Posted 2 months ago
Transport Truck Drivers - Nova Scotia–based
@ Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
Truro, NS · Dartmouth, NS · Mississauga, ON · Stellarton, NS
Overview
Cooke Aquaculture Inc. is hiring experienced Class 1 transport truck drivers through Shoreland Transport for local, home-daily routes within Nova Scotia. The work is steady, year-round, on an assigned truck, with a comprehensive benefits package including extended health, dental, vision, life insurance and a company matched pension plan. Competitive pay is offered.
Responsibilities:
- Safely operate transport trucks on assigned local routes
- Ensure timely pickup and delivery of freight
- Complete daily inspections and report equipment issues
- Maintain accurate logs and documentation
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 1 licence (Nova Scotia)
- Criminal background check
- Verifiable driving experience
- Clean driving record and strong safety history
- Ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · adp
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-22
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Vehicle, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Class 1 |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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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 | 107 |
| View page |
Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America and Australia. 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.
Shoreland Transport is currently seeking experienced Transport Truck Drivers for local, Nova Scotia–based routes. This role is ideal for professional drivers looking for steady, home‑daily work while operating safely and efficiently within the province.
What We Offer
- Local routes within Nova Scotia
- Home daily
- Steady, year‑round work
- Competitive pay
- Supportive dispatch and operations team
- Well‑maintained equipment
- Stable lanes and consistent schedules
- Assigned truck
- Company committed to safety and professionalism
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Extended health coverage
- Dental coverage
- Life insurance
- Vision coverage
- Company matched pension plan
Driver Responsibilities
- Safely operate transport trucks on assigned local routes
- Ensure timely pickup and delivery of freight
- Complete daily inspections and report any equipment issues
- Maintain accurate logs and documentation
- Comply with all provincial regulations, company policies, and safety standards
- Represent Shoreland Transport professionally with customers and the public
Job Requirements
- Valid Class 1 license (Nova Scotia)
- Criminal background check
- Verifiable driving experience
- Clean driving record and strong safety history
- Ability to perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections
- Dependable, punctual, and safety‑focused
- Strong communication skills – written and spoken
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Assets (Not Required)
- Experience with refrigerated or food‑grade freight
- Familiarity with Nova Scotia local routes
- Strong customer‑service skills
At Shoreland Transport, drivers are the backbone of our operation. We value respect, consistency, and open communication—and we’re committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment. When our drivers succeed, we succeed.
The Why
Why Cooke? Simple - because 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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