Jump Recruitment is seeking a dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative General Manager (Full Time) for our client, Ocean Choice International, based in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.
Ocean Choice International (Ocean Choice) is one of Atlantic Canada's most diversified seafood companies, sustainably producing and marketing a full range of shellfish, groundfish and pelagic species. All of this would not happen without our people working right here at home. At Ocean Choice, we're all about families, connected to each other and our communities.
Ocean Choice is currently seeking a dynamic, highly skilled and innovative individual for the position of General Manager to join their Fleet Operations Group located in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. With dual reporting into the Chief Executive Officer and the President, the General Manager is responsible for the safe and environmentally responsible management of all aspects of one shrimp or groundfish fishing vessel.
As a key member of the shore-based support team, the General Manager is responsible for developing and implementing effective vessel management strategies, including but not limited to efficient turnaround schedules; fishing plan activities; and preventative maintenance oversight, including coordinating activities with vessel crew and maintenance supervisors. The General Manager is responsible for coordinating compliance with all federal and provincial safety legislation requirements as well as corporate objectives. The General Manager will also implement, prepare and review monthly vessel reports; and lead numerous projects that contribute to Ocean Choice's culture of continuous improvement to drive effective and efficient vessel operations.
The following are the qualifications for the role of General Manager:

• Possess training in a marine discipline or a relevant degree in business, fisheries management or related fields.
• Minimum of five years' experience managing vessels, ideally in the fishing industry.
• Strong knowledge of maritime regulations and safety standards
• Proficiency in navigating various fleet management systems
• Ability to make critical decisions under pressure

The candidate we are seeking is a natural collaborator that will motivate and work with our sales and marketing team, quality assurance, and finance and accounting team. You are a solutions-focused, experienced professional with sound judgment, analytical and problem-solving skills and you have the capability to manage multiple projects in a demanding, fast-paced work environment.
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. An excellent benefits package, including health and an RRSP program, is available.
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For more information, please contact: Jacqui Janes | Senior Recruiter | [email protected] | Jump Recruitment | www.jumpcareers.ca

At Jump Recruitment, we recognize the value of diversity and are committed to making intentional steps toward building inclusive teams that better reflect the communities Higher Talent and the organizations we serve operate within. We believe that inclusion is not just about making room at the table but about seeking out talent through a diversity lens and letting everyone know that their unique perspectives are important contributions to building stronger workplaces in a changing world. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for our posted positions. We welcome candidates to self-identify or make our recruitment team aware of any potential accommodations they may need during the recruitment process. This opportunity is only available for candidates legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.
Ocean Choice is an equal-opportunity employer with a competitive compensation and benefits package.