Senior Marine Operative - 2 week on, 2 week off

Bakkafrost Group; Portree; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading salmon farming company in Scotland seeks a Senior Marine Operative to oversee the daily operations of marine sites. The role includes supervising Marine Operatives, maintaining high standards of fish health and welfare, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. The position offers a competitive salary package, inclusive of various benefits such as a share bonus program and generous holiday entitlement. Ideal candidates will have strong supervisory skills and experience in aquaculture.

Benefits

Share bonus program

Market-leading pension

Non-contributory life insurance

Generous Occupational Sick Pay

31 days’ holiday per year

Enhanced relocation support

Discretionary Area Allowance

Overtime paid daily

Long service award

Employee recognition scheme

Professional development support

Wider Wallet Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in marine operations and aquaculture preferred.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Marine Operatives in daily operations.
• Ensure compliance with fish health and welfare standards.
• Manage quality control and health & safety compliance.

Skills

Supervision of Marine Operatives

Compliance with health and safety standards

Knowledge of husbandry practices

Job description

Senior Marine Operative - 2 week on, 2 week off

Ref 18710 Activity Salmon farming Location Portree, Isle of Skye Employment type Full-time Salary Package up to £44,453.22* inclusive of 7% shift allowance and flexible benefits option. Closing date 09/01/2026

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 - 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
• 31 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays) and the option to buy or sell up to 3 days’ entitlement
• Enhanced relocation support
• Discretionary Area Allowance of £2,000
• Living Support
• Overtime paid daily (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