Junior Veterinarian

Bakkafrost Scotland; Cairndow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aquaculture firm in Cairndow is seeking a Junior Veterinarian to advocate for the health and welfare of salmon stock. In this role, you will ensure health oversight across all production stages and guide operational teams on best practices in aquaculture. The position offers a competitive salary along with numerous benefits, including a share bonus program, private health care, and generous holiday allowance. An excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to grow in the field.

Benefits

Share bonus program

Market-leading pension

Non-contributory life insurance

Generous Occupational Sick Pay

31 days’ holiday plus buy/sell option

Individual private health care

Enhanced relocation support

Discretionary Area Allowance of £2,000

Long service award

Employee recognition scheme

Professional development support

Access to discounts from retailers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with fish health and welfare practices in aquaculture.
• Ability to assess fish stock across different production stages.
• Strong communication skills for guiding operational site teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide health oversight and assessment of salmon stock.
• Guide operational teams on best practices for fish welfare.
• Lead strategic approaches to aquaculture health management.

Skills

Fish Health Oversight

Aquaculture Expertise

Proactive Approach

Job description

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 Junior Veterinarian you will be a key advocate for the health and welfare of our salmon & cleaner fish stock, providing expertise to the business in all aspects of aquaculture. Being responsible for ensuring full health oversight and assessment of fish stock across all stages of production whilst leading industry best practice with a proactive and strategic approach, you will guide operational site teams in all aspects of Fish Health and Welfare - 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
• Individual private health care
• Enhanced relocation support
• Personal use of a site vehicle
• Discretionary Area Allowance of £2,000
• 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