Ref
18578
Activity
Salmon farming
Location
Lewis/Harris
Employment type
Full-time
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
18/10/2024
Description

At Bakkafrost Scotland we breed, rear and process superior salmon in the pristine waters of the West Highlands and Islands.  As a mobile Marine Engineering Technician you will work as directed by the Engineering Manager, across our Marine Sites. You will ensure the highest standards of maintenance of all our shore based and marine assets. You should be familiar with the maintenance of both petrol and diesel engines and Marine vessels. Basic fabrication skills would also be preferable - 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 (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