Fishing Guide
Department of Tourism, Heritage & Culture - 6 Jobs
Kedgwick, NB
Job Details:
Fishing Guide
Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Personal Service Contract
Open Competition
Larry's Gulch Lodge
Interested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB!
Join us and be part of a team that shares a passion for nature, outdoor activities and enhancing visitor experiences at this beautiful and beloved destination!
Who we are:
We invite you to join the Larry's Gulch team! We work in one of the most beautiful places that New Brunswick has to offer while providing meaningful and challenging work. Imagine being able to experience the beauty of the world-class Restigouche River every day!
What you will do:
As a member of the Larry's Gulch Lodge team, you will be responsible for:
- Assisting clients in hooking salmon
- Assisting clients with their fishing equipment and offering advice on fly-fishing techniques
- Transporting clients by canoe to the pools in a safe manner (motor and pole)
- Providing enriching experience to clients in both official languages
- Cleaning canoes and shoreline regularly
- Keeping the guide camp and fishing equipment clean and tidy
- Performing general maintenance at the Lodge
- Performing other related duties as required
Who you are:
Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:
Required Competencies:
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a fly-fishing guide
- Experience operating a motorized canoe in a river setting
- Possession of a valid Emergency First Aid/CPR certificate
- NB Professional Guide License 1
- NB Pleasure Craft Operator License
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Note: Guides must provide the canoe (minimum 26 feet), motor, life jackets, seats, oars and safety equipment as required by Transport Canada regulations
Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.
Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
Wage:
$2,582.00 bi-weekly, based on a 60-hour work week
Canoe rental fee: $1,600.00 per month (or $400.00 per week)
Work environment:
- Office location: Larry's Gulch Lodge
- Hours of work are 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. each day, with a break Friday at 1:00 p.m. until Saturday at 5:00 p.m.
- We promote a scent-reduced environment
What can GNB offer you?
- Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, and the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan
- Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and training
- Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services
Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.
How to apply:
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected] by May 3, 2026, indicating competition number R18-2026/2027-001. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.
Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Human Resource Branch
Marysville Place, 4th floor
P.O. Box 6000, Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
(506) 453-3115
We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
- Please note that a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check are required prior to appointment
As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.
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