Chill Room Operator – Night Shift

Promatchconsultancy; Dingwall; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading fish processing company in Dingwall is seeking reliable individuals for a production role involving fresh salmon. Responsibilities include icing, boxing, and palletizing products in a chilly environment, with a starting pay of £13.60 per hour, rising to £14.10 after 3 months. The position offers guaranteed hours, overtime pay, and opportunities for annual leave and permanent roles.

Benefits

Great pay starting at £13.60 per hour

Overtime pay at 1.5× after 40 hours

Bonus potential up to 25% of annual salary

Generous 30 days of annual leave after 12 weeks

Subsidised transport for easy commute

Development and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Reliable and hard-working individuals.
• Comfortable in manual and chilly environments.
• Solid experience in production or warehouse work.

Responsibilities

• Icing and boxing products to standards.
• Building and wrapping pallets for dispatch.
• Handling boxes weighing up to 26 kg.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Timekeeping

Flexibility

Physical fitness

Job description

Are you reliable, resilient and thrive in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment? Join our Client’s processing team in Dingwall, where every box of premium Scottish salmon reflects the company’s commitment to welfare, sustainability and Highland pride. You’ll be part of a business that’s known for doing things differently — from its low‑impact farming methods to its dedication to quality at every stage of the supply chain.

This is more than just a production role — it’s a chance to contribute to a company that’s built on integrity, teamwork and a deep respect for the environment it operates in.

This is a physical role based in the chill room, where attention to detail and stamina are key. You’ll be working with fresh salmon in a role which involves icing boxes, building pallets and handling products that can weigh up to 26 kg. It’s essential work that keeps the supply chain flowing and it’s done with pride.

Why this role stands out

• Great pay: Start at £13.60 ph, rising to £14.10 after 3 months
• Extra earnings: Overtime paid at 1.5× after 40 hours per week
• Bonus potential: Earn up to 25 % of your annual salary upon eligibility
• Reliable hours with flexibility: Guaranteed minimum of 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday with a usual start time of 6 pm. Flexibility is required to meet production demands
• Annual leave perks: After 12 weeks you’ll benefit from a generous 30 days of annual leave
• Easy commute: Subsidised transport from Inverness, Alness & Invergordon
• Room to grow: Development and progression opportunities in a thriving business
• Path to permanency: Start on an agency contract with the potential to move into a permanent role, subject to meeting performance and attendance standards

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be part of a busy night shift team working in the chill area with fresh salmon.

• Icing and boxing product to exacting standards
• Building and wrapping pallets for dispatch
• Lidding boxes
• Supporting the wider production line as needed
• Handling boxes weighing up to 26 kg with care and consistency

Who we’re looking for

• Reliable, hard‑working individuals with solid timekeeping
• Team players who take pride in doing things right
• Comfortable working in a manual, chilly environment
• Physically fit and confident with heavy lifting and repetitive tasks
• Flexible with shifts and hours
• Solid experience in production, warehouse work or from another relevant fast‑paced, hands‑on environment

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and become part of a company that’s proud of its product, its people and its Highland roots.