B.C.’s farm, fish, and food sectors offer a wide range of career opportunities, from entry-level and general labour to technical, specialized, and management roles. How do you find the right fit? Explore different roles and discover how your skills and salary expectations align with jobs in your area. Grow your career while helping feed communities across the province.
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Horticulture and livestock
Description: Work on crop or livestock, farms by providing support for crop harvests, raising animals and/or fixing farm equipment and buildings
Skills Match: Adaptability, People Skills, Continuous Learning
Physical Labour Level: Medium to High
Salary Range: Min. wage* - $6,000 per month
*You may be paid a set hourly rate or a piece rate which varies depending upon how much you pick.
Food and beverage processing
Description: Work in food and beverage plants such as: fruit and vegetable processing, dairies, flour mills, bakeries, breweries and distilleries.
Skills Match: Coordination, People Skills, Time Management
Physical Labour Level: Low to Medium
Salary Range: Min. wage to $6,000 per month
B.C. has a variety of farm, fish and food regions. It’s home to more than 200 land based commodities and 100 marine based commodities. In fact, many of these jobs are right outside your backyard. Jobs can range from general labour to management and specialized roles. There are employment opportunities for every skill set. Explore opportunities near you, and help grow your career!
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