Marine Husbandry

Marine Husbandry

Setterness North & South of Linga

£28,150 – £30,650

Closing date: 2nd May 2025

We have an opportunity for Marine Husbandry staff to join the team at our Setterness North and South of Linga marine farms. Whether you’re just starting out or bring years of experience, this could be the career opportunity you are looking for.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The husbandry role is crucial to our success in ensuring the best management of our superior quality Scottish salmon. We want people to lead on fish health, feed and performance; to lead on Health and Safety; to drive change; to stretch us and themselves and in doing so, gain industry-leading rewards. Our husbandry roles are goal-led, continuously evolving and highly creative and we want the very best experts to deliver for our fish. Duties include general farm tasks, boat handling and maintenance and fish welfare.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for ambitious individuals who are team players, proactive in health and safety and who pride themselves in delivering to a high standard. The husbandry role is rewarding and can lead to various career progression opportunities.

Experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

ABOUT THE PACKAGE

We offer 31 days holiday (increasing to 32 with length of service), life cover, subsidised gym memberships, pension scheme, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme, prescription eyewear discount plus pre-school childcare contribution.

ABOUT SCOTTISH SEA FARMS

With 46 marine farms, 3 freshwater hatcheries and 2 processing facilities across our estate we know that growing the best quality salmon doesn’t only rely on the best farming locations but also having the best teams in place across our business.

As a recognised employer across the West Coast, Highlands and Northern Isles, we are committed to supporting the local economies where we live and work. We provide employment and career development opportunities, backed by triple accreditation through Investors in People, to support our team and encourage them to build professional career paths.