Engineering Assistant, Kilmelford

We are seeking a full time marine mechanic for our operations in Argyll. Our fish farms rely on a wide range ofequipment to ensure the successful production of Steelhead Trout. Our key assets maintained include 8-22metre vessels, vehicles, forklifts, harvesting systems, knuckle boom cranes and feed barges.

A key focus of the engineering department is preventative maintenance, to ensure safe farming operations and minimise equipment downtime.

An interest in and knowledge of basic mechanics is required. Formal training and personal development will be provided. Applicants with certificates and training in workshop equipment will be at an advantage.

Kames offers a competitive package with a salary of £24,960 to £33,280 dependent on experience.

Kames Fish Farming Ltd, established in 1972, is the UK’s largest Steelhead Trout production company, Scotland’s oldest family-owned aquaculture business, with our core values of Quality, Sustainability and Community reflected in everything we do.

As award winning Best Aquaculture Company 2022, Kames also offer Occupational Sick Pay and a discretionary bonus scheme.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send an up-to-date CV and covering letter to fish@kames.co.uk.