August 25, 2025

INSTRUCTOR (HARVESTING)

School of Fisheries

Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University

6 Month Contract

The School of Fisheries delivers education and training programs to students interested in entering the aquaculture, fishing, environmental and food industries. Academic programs offered by the School range from industry certifications to diplomas of technology, joint diploma/bachelor degrees, advanced diplomas, post-graduate certificates and master's degrees.

The School of Fisheries is charged with the responsibility of developing and delivering education and training programs required to meet the needs of the seafood harvesting and processing sectors, the agri-foods and the aquaculture industry. These instructors have years of industrial experience and education in harvesting, processing, aquaculture and the marine environmental sectors.

In preparation for training requirements, the School of Fisheries is seeking a qualified instructor to deliver Fishing Master III program (https://www.mi.mun.ca/shortcourses/transportcanadacourses/) and other industry short courses. The successful candidate will be required to instruct the Fishing Master III program with the following courses: Chartwork and Pilotage, Level 2, Communications, Level 1, Ship Construction and Stability Level 2, Meteorology, Level 2, General Ship Knowledge, Level 1 and General Seamanship (FM3-O). This position will be based out of Holyrood, NL.

Minimum possession of a Fishing Masters II Certificate of Competency. A diploma of technology or a university degree in a fisheries-related field would be considered an asset. The successful candidate will have experience with curriculum development; an equivalent combination of education and training may be considered. Excellent oral and written communication skills and computer skills are required. Proven leadership qualities and the ability to work with a motivated, multi-disciplinary team are also required. This position may require travel within Newfoundland & Labrador. Previous teaching experience at the post-secondary level is an asset.

SALARY: Commensurate with Marine Institute Instructors' Collective Agreement (NAPE Local 7405)

CLOSING DATE: September 8, 2025

COMPETITION NO: MUN03290

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment.

If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process, please contact [email protected] directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.

If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of the information on this form, please contact MyHR, Department of Human Resources, at [email protected].

For further information concerning this opportunity, email [email protected], or contact the Human Resources Office, Marine Institute, Room E3306C.

Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.