Open applications for Quality Controller

Aker QRILL Company is a world leader in the sustainable production of krill-based products. We are dedicated to enhancing the nutritional value of feed for aquaculture and livestock and contributing to a more sustainable global food system. Our business has experienced consistent growth within the Aker BioMarine organization. In 2024 we were spun out as a stand-alone entity, and we remain a reputable company in the maritime industry known for a focus on operational excellence. 

We are now looking for two Quality Controllers who will work on board our vessels in Antarctica

Quality Controller

QC is overall responsible and in charge of all product quality controls and quality systems on board the vessel. Included are control of products and production lines. Furthermore, responsible for maintaining and operating the laboratory, as well as maintenance and ordering spare parts for components/instruments involved in the QC department and for follow up HSE strategy and HACCAP on board the vessel.

Responsibility during operation

• Overall responsible for all QC procedures in the Factory department


• Good knowledge of all production procedures and ensure that they are followed.


• Follow up and archive GMP relevant training records according to Competence Matrix


• If applicable follow up QC assistant


• Responsible for internal audits during operation


• Perform inspections of cleaning


• Identify and report possible improvements related to production, safety, sampling, analysis etc.


• Ordering of consumables for QC lab, using the purchasing ERP system


• Ensure that QC lab inventory is kept up to date.


• Report to Bridge and Main Office as required


• Report in ShipAdmin as required


• Create handover notes for oncoming QC

Safety responsibility

• HSE representative


• Secretary for all HSE meetings. The position is a link between all crew members and Captain related to HSE issues.


• Call for HSE meetings on regular intervals or when needed.


• Take part in regular sanitary inspections and Safety Officers inspection of safety equipment. Sign documents from inspections.


• Forward comments from such inspections to Captain and DPA


• Be familiar with duties according to "station bill" and muster lists for life rafts.


• Wear safety equipment as required.


• HSE MS: Comply fully with the requirements in the Company’s HSE MS system, national as well as international rules and legislations and other precautions currently valid on board.


• Drills: According to “Emergency Plan”


• HSE Activities: Actively take part in HSE meetings and programs, event reporting etc.

Desired characteristics

• Experience from working at sea is preferred


• Structured and able to work independently


• Accurate and conscientious


• Good communication skills both verbal and in writing, English is work language


• Positive mind-set, solution-oriented


• Enjoys new challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory work.


• Education within laboratory, food technology or chemistry. 


• Desire to start an offshore career.


• Have good English knowledge (AKBM`s work language). 


• Enjoy working in an international team.


• Appreciate new challenges, seeking new tasks and continuous improvements.


• Systematic and responsible with drive and self-motivation

We offer

• A safe and attractive workplace


• Fixed annual salary


• Good working environment on board


• Pension and insurance scheme


• 12/7 shift; 12 hours on, 12 hours off, 7 days a week for the entire rotation


• Shift rotation: One shift on; approx. 85 days and two shifts off, averaging 150 sea days per year and about 120 - 130 days off between trips. Travel to and from fishing ground is about one week each way at the beginning and the end of the rotation, using ports in Uruguay, Chile, and Falkland Islands for embarkation on cargo and passenger vessel, bringing crew to fishing vessels on fishing ground.

Does this sound like an exciting opportunity? Please don't hesitate to apply as we will be contacting candidates on an ongoing basis. 

Please send your application letter and CV in either English or Norwegian via the application link. Questions may be directed to [email protected].

About Aker QRILL Company:

We develop ingredients for use in the aquaculture and animal feed markets, as well as deliver raw materials for production of human health supplements. Our value chain stretches from our vessels and sustainable krill harvesting operations in Antarctica, through our logistics hub in Montevideo, and all the way to customers around the world.

The Company operates a fleet of four vessels, including one cargo vessel and three fishing vessels, leading krill fishing within the Antarctic region. The three fishing vessels operate on the fishing grounds year-round, except for one month in October, which is dedicated to maintenance and repairs while the cargo vessel transports products and crew to and from the fishing grounds throughout the year.

Our offices are located in Fornebu and Ålesund, with the logistics base and product warehouse in Montevideo, Uruguay. We are about 500 employees globally, of which about 430 work on board our krill vessels in Antarctica. We are a diverse company with more than 25 nationalities, spread across all time zones and most continents. Together, we form an international, high performing, diverse and fun work environment.

Working with us means you appreciate diversity, are highly skilled within your field and can cope with unexpected situations. You enjoy a fast pace, tolerate quick decisions and continuously ongoing changes. You are a true team player who “chips in” when the situation requires so.

QRILL™ Aqua is a functional feed ingredient for shrimp, marine fish, and salmonids, increasing productivity in aquaculture - through improved growth, health and quality.

QRILL™ Pet is a functional ingredient for pet nutrition with documented health benefits for companion animals. Proven in numerous studies to benefit pet health, the omega-3s help maintain the health of the heart, kidneys, liver, joints, brain, eyes, skin and coat.

Why should you be part of our team?

You can expect hard work and a lot of fun and challenges. In return we promise you will be part of an exciting journey. If you show initiative and desire for more responsibility, we will give it to you and support you along the way. We strongly believe that our team of people want to do their best. All in the spirit of being the leading company in our industry and always striving to raise the bar.