Fish Farm Operative - Salary £30,000 to £36,000 - Harome, North Yorkshire

The Role

Are you reliable, hardworking and ready to be part of a dedicated team? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We are looking for a Fish Farm Operative to join our team and help maintain day-to-day farm operations.

This role is key in ensuring the farm meets customer requirements while working to the standards set out in our Quality Management System. You will be directly involved in fish husbandry, site maintenance, and supporting harvest operations.

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, including 1 weekend in 4 on rotation. Hours are:

07:00 – 15:30 Monday, Wednesday & Thursday (harvesting days)
08:00 – 16:30 Tuesday & Friday

Finishing time will need to be flexible due to working with livestock

This is a great chance to be part of a dedicated team, helping to keep the farm running smoothly and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain water flow and monitor aeration/oxygen systems.
Feed fish in line with agreed schedules.
Move and grade fish, as well as support harvesting.
Monitor fish health and report any concerns to management.
Carry out farm maintenance including ponds, screens and infrastructure.
Keep accurate records and complete necessary forms.
Follow company policies and procedures, including health and safety requirements.

The Company

Harome Trout Farm is based in North Yorkshire, near the market town of Helmsley and close to the North York Moors National Park

We produce over 300 tonnes of portion sized Rainbow Trout per year for a major retailer and we are looking for a dedicated individual to join our small team.

The Person

Previous experience in fish farming or food production operations, is desirable but not essential
Good organisational and planning skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Understanding of Quality Assurance and Health & Safety procedures.
Basic maths skills
Be able to meet the challenge of this physically demanding role

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