Farm Technicians (Corry and Ardessie)
| Posting date: | 30 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,258 to £31,648 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 October 2025 |
| Location: | Garve, IV23 2PR |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HIJOBS |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 371013 |
Summary
Farm Technicians
Corry andArdessie
Basic Salary£28,258 to £31,648 per annum
Ability to earn up to15% per annum in a cyclical bonus
Overtime available atan enhanced rate
Are you a highly motivated individual looking to start or expand youraquaculture career? We are currently looking for passionate and highlymotivated individuals to make a difference at the Company’s Wester Ross Seawatersites at Corry and Ardmair, near Ullapool.
At the Company’s Wester Ross seawater sites wefocus on the traditional ways of operating; using low levels ofmechanisation, often by hand, using traditional skills and natural methods, yetwe don't ignore the benefits of science and innovation, drawing upon bothto optimise our welfare and our operations with the aimof producing an exceptional salmon.
The position is perfect for individuals or thosewith families; looking to settle or remain in the Scottish highlands. An areaknown for its natural beauty both on land and at sea. Ullapool and the localvillages that surround it are ideal locations for those who want to explore thehighlands or others who want a more rural lifestyle
If you are ambitious and motivated and want to work with a likemindedteam, then this is the role for you. This post is offered on a full time,permanent basis. The successful candidate will be required to work 40 hours perweek, any 5 days out of 7. Accommodation support available.
About the job
The farm technician role is a crucial part of the operations processand ensures that the best management of our salmon is undertaken. We need ourtechnicians to strive for continuous improvement and deliver on all aspects offarm work to keep the team on track and performing well. The job includes, butis 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 whole operation running
Ideal candidate
The ideal candidate should have an interest in the aquacultureindustry and be willing to learn. They will be willing to expand theirunderstanding and work hard on the job.
- Experience is desirable, but not essential as training will be provided
- You will be required to hold, or 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 to support the rest of the team to achieve these
- Respect for the need for safe working practices
- Drivers licence is essential. No driving licence? Don’t worry, we can help with the cost of lessons
What does Mowi offer?
Inreturn for your effort, you will be part of the team in a constantly expandingindustry. Our Mowi Rewards include:
- A competitive salary;
- Overtime available at an enhanced rate;
- Cyclical bonus scheme with the ability to earn up to 15% of your salary per annum;
- 31 days annual leave per annum, increasing with length of service;
- Accommodation support;
- Medical Cover with Equipsme;
- Generous pension scheme;
- Life assurance cover;
- Cycle to work scheme;
- Healthy Lifestyle contribution to support an active lifestyle;
- 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 for you, we would love to hearfrom you! Please visit mowi.com/careers to apply.
Deadline to apply: Sunday17 October 2025
Please note, weretain the right to close this vacancy or keep it open subject to volume andquality of applications. We would therefore encourage candidates to submit anapplication as soon as possible.
Mowi values diversityin the workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. To apply for thisvacancy, you must be eligible to work in the UK.