Overview
Farm Technician – Loch Etive
Basic Salary £28,258 to £31,648 per annum. Overtime available at an enhanced rate.
Are you a highly motivated individual looking to start or expand your aquaculture career? The role is at the Company’s Seawater site at Loch Etive. The position is full time and permanent, with a 40-hour work week, any 5 days out of 7.
Loch Etive is a Post Smolt loch consisting of 3 farms growing 2.6 million salmon to a size of 500 g – 1200 g, which will then be transferred to our production sites within the Company. A 6-month growing cycle is used, after which salmon are transferred out and Loch Etive undergoes a 4-week fallow period before receiving the next batch.
About the job
The farm technician role is a crucial part of the operations process and ensures the best management of our salmon. We aim for continuous improvement and to deliver on all aspects of farm work to keep the team on track. The job includes, but is not limited to:
* Leading on feed, control and inspection of fish
* Site housekeeping and maintenance
* Inspection and maintenance of equipment and facilities around the farm
* Identification and reporting of sea lice levels
* Monitoring and maintaining fish health and welfare
* Daily environmental checks
* Boat handling around the farm
* Maintaining high biosecurity levels
* General farm tasks to keep the entire operation running
Ideal candidate
The ideal candidate should have an interest in the aquaculture industry and be willing to learn. They will be motivated to expand their understanding and work hard on the job.
* Experience is desirable, but not essential as training will be provided
* You should hold, or be able to obtain, and retain an ML5 or ENG1 medical certificate
* Flexible approach to working to meet the demands of the job
* A positive attitude and willingness to learn
* Ability to understand the aims of the site and support the rest of the team to achieve these
* Respect for the need for safe working practices
* Driver's licence is essential. If you don’t have one, the company can help with driving lessons
What does Mowi offer?
In return for your effort, you will be part of a team in a growing industry. Our Mowi Rewards include:
* A competitive salary
* Overtime available at an enhanced rate
* Participation in a cyclical and annual bonus scheme
* 31 days annual leave per annum, increasing with length of service
* Medical cover with Equipsme
* Generous pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Cycle to work scheme
* Healthy lifestyle contribution
* Employee discounts at participating retailers
* Occupational Health Support & Employee Assistance Programme
* Training & Development opportunities
* Plus many more
If this role sounds like the right fit, please apply at mowi.com/careers.
Deadline to apply
Deadline to apply: Sunday 21st September 2025
Notes
Please note, we retain the right to close this vacancy or keep it open subject to volume and quality of applications. We would therefore encourage candidates to submit an application as soon as possible.
Mowi values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. To apply for this vacancy, you must be eligible to work in the UK. This vacancy does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
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