THE COMPANY
Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America, and Australia. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.
Cooke Scotland is committed to responsible and sustainable production and the delivery of high-quality products through a number of accreditations.
THE ROLE
We are currently seeking a Freshwater Operative for our Ardtaraig Hatchery, Dunoon. As part of a small team, you will assist your colleagues in building strong key relationships and ensuring a safe working environment for all.
The successful candidate will find themselves directly reportable to the Freshwater Manager for Ardtaraig and will carry out a range of work which will include all aspects of the day-to-day husbandry throughout the freshwater production cycle, whilst maintaining the site’s high standards of hygiene & biosecurity.
You will be expected to participate in a weekend duty rota and be prepared to work flexible hours should the needs arise.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Candidates should be active, self-motivated, mature minded individuals with excellent team working and communication skills. Computer literacy and a technical aptitude would be advantageous, as is possession of a current driving licence.
THE TERMS
In return for your commitment, hard work and dedication we offer:
Excellent terms and conditions
Competitive salary
Discretionary annual bonus
Company pension
Life insurance 4 x salary
Long service recognition
Career development opportunities
Regular job-related training
Apprenticeships
Great team morale
Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle 2 Work & Pension)
Financial planning service with Advanta Wealth
Employee assistance programs if required and a generous holiday entitlement.
APPLY
If you want to be part of a team, open to fresh ideas, with the opportunity to help energise the corporate brand and profile of one of the leading global Seafood Companies, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £24,926.00-£27,696.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Financial planning services
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 15/08/2025