Skipper (Linnhe Net Washer) Lochaber due on 08​/16​/2026

Skipper (Linnhe Net Washer)

Skipper/Net Washer

Linnhe Net Washer

Basic Salary from £37,616 per annum

Ability to participate in an annual and cyclical bonus

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 Mid Mainland region. The vessel will be predominantly based in Loch Linnhe 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 on site.

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

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

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:

• Overtime available at an enhanced rate;
• Ability to participate in a cyclical and annual bonus scheme;
• Medical Cover with Equipsme;
• Two weeks on/ two weeks off;
• 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.

Final date to receive applications:
Sunday 16th August 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.

Mowi is the world’s leading seafood company and the largest producer of Atlantic salmon. As the first global seafood company with an end-to-end supply chain, Mowi brings supreme quality salmon and other seafood products to consumers around the world. Mowi is also ranked the most sustainable animal protein producer in the world by Coller FAIRR. With headquarters in Bergen, Norway, Mowi employs 11,600 people in 26 countries worldwide, and is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange with a market capitalisation of EUR 9 billion and total assets of EUR 8.2 billion.