Shellfish labourer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for shellfish labourer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for shellfish labourer is 95107 (Labourers in fish and seafood processing), a TEER 5 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
95107
TEER 5 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 95107 covers
Labourers in fish and seafood processing perform clean-up, packaging, material handling and other elemental activities related to fish and seafood processing. They are employed in fish and seafood processing and packaging plants.
| Unit group | 95107 — Labourers in fish and seafood processing |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 5 — usually short-term work demonstration and no formal education |
| Broad category | Occupations in manufacturing and utilities |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Unload fish and shellfish from fishing vessels and transport them by hand or forklift truck to work area in fish processing plant
- Immerse fresh fish fillets in brine solution to condition them for wrapping or freezing
- Weigh fish or shellfish, record weight and pack fish in ice
- Sort fish according to species, weight and destination
- Clean work areas and equipment
- Transport supplies and packaging materials throughout plant and storage area manually or with powered equipment
To use NOC 95107 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 95107 →
Other job titles under NOC 95107
- Cannery labourer
- Fish plant labourer
- Fish weigher
- Fish briner - fish processing
- Fish salter - fish processing
- Shellfish packer - fish processing
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 95107, one of these may fit better:
- Brewery labourer — NOC 95106 (Labourers in food and beverage processing, TEER 5)
- Cattle ranch labourer — NOC 85100 (Livestock labourers, TEER 5)
- Cemetery labourer — NOC 85121 (Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers, TEER 5)
- Clothing plant labourer — NOC 95109 (Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities, TEER 5)
- Concrete paving labourer — NOC 75110 (Construction trades helpers and labourers, TEER 5)
- Construction labourer — NOC 75110 (Construction trades helpers and labourers, TEER 5)
- Electrical products labourer — NOC 95109 (Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities, TEER 5)
- Food processing labourer — NOC 95106 (Labourers in food and beverage processing, TEER 5)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for shellfish labourer?+
In NOC 2021, "shellfish labourer" is an example title in unit group 95107 — Labourers in fish and seafood processing. It is a TEER 5 occupation in the "Occupations in manufacturing and utilities" broad category.
Is shellfish labourer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 95107 is TEER 5. IRCC only counts TEER 0–3 work as skilled experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class, so this work generally won't qualify for those programs on its own. Some provincial programs accept TEER 4–5 work.
Does shellfish labourer get extra CRS points?+
NOC 95107 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a shellfish labourer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 95107 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says shellfish labourer but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 95107. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.