Marine Operative

Bakkafrost Scotland; Strome; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aquaculture company is seeking a Marine Operative to support the daily operations of marine sites in Canada. The role involves ensuring compliance with high standards of fish health and welfare, while working closely with senior staff. The company offers a competitive salary alongside a share bonus program, generous holiday entitlement, and extensive professional development opportunities, making it an exciting choice for those looking to grow their careers in marine operations.

Benefits

Share bonus program

Market-leading pension

Non-contributory life insurance

Generous Occupational Sick Pay

31 days’ holiday

Enhanced relocation support

Long service award

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience in marine operations preferred.
• Ability to adhere to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day operations of marine sites.
• Ensure compliance with fish health and welfare standards.
• Work under direction of senior staff.

Job description

Role

At Bakkafrost Scotland we breed, rear and process superior salmon in the pristine waters of the West Highlands and Islands. If you are an ambitious and motivated person looking for your next challenge in an exciting workplace, now is the perfect time to take your next step with Bakkafrost Scotland.

As a Marine Operative you will work as directed by the Senior Marine Operative and Marine Site Manager in the day‑to‑day operation of the marine sites, ensuring compliance with the highest standards of husbandry, fish health and welfare, quality standards and health and safety – click on the job specification link for full details of the role.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer the following:

• Share bonus program
• Market‑leading pension
• Non‑contributory life insurance and individual critical illness cover
• Generous Occupational Sick Pay
• 31 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays) and the option to buy or sell up to 3 days’ entitlement
• Enhanced relocation support
• Discretionary Area Allowance of £2,000
• Overtime paid daily (paid at x1.5 Monday to Saturday and x2 Sunday)
• Working Away from Home Allowance
• Long service award – £500 after 5 years’ service, £2,000 after 10 years’ service
• Employee recognition scheme
• Professional development support and employee assistance program
• A commitment to health & safety and an excellent occupational health service
• Continuing investment in our business, our people and our technology
• Wider Wallet Scheme giving access to discounts from over 14,500 retailers in the UK
• Cycle to Work Scheme – saving between 25‑39% on the cost of a new bike