Quality Monitor

Quality Monitor – Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £30,846.00 GBP annually

Closing date: 15 September 2026

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Monitor on a 6 month fixed term contract to join the team at our Lerwick Processing Plant. The role is within our Quality team who are responsible for ensuring the highest welfare and product quality standards for our customers.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Quality Monitor role is designed to assist in the product quality assurance programme which includes fish welfare parameters. As a Quality Monitor, you will provide guidance to staff to ensure all quality/food safety requirements are implemented and maintained. Where product or operational procedures fall out of specification, you will communicate promptly to the Quality Supervisor and Processing Management Team. 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have good attention to detail, an assertive and balanced approach and an understanding of Fish Welfare requirements. You should be able to prioritise and manage your own workload whilst managing effective relationships with the Quality and Processing teams. Working 40 hours per week, any 5 days over 7 with possible seasonal overtime.

Qualifications | A certificate in Food hygiene level 2, and RSPCA fish welfare training would be advantageous but full training can be provided. To apply for a role with us, you must be eligible to work in the UK.  A driving licence would be desirable.

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.

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.

Scottish Sea Farms are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected and supported. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure equal opportunity. 

If you have any questions, email hr@scottishseafarms.com and a member of our team will be happy to help. 

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