Feed Manager

Feed Manager 

Cermaq Newfoundland I Marystown 

Venor is proud to partner with our client, Cermaq Newfoundland, in the recruitment of a Feed Manager for their Marystown operation.   

About Cermaq 

Cermaq is an international salmon farming company, which prides itself on playing a leadership role in the global sector. We have a team of more than 3500 employees across Chile, Canada and Norway. A committed team that is proud to grow nutritious seafood for a competitive global market. At Cermaq, you become part of a meaningful and consistently developing workplace. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, where you will be able to grow and learn in a rapidly advancing and dynamic sector. We support our employees’ personal development and make it possible for you to realize new ideas and initiatives. Our culture is informal and dedicated. We are smart people in rubber boots. We care for each other, for the environment and for our communities.  

The Opportunity   

Reporting to the Seawater Director, the Feed Manager will ensure coordination of feed forecasting, ordering, inventory and quality control for all seawater sites. They work directly with feed companies and site managers to ensure feed is delivered properly and on time to all barges. The Feed Manager is also responsible for managing the feeders to ensure that the feed division of Seawater runs smoothly and that the feed strategy is accurately implemented on all sites. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Supervise and provide performance management for a team Aquaculture Technician – Feeders. 

• Coordination and assignment of daily tasks. 

• Manage logistics of feed planning, deliveries and invoicing. 

• Coordination with sites for feed reception. 

• Track KPI’s for fish and report variances.  

• Liaise with feed provider to help plan feed projections.  

• Tracks pricing and analyzes invoicing to ensure feed costs are accurate.  

• Monitor and control costs associated with feed, including the tracking of actuals against the projections and biological KPIs such as FCR and SGR.  

• Manages the feed budget and ensure cost effective decision making.  

• Assessing feed performance during critical periods, like when switching feed sizes or prior to harvest.  

• Assist biological controller in sending out accurate feed projections to the feed supplier.  

• Work with Seawater Director to come up with key goals and objectives for the coming year.  

• Critically analyze the previous year’s objectives and determine any major wins or losses for the department. In terms of losses, identify core reasons for the miss and how improvements could be made for the following year.  

• Follow safe working practices and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.  

• Ensure full adherence to and compliance with all procedures and policies established by the Cermaq.  

• Understand and adhere to government regulations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), Workplace NL and company biosecurity rules and practices.  

• Other duties as required. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor of Science or related degree/diploma in Aquaculture, Environmental Science or Business.  

• Supervisory experience, preferably in the Aquaculture industry.  

• Minimum of 5 years aquaculture experience. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Strong leadership skills  

• Ability to problem solve  

• Well-developed interpersonal skills  

• Good verbal and written communication skills  

• Ability to learn quickly and efficiently  

• Ability to work with little to no supervision  

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines  

• Computer proficiency  

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license 

Employment with Cermaq 

Cermaq is proud to support their employees health, wellbeing and work-life balance with the following perks and benefits:  

• Sick, personal, and vacation leave.  

• Employee Assistance Program with confidential counselling and wellness support.  

• RRSP company matching up to 5%.  

• Group benefits with cost-shared medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage.  

• Career development opportunities.  

• Safety-focused culture with a commitment to a safe, healthy, and respectful work environment. 

We embrace a culture of belonging in the workplace. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, what you believe in, or who you love, we welcome your application. We all come from different backgrounds and different walks of life, bringing in unique perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. If you require any accommodation in the application and interview process, please let us know (including different materials or otherwise).  

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact Jessica Tibbs at jtibbs@venor.ca  OR James Bonnell at james@venor.ca