Skipper/ Net Washer

Linnhe Net Washer

Basic Salary £36,169 to £38,995 per annum

Ability to earn up to 15% per annum in a cyclical bonus

Overtime available at an enhanced rate

We are currently looking for reliable and highly motivated individual to skipper the Company’s Net Washing vessel the Linnhe Net Washer. The vessel will provide a valuable net cleaning/washing service to the Company’s seawater sites in the Lochaber region. The vessel will be predominantly based in the Linnhe system however will travel to other sites as and when required. The role 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. This post is offered on a full time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will be required to work on a two weeks on/ two weeks off rotational shift pattern. Accommodation is provided onboard the vessel.

About the job

The role is a crucial part of the operations process and ensures that the best management of our salmon is undertaken. We need our Skippers to strive for continuous improvement and deliver on all aspects of farm work to keep the team on track and performing well. The job includes, but it not limited to:

• Perform any combination of duties aboard the vessel including lookout, steering and engine-room watches.
• Net washing/ cleaning

• Maintaining the vessel to a high standard, ensuring full compliance with MCA workboat code and certification
• Working closely with Farm Managers to provide the most efficient service between sites
• Ensuring safe working practices at all times
• Ensuring high bio-security levels are maintained and records are kept up-to-date
• Other general farm duties as required

Ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will 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. The successful candidate will have:

• Appropriate certification for operating vessels up to 24 meters, both day and night
• You will be required to hold, or able to obtain, and retain an ML5 or ENG1 medical certificate
• RYA Commercial Endorsement or STCW certification
• IOSH Managing Safely Certification
• Net washing experience
• Work flexibly to meet the demands of the job
• Positive approach to this type of work
• Drivers licence is essential. No driving licence? We can help you with the cost of lessons.

What does Mowi offer?

In return for your effort, you will be part of the team in a constantly expanding industry. Our Mowi Rewards include:

• A competitive salary;
• Overtime available at an enhanced rate;
• Ability to participate in a cyclical and annual bonus scheme;
• 2 weeks on/ 2 weeks off shift pattern;
• 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 hear from you! Please visit mowi.com/people to apply.

Deadline to apply: Sunday 12th October 2025.

Please note, we retain the right to close this vacancy or keep it open subject to volume and quality of applications. We would therefore encourage candidates to submit an application as soon as possible.

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.