Senior Marine Operative

Bakkafrost Scotland; Dunoon; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share bonus program

Pension

Life insurance & critical illness

Sick Pay

Holiday entitlement

Relocation support

Overtime pay

Long service awards

Employee recognition

Professional development

Health & safety focus

Company investment

Wider Wallet discounts

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Bakkafrost Scotland is seeking a Senior Marine Operative to supervise the Marine Operatives 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, the post offers a comprehensive benefits package including a share bonus program, market‑leading pension, life insurance, generous sickness pay and substantial holiday allowance, plus relocation

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Marine Operatives in the day-to-day operation of the marine sites, ensuring compliance with high standards of husbandry, fish health and welfare, quality standards and health and safety.

Job description

Ref 18784 Activity Salmon farming Location Ardyne, Toward Employment type Full-time Salary Package to £47,542.04* per annum (*includes contractual overtime, at least 1 in 3 weekends) Closing date 11/10/2026 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 Senior Marine Operative you will supervise the Marine Operatives in the day-to-day operation of the marine sties, 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
• Plus non-contractual overtime (paid at x1.5 Monday to Saturday and x2 Sunday)
• 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