LOCH FYNE OYSTERS' Hebridean Mussels site is located on the beautiful Isle of Lewis, situated off the west coast of Scotland. The Isle of Lewis forms the main island in the Outer Hebrides and has an abundance of dramatic landscapes, a unique Gaelic culture and fascinating history; wild mountains, immense white beaches and rugged coastlines - a stunning place to live and work.
POSITION: PRODUCTION ASSISTANT.
PAY RATE: £13.00 per hour.
CONTRACT TYPE: Temporary - 6 Months; with the potential to become 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.
AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY ...
Would you like to make the great outdoors your office?
Do you take pleasure in seeing the tangible results of your efforts?
Do you enjoy the physical aspects of your work?
If the answer to the above is yes, you might be able to start an exciting career in aquaculture.
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 is not required as full training will be provided. The role will involve working outside, 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.
Assisting with transporting shellfish to designated areas.
A range of cleaning and housekeeping duties throughout the site.
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 or contact our HR Team for an Application Form - Tel: 01499 600462
SITE LOCATION: West Earshader, Bernera, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9LP.