Scallop Cutting Staff

(Immediate start)

West Coast Sea Products Ltd are recruiting for Scallop Processing Operatives (Cutters) to join its experienced & dedicated cutting team, working on a piece rate basis.

No previous experience is necessary; however, the applicant would benefit from being a quick learner and good at working in a hands-on environment.  We are looking for candidates who have the desire to learn and develop new and existing skills, and have a flexible attitude towards work.

Wages:

The rate of pay for the first 4 weeks is £11.50 per hour to allow for candidate training on scallop cutting. Thereafter you will work on a piece rate basis, meaning you will be paid for the kg weight of scallops cut.  Scallop cutters currently working on a piece rate basis on average are earning between £12-£15 per hour (the top tier cutters today are earning approx. £90 for 5.5hrs work).

Benefits of the job:

• The work is flexible meaning that you can work around your lifestyle.
• Morning work, Monday – Friday, 5am to approx. 12 noon.
• Fully heated factory.
• Work the days & hours that suit you.
• 10% bonus when cutting earnings are over £260 per week.
• Company pension scheme.
• Weekly pay.
• No weekend work.
• Two weeks off at Christmas and New Year.

You will ensure the highest standards of Health & Safety, Quality & Hygiene are adhered to.  Identify and report any unsafe operations or acts and where possible, provide feedback or suggestions in relations to Health & Safety, Quality & Hygiene or otherwise for the purpose of continuous improvement.

To apply for this position, please submit your CV to Alison McKie, Payroll & HR Manager at alison@wcspltd.co.uk or via post to West Coast Sea Products Ltd, Dee Walk, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4DQ.

Fishmonger – Fish Van & Markets, Seafood – Dumfries and Galloway

£11.50 per hour (3-month probationary period)

£12.50 per hour thereafter

Expected start date: 16/09/2024

West Coast Sea Products are looking for a passionate individual to join the Dumfries and Galloway team to support the growth of the business. The successful candidate will be working primarily in fish preparation as well as customer facing roles. This is a fast-growing area of the company, so the person must be adaptable and flexible to change. Also, they must be capable of working in a fast paced and hands-on environment.

The role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Preparing and packing fish for vans
• Assisting with prepping fish orders.
• Fish filleting. Training would be given until competent on own.
• Local delivery jobs and occasional fish collections
• Selling from fish van
• Weekend markets stalls
• Dealing with unsold fish
• Cash handling and taking card payments.
• Filling in stock take sheets online
• Occasional work in other areas of local services where needed e.g. fishmonger shop or skippers scran van

Hours of work:

• Must be able to work on Wednesday, Thursday & Friday each week.
• Must work at least 2 weekend markets per month.
• Due to the changing nature of the business, the successful applicant must have the flexibility to change their working days with advanced notice.

Normal working week starts on Wednesday. Weekly shift patterns are:

• Wednesday, Thursday, Friday + Saturday or Sunday or
• Wednesday, Thursday, Friday + Monday or Tuesday

Essential Skills

• Must hold a full UK driving licence with no major endorsements.
• Strong people skills – we offer a close and friendly service and pride ourselves on repeat business.
• An enthusiastic individual who wants to thrive and be a part of growing the business.
• Self-starter who is trustworthy, reliable and able to adapt to change.
• Passion for eating and/or knowledge of seafood (preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate this).

Desirable Skills

• Previous delivery driving experience and/or experience of driving a van.
• Experience in working with seafood

Perks

• Opportunity to progress and take a career path in an avenue that interests you most.
• Get every Christmas New Year off.
• 4 day working week (4 week days or 3 week day + 1 weekend day)
• Staff discounts

Experience:

• van driving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• driver’s licence with no major endorsements (preferred)

Please send applications with CV to alice@wcspltd.co.uk

Self-employed Share Fishers

Our fleet of Scallop boats fish around the UK and we require self-employed deckhand share fishers. Our boats are currently working out of Kirkcudbright, The English Channel and The North Sea.

Working under the watch of The Skipper, we are looking for fishers who are team players, and who have a desire to learn and develop new and existing skills, with the potential to train as Officer of the Watch with progression to training towards your Skipper Ticket. Fishers must have a flexible attitude towards work.

Full training will be provided, experience is preferred although not essential.

Training provided as a minimum:

Basic Sea Survival

Safety Awareness

Basic First Aid

Fire Fighting & Fire Prevention (Basic)

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