Marine Operative

Bakkafrost; Scotland; Remote; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share bonus program

Market-leading pension

Non-contributory life insurance and CR

Generous Occupational Sick Pay

31 days’ holiday per year (incl. pub.)

Enhanced relocation support

Overtime paid daily (x1.5 Mon-Sat, x2)

Working Away from Home Allowance

Long service award £500/£2,000

Employee recognition scheme

Professional development support and E

Job summary

Bakkafrost Scotland is seeking a Marine Operative to support the day-to-day operation of its marine sites on the Isle of Lewis. You will work under the Senior Marine Operative and Marine Site Manager, upholding top standards of husbandry, fish health and welfare, and safety across operations.

The role includes overtime and weekend requirements, with a focus on reliability and continuous improvement in the Scottish salmon farming environment.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

Ref 18765 Activity Salmon farming Location Kyles Vuia, Isle of Lewis Employment type Full-time Salary Package up to £36,925.86* per annum (*includes contractual overtime, at least 1 in 3 weekends) Closing date 13/11/2026

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 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.

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
• Enhanced relocation support
• Overtime paid daily (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
• 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