[sust-mar] Marine Fishing Gear Technician, full-time, CWF, Halifax, Nova Scotia

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Position: Marine Fishing Gear Technician
Organization: Canadian Wildlife Federation
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Term: 5-6 month contract, full-time

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As one of Canada’s largest not for profit leaders in wildlife conservation, research, and advocacy, we are seeking to fill the following position


Marine Fishing Gear Technician

This position will work with the CWF Fisheries Engagement Specialist and commercial fish harvesters to test the suitability of ropeless fishing gear for commercial fisheries.

This will require travel throughout the Maritimes and full-days at sea working on fishing vessels in all conditions. Other than fieldwork, this position will be based in the Halifax area to assist in gear preparation, though office work is expected to occur at the residence of the selected candidate and will involve online interaction.

This is a full-time term position expected to begin in July 2020 and last 5 or 6 months, but this is dependent on fishing seasons and public health restrictions. Regular office hours may not be the standard work-period during fieldwork.

Objectives:
• Learn about and become familiar with ropeless gear technologies and how they operate.
• Train fishers in ropeless fishing gear systems.
• Work in with fishers to measure the effectiveness of ropeless systems using an existing series of tests.
• Assist with the use of the systems during at-sea trials.
• Measure and collect data during at-sea trials.
• Keep complete, organized notes and records.
• Produce a report of quantitative gear evaluations.
• Collaborate with other individuals and organizations conducting ropeless fishing gear trials to align protocols and data collected.

Required Qualifications:
• Strong inter-personal skills.
• Capable and self-directed.
• A working knowledge of Atlantic Canadian fixed gear fisheries.
• Strong communication skills.
• Capability to carry out active field work though challenging physical conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs

Assets:
• A college diploma or university degree on a topic related to fisheries, conservation, or ocean technology
• Experience in commercial fishing
• French language skills
• Marine Emergency Duties (MED) training
• Marine First Aid

Conditions of Service:
• Period of Employment: 5-6 month contract, full-time.
• Travel: This position requires frequent travel throughout the Maritimes and full days spent on fishing vessels.
• Anticipated Start Date: July 2020 *contingent on public health restrictions
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Location: Halifax, NS

HOW TO APPLY:

Cover letter and resume should be forwarded by June 21, 2020 to elizabethb at cwf-fcf.org . Please quote position title that you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Only the candidates who meet the qualifications and experience for the position will be contacted for an interview. We thank you for your interest in the Canadian Wildlife Federation.

AODA Statement for Offer of Employment

Canadian Wildlife Federation “CWF” is committed to accessibility and to protecting the human rights of its employees. In support of this aim, CWF has implemented an accommodation process that provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. CWF will accommodate employees with disabilities up to the point of undue hardship.

The accommodation supports available to employees are laid out in our Accommodation Policy. If your acceptance of the terms and conditions of this Offer of Employment necessitates a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact the Human Resources Department. This ensures that the appropriate accommodations are in place before you begin your employment. Do not hesitate to reach out to the Human Resources Department if you require an accommodation related to a disability or a medical condition at any point during your employment with CWF.

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