Despatch Operative

 

Despatch Operative, Shetland

Salary: £28,908 

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Closing date: 10/07/2026

 

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Despatch Operative to join our team at our Lerwick Processing Facility. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high standards of safety, quality and efficiency.

As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for ensuring finished products are prepared, checked, and dispatched accurately. You will also monitor automated stacking systems and help maintain the smooth day-to-day operation of the department.

THE ROLE

Duties focus on the safe, efficient handling and despatch of finished products to our customers. We offer a supportive and friendly working environment, with opportunities for training, development and career progression.

Key responsibilities include monitoring automated stacking systems, loading and unloading trailers, checking product accuracy prior to despatch, and ensuring all products are handled in line with quality, food safety, and traceability standards. The successful candidate will maintain accurate records, uphold high housekeeping and safety standards, and work closely with production and logistics teams to support efficient operations.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are seeking enthusiastic, dependable individuals with excellent attention to detail and a positive, proactive approach to work. The successful candidate will be a team player, flexible in their approach to working hours, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

Previous experience in warehousing, logistics, manufacturing or food production would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided for the right candidate.

Hours of work are 40 hours per week, any 5 days over 7.

ABOUT THE PACKAGE

We offer 31 days holiday (increasing to 32 with length of service), life cover, subsidised gym memberships, pension scheme, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme, prescription eyewear discount plus pre-school childcare contribution, subsidised canteen, transport to work.

ABOUT SCOTTISH SEA FARMS

With 46 marine farms, 3 freshwater hatcheries and 2 processing facilities across our estate we know that growing the best quality salmon doesn’t only rely on the best farming locations but also having the best teams in place across our business.

As a recognised employer across the West Coast, Highlands and Northern Isles, we are committed to supporting the local economies where we live and work. We provide employment and career development opportunities, backed by triple accreditation through Investors in People, to support our team and encourage them to build professional career paths.

 

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, and we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

 

 

Closing date for applications: 10/07/2026