Marine Operative

Bakkafrost Scotland; Creagorry; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share bonus program

Non-contributory life insurance

Critical illness cover

31 days’ holiday per year

Relocation support

Overtime (x1.5 Mon-Sat, x2 Sun)

Away from Home Allowance

Long service award

Professional development support

Health & safety commitment

Investment in people & technology

Wider Wallet Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Bakkafrost Scotland in the West Highlands and Islands is seeking a Marine Operative to support day-to-day operations under the guidance of the Senior Marine Operative and Marine Site Manager. You will help maintain husbandry, fish health and welfare, quality standards, and health and safety on marine sites.

This full-time role includes a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package such as share bonus, life insurance, sick pay, generous holiday entitlement with buy/sell options,

Job description

RoleAt 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
• 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
• Plus non-contractual overtime (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
• 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