Production Manager for new site in Norway!

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Søknadsfrist:

September 6th

Arbeidssted:

Nordfjordeid, Norway

Nettside:

smartsalmon.no

Kontakt:

Per Håkon Stenhaug

Managing Director

E-post:

phs@seafoodpeople.net

tlf:

+47 41 57 73 68

Sofie Madeleine Refsnes

Advisor

E-post:

smr@seafoodpeople.net

Tlf:

+47 98 88 42 91

Lene Faye Jordan-Johannessen

Partner

E-post:

lene@seafoodpeople.net

Tlf:

+47 98 25 16 33

Smart Salmon Group, a land-based salmon farming company, is proud to announce its venture into post-smolt production. Using advanced RAS technology from leading suppliers, we aim to produce premium-quality salmon with minimal environmental impact. Smart Salmon Group, a land-based salmon farming company, is proud to announce its venture into post-smolt production. Using advanced RAS technology from leading suppliers, we aim to produce premium-quality salmon with minimal environmental impact. Specializing in large smolt production ranging from 500g to 1 kilo, we also have permission to produce full-size salmon, holding a total license volume of 7500 tons.This strategic move positions us to meet diverse market demands and significantly contribute to the growth of the salmon production industry. Our land-based technology sets a new standard in aquaculture..This strategic move positions us to meet diverse market demands and significantly contribute to the growth of the salmon production industry. Our land-based technology sets a new standard in aquaculture.As the Production Manager at Smart Salmon Group, you will be a key member of our team. You will lead, manage, train, and oversee the roll-out and operations of Smart Salmon Group firstly in Norway, and then potentially in facilities globally. 

Do you want to be an active part of the Smart Salmon future? 

Responsibilities: 

• Recruit, lead, and manage the production team.
• Contribute to the development of the RAS system at all stages.
• Take the lead on fish handling, feeding, feed monitoring, sample weighing, purging, and delivering/harvesting operations. 
• Manage the farm development teams, including coordinating the work of external consultants, experts and equipment suppliers and contributing in farm development meetings.
• Monitor and support the construction teams to ensure that the building structures incorporate the farm systems when under development.
• Take a lead role in establishing digital monitoring and control systems.
• Develop annual production plans, in liaison with other senior management. 
• Manage the ongrowing aspects of the company’s benchmarking and internal auditing process.
• Reviewing, recommending, and incorporating best practice protocols, including relevant external quality standards for fish production/marketing, and/or necessary regulatory compliance in each country. 
• Together with the management team oversee the HSE of the operation. 

To be successful in this role it is essential that you like to be in charge and keep the team focused on objectives. You quickly deal with issues when they arise, working with others to get resources as needed. You collaborate willingly and work effectively with others towards common goals. You provide direction by creating structure and setting clear goals to enable a team to accomplish its objectives.

Qualifications: 

• Degree level qualification, or equivalent, in aquaculture or associated relevant natural science discipline.
• Experience in successfully leading a team is crucial. 
• 5+ years of farming experience, preferably from a management role.
• RAS experience (any species or stage of production), in particular grow-out would be beneficial.
• An understanding of how start-ups work to balance between maturity in corporate governance and operational management.
• Understand practical implications of a fast growth and scaling business environment.
• Fluent in English.

Why Join Smart Salmon Group?

• Joining Smart Salmon Group means being part of a forward-thinking company supported by solid investors, including a leading European equity fund. We are well-positioned to begin the first phase of construction with opportunities for future expansion.
• We offer a competitive compensation package, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a growing industry.
• Our commitment to sustainability and innovation provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of food production.
• The position includes participation in a highly attractive economic incentive plan, designed to reward and motivate our entire management team.

And if you need further persuasion...

Smart Salmon Group aims to play a key role in advancing sustainable food production through two major initiatives:Enhancing Sea-Based Salmon Production:We aim to make sea-based salmon farming more sustainable by shifting a larger part of the production cycle to land. Our project in Norway focuses on producing larger smolt (500-1000 grams) on land, reducing the need for sea-based production. This approach results in fewer lice treatments, reduced disease prevalence, and less environmental impact. Promoting Land-Based Full-Grown Salmon Production:Recognizing the strong market interest in land-based salmon farming, we are committed to making it a sustainable solution for the future with leading technology providers who offers a proven track record of successful implementations and measurable results, solidifying its reputation for excellence in the field. If you are a motivated leader interested in learning more about the company and this position, we look forward to hearing from you!