fisheries observer
Job Description
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
Will train
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
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Work site environment
- Outdoors
- In/on water
Work setting
- Remote location
- Various locations
- Staff accommodation available
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Assist biologists in scientific research
- Check registrations and licences of fishing vessels
- Inspect fish catch for size
- Inspect fishing gear and equipment
- Generate public awareness of fish and wildlife conservation and regulation
- Perform resources protection duties
Experience and specialization
Area of work experience
- Fishing industry
- Renewable resources
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
- Own vehicle
- Travel expenses paid by employer
- Valid driver’s licence
- Willing to travel regularly
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Physically demanding
Own tools/equipment
- Cellular phone
Personal suitability
- Excellent written communication
- Judgement
- Organized
- Reliability
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Mileage paid
- Pension plan