At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team as a Deckhand, ensuring top-notch salmon management and farm operations.
- Company: Mowi, the world's leading seafood company with a focus on sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, medical cover, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Flexible shifts, career progression opportunities, and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Kickstart your aquaculture career in a rewarding and dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Interest in aquaculture; training provided; driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 29389 - 32914 £ per year.
Basic Salary £29,389 to £32,914 per annum. Ability to earn an annual bonus. Overtime available at an enhanced rate.
Are you a highly motivated individual looking to start or expand your aquaculture career? We are currently looking for a passionate and highly motivated Deckhand based at our seawater site at Erisort; however, you may be required to travel to other sites as and when required. The varied role of Deckhand / Farm Technician is challenging, but ultimately very rewarding and can lead to a variety of fulfilling career progression opportunities. If you are ambitious and motivated and want to work with a likeminded team, then this is the role for you.
The successful candidate will be required to work on a 1 week on / 1 week off rotational basis. No accommodation is provided with the role.
About the job:
- Vessel housekeeping and maintenance
- Inspection and maintenance of equipment and facilities around the farm
- Monitoring and maintaining fish health and welfare
- Daily environmental checks
- Maintaining high biosecurity levels
- General farm tasks to keep the whole operation running
The ideal candidate should have an interest in the aquaculture industry and be willing to learn. They will be willing to expand their understanding and work hard on the job. Experience is desirable, but not essential as training will be provided.
You will be required to hold, or be able to obtain, and retain an ML5 or ENG1 medical certificate. A flexible approach to working to meet the demands of the job is necessary, along with a positive attitude and willingness to learn. You should be able to understand the aims of the site and support the rest of the team to achieve these, while respecting the need for safe working practices. A driver's licence is essential. No driving licence? Don’t worry, we can help with the cost of lessons.
What does Mowi offer?
- Overtime available at an enhanced rate
- Ability to participate in a cyclical and annual bonus scheme
- 1 week on / off shift pattern
- Medical Cover with Equipsme
- 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
- Plus many more
Deadline to apply: Sunday 6th September 2026. 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.
Deckhand (Erisort) Lewis & Harris, UK due on 09/06/2026 employer: PARETO SECURITIES AS
Mowi is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees, offering a unique work-life balance with a two-week on/two-week off shift pattern and on-site housing. The supportive work culture fosters continuous learning and growth, ensuring that every farm technician has access to training and development opportunities in a beautiful coastal location. Join us at our Torridon site, where you can thrive in a rewarding career while contributing to sustainable salmon farming practices.
