings and weekends

Ability to work independently, follow procedures, and meet strict timelines

Ability to identify commercially important marine species an asset

Must obtain Fisheries Observer Certification through Fisheries and Oceans, Canada*.This required certification training is provided to successful candidates in our 2-week training course.

Ability to meet the Government of Canada’s security clearance “Enhanced Reliability – Level 1”

Ability to travel within Canada and the US

High school graduation as a minimum.Knowledge of the fishing industry is an asset.

Valid BC Drivers Licence with a reliable vehicle.

Physically fit to lift baskets of fish and climb ladders to board fishing vessels

Full and part-time equivalent positions are available.The hours and work schedules are variable as they are governed by the landing times of the fishing vessels.

The work is primarily in Ucluelet, but can also occur in Tofino, French Creek and Nanaimo.Ability to travel to other fish landing ports is desirable.