Freshwater Lead Technician

Posted 18 Nov 2022

Bakkafrost

Applecross (Food Manufacturing)


Job Type:permanentDuration:
Category:Food ManufacturingRecruiter Reference:MP-37854-18375
URL for Applications:Apply HereSalary:Package up to £31,707.12 per annum plus On-Call premiums and overtime paid at enhanced rates.

At Bakkafrost Scotland we breed, rear and process superior salmon in the pristine waters of the West Highlands and Islands.  As Freshwater Lead Technician you will work as directed by the Site Manager in the daily operation of your assigned RAS unit.  In this role you will lead the husbandry, welfare and freshwater activities (including water analysis, grading, vaccination and stock intake and transfer) in a specific RAS unit and supervise assigned Technicians in their daily duties.  Click on the job specification link for full details of the role.  In addition to a competitive salary, including a recent increase to help support our employees through the cost of living crisis, 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
  • Overtime paid daily
  • 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

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