Lead Fish Processing & Filleting Specialist

Pesky Fish; Burry Port; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome Bonus

Matched Pension Contributions

Team Training in Japan

Job summary

Pesky Fish in Burry Port, Wales, is seeking a Master Blockman/Filleter to lead high-volume hand-filleting and yield optimisation for roundfish, flatfish, trout and shellfish. You will supervise the knife team, train juniors, and ensure delivery within tight time windows.

The role prioritises HACCP hygiene, product grading, and strict safety standards while maintaining top quality and weight accuracy. A welcome bonus and pension contributions are offered, with team training in Japan.

Qualifications

• Commercial seafood experience in senior/mastrolevel roles.
• Proven ability to hand-fillete and portion multiple species.
• Knowledge of blade maintenance, PPE and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead hand-processing, filleting, skinning, and portioning across species.
• Train and mentor junior filleters and line staff.
• Ensure throughput targets and cold-chain compliance.

Skills

Team Leadership

Punctuality

Quality Focus

Physical Fitness

Education

Food Safety Level 2/3 (Manufacturing)

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Pesky Fish in Burry Port, Wales, is seeking a Master Blockman/Filleter to lead high-volume hand-filleting and yield optimisation for roundfish, flatfish, trout and shellfish. You will supervise the knife team, train juniors, and ensure delivery within tight time windows.

The role prioritises HACCP hygiene, product grading, and strict safety standards while maintaining top quality and weight accuracy. A welcome bonus and pension contributions are offered, with team training in Japan.