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LOCH FYNE OYSTERS' Hebridean Mussels site is located on the beautiful Isle of Lewis, situated off the west coast of Scotland - a stunning place to live and work.

● POSITION: SEA OPERATIVE.

● PAY RATE: £14.15 per hour.

● CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent.

● CONTRACTED HOURS: 40 hours per week (Full Time).

● OVERTIME: Paid at x1.5 basic rate for hours worked over 40 hours per week.

● OTHER INFO: Driving licence and your own transport are essential for this role.

WHAT WE OFFER:

● 28 days holiday per annum (pro-rata).

● Employee App with a variety of benefits including access to a private GP consultation, discounts, legal advice etc.

● Company Pension Scheme.

● Death In Service (Life Assurance) Scheme.

● Cycle to work Scheme.

● Staff discounts.

● Comprehensive training.

● Staff development opportunities.

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and self-motivated person to join our HEBRIDEAN MUSSELS TEAM, assisting with the farming and processing of shellfish at our EARSHADER site, located on the ISLE OF LEWIS, OUTER HEBRIDES. The ideal person will be able to work well within a small, focused team. Previous aquaculture experience with transferrable related skills and qualifications would be beneficial. The role will involve working outside, including boat handling, as well as inside the site’s Mussel Farm Centre.

Day to day duties will vary and include:

● Husbandry and harvesting of shellfish using designated equipment.

● Grading and packing shellfish.

● Boat handling / operation.

● Assisting with transporting shellfish to designated areas.

● A range of cleaning and housekeeping duties throughout the site.

Qualifications:

● Powerboat Level 2 Commercially Endorsed or equivalent qualification would be advantageous.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY 18TH APRIL 2025.

RIGHT TO WORK: Before applying for this job, you must have the right to work and live legally in the UK.

HOW TO APPLY: Submit your CV on-line: recruitment@lochyne.com or contact our HR Team for an Application Form - Tel: 01499 600462.

SITE LOCATION: West Earshader, Bernera, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9LP.