Marine Operative (2 weeks on/off)

Bakkafrost Scotland; Strathcarron; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share bonus program

Market-leading pension

Non-contributory life insurance and 1x

Critical illness cover

Generous Occupational Sick Pay

22 days holiday

Accommodation Support

Relocation support

Working Away From Home Allowance

Long service award

Employee recognition scheme

Professional development support

Occupational health service

Wider Wallet discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Bakkafrost Scotland is recruiting a Marine Operative to support the day-to-day running of the marine sites. You will help maintain husbandry, fish health and welfare, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards under the Marine Site Manager's direction.

The role is full-time with a salary package up to £35,663.58 per annum, including a shift allowance and a flexible benefits option, plus relocation and accommodation support as noted in the offer.

Responsibilities

• Operate under the Marine Site Manager to support the day-to-day operation of the marine sites, ensuring husbandry, fish health and welfare, quality standards and health and safety.

Job description

Ref 18786 Activity Salmon farming Location Aird, By Sheildaig Employment type Full-time Salary Package up to £35,663.58* per annum *includes a shift allowance and flexible benefits option Closing date 16/10/2026 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 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
• Market-leading pension
• Non-contributory life insurance and individual critical illness cover
• Generous Occupational Sick Pay
• 22 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays) and the option to buy or sell up to 2 days’ entitlement (based on 11.43 hours worked per day)
• Enhanced relocation support
• Accommodation Support
• 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