Fish processing labourer

Responsibilities

• Unload fish and shellfish from fishing vessels and transport them by hand or forklift truck to work area
• Condition fish filets for wrapping or freezing
• Weigh fish or shellfish, record weight and pack fish in ice
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Sort fish according to species, weight and destination

Transportation/travel information

• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye coordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Overtime required

Weight Handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Long term benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by the employer
• Parking available

Languages

• English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

• Will train