Job requirements Fish Plant Worker in Canada

National Occupational Classification update

We have updated this page to reflect the transition to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC). This means that the occupation "fish plant worker" was moved from the group Fish and seafood plant workers (NOC 9463) to the group Fish and seafood plant workers (NOC 94142).

Find out what you typically need to work as a fish plant worker in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Fish and seafood plant workers (NOC 94142).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Some secondary school education may be required.
  • On-the-job training is required.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated in your province or territory.

Table listing provincial regulation requirements
Location Job title Regulation Regulatory body
Québec Fish And Seafood Plant Workers Regulated Emploi Québec

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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