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Mowi Canada West is seeking a Deckhand to join our Operations Support teams. Reporting to the Vessel Skippers, the Deckhand will assist with vessel operations, support the movement of fish and materials, and provide support services to area farms. Success in this role requires a positive, self-motivated attitude and the ability to work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Responsibilities: -Ensure the health and safety of yourself and others as well as security of the vessel. -Follow all Mowi Canada West policies, procedures, and company standards. -Participate in safety, emergency drills and crew familiarizations. -Handle fish with care, maintaining high standards of fish husbandry and welfare. -Assist with seine and harvest pen rigging set up/tear down, grower nets, and movement of freight. -Perform general work boat duties and support vessel operations as needed What we offer: -Competitive industry wages and full-time, year-round employment -Camp shift of 8 days on and 6 days off -Comprehensive Flex Benefits Plan including Life & Disability Insurance -Wellness Program including an annual wellness reimbursement -Potential for Annual Bonus -Company-provided PPE plus transportation from our Campbell River marshalling point Wage: $26.61 - $31.04 / hour Closing Date: January 4, 2026 Mowi is the world’s leading seafood company and the largest producer of Atlantic salmon. As the first global seafood company with an end-to-end supply chain, Mowi brings supreme quality salmon and other seafood products to consumers around the world. Mowi is also ranked the most sustainable animal protein producer in the world by Coller FAIRR. With headquarters in Bergen, Norway, Mowi employs 11,600 people in 26countries worldwide, and is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange with a market capitalization of EUR 9 billion and total assets of EUR 8.2 billion.
Qualifications & Experience
-Certification in Domestic Vessel Safety (DVS), Marine Emergency Duties (MED), ROC-M/MC (radio license), and Marine First Aid is preferred. -Prior deckhand experience or a combination of vessel certification and related work experience.