Posted 5 months ago
Deckhand/Bridge Watch
@ Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
St. George, New Brunswick
Overview
Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd., a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., is hiring a Deckhand/Bridge Watch for its vessel fleet. The role covers watchkeeping, fire and security rounds, and general maintenance and hygiene on deck. Candidates need Transport Canada bridge watch certification, MED A1, first aid and a clear criminal background check; salary is commensurate with experience with health and dental benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Stand bridge watch duties as required
- Perform fire and security rounds
- Carry out general maintenance, painting and cleaning on deck
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements summary:
- Transport Canada Bridge Watch Rating certificate to SCTW 95
- Marine Emergency Duties (MED) A1
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR
- WHMIS certificate
- Valid passport with US entry ability
- Experience in Canadian marine lookout and steering
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-22
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Vehicle, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | Bridge Watch Rating Certificate of Competency (SCTW 95), Marine Emergency Duties (MED) A1, Standard First Aid, CPR, WHMIS, Transport Canada Marine Medical |
| Background checks | criminal record |
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Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
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The Cooke family of companies produce some of the very freshest, sustainable seafood in the world.
Full company description
Fishing and farming isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are. What started as an undying family passion for the sea, passed down from one generation to the next, has been transformed into a global company. Today, the Cooke family of companies produces some of the very best seafood in the world. Our mission is to be a global seafood leader driven by an innovative team that delivers superior products, service, and value to our customers in a safe and environmentally sustainable manner. The Cooke family of companies includes global aquaculture divisions under Cooke Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiary Cooke Aquaculture Inc. as well as a Canadian aquaculture division operated by its affiliate, Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd. Cooke Aquaculture is a vertically-integrated corporation with salmon farming operations in Atlantic Canada, the United States, Chile and Scotland as well as seabass and seabream farming operations in Spain. The company also includes seafood and wild fishery divisions under Cooke Seafood USA, Inc., Icicle Seafoods, Inc., Wanchese Fish Company, Inc. and Omega Protein. Cooke Inc. has earned the #1 spot on the SeafoodSource list of Top 10 North American Seafood Suppliers and our employee loyalty helped reaffirm our place as a Platinum-winning company on the list of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
- LinkedIn followers
- 29,520
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 461
- Reported office locations
- 40 Wellington Row, Saint John, NB E2L 3H3, CA
- Business categories
- Aquaculture
- Farming
- Seafood
- Other recorded names
- Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 7,000,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Fishing and farming isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are. What started as an undying family passion for the sea, passed down from one generation to the next, has been transformed into a global company. Today, the Cooke family of companies produces some of the very best seafood in the world. Our mission is to be a global seafood leader driven by an innovative team that delivers superior products, service, and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Saint John, NB |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1985 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 106 |
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Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd., a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., a dynamic and growing east coast family company, with Platinum Member status in the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program has an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join the Company’s vessel fleet.
Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, and South America. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.
The Role
As a result of our robust growth, we are adding a Deckhand/Bridge Watch to our team of professionals.
Primary duties of this role includebut are not limited to:
- Perform Watch keeping duties as required
- Perform fire and security rounds
- Perform general maintenance and hygiene duties as directed, including painting, cleaning, planned maintenance work
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements/Attributes:
- Bridge Watch Rating Certificate of Competency (Transport Canada) to SCTW 95
- Marine Emergency Duties (MED) A1
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR
- WHMIS Certificate
- Valid Passport with the ability to enter the US
- Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical
- Able to handle multiple tasks
- Experience in a Canadian marine environment in bridge look-out duties and steering duties
- Experience using deck machinery or equipment
- A certification in the Transportation of Dangerous Goods will be considered an asset.
- As per company policy, a clear result of a pre-employment criminal background check.
Salary commensurate with experience which includes a competitive health and dental benefit package.
The Opportunity
The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to stretch, to work within the parameters of the role but stretch to your fullest potential. We are a team that counts performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth, and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.
The Why
Why Cooke? Simple – we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.
NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
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