Farm Technician

HIJOBS; Moffat; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A Scottish aquaculture company is seeking Farm Technicians for their freshwater salmon site in Moffat, United Kingdom. This full-time position involves managing feeding, conducting fish inspections, environmental monitoring, and ensuring high standards of fish health and welfare. The role averages 43 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with some weekend cover required. Ideal candidates will be committed to maintaining equipment and biosecurity standards.

Responsibilities

• Feeding management and fish inspections.
• Environmental monitoring and boat operations.
• Equipment and site maintenance.
• Upholding high standards of fish health, welfare, and biosecurity.

Job description

Migdale Smolt Ltd, a Scottish-owned, family-run aquaculture company, is recruiting Farm Technicians for our Jubilee, Loch Shin freshwater salmon site. This is a full time role averaging 43 hours per week, Monday-Friday, plus some additional weekend cover

Key Responsibilities:

• Feeding management and fish inspections
• Environmental monitoring and boat operations
• Equipment and site maintenance
• Upholding high standards of fish health, welfare, and biosecurity