A vacancy has become available for a Process Engineer working in Aquascot’s Operations Department. The role will ensure that production processes are optimised in terms of safety, food safety and efficiency, accounting for current and new products and technologies. This position takes ownership for the quality, reliability and throughput capability of all food processing equipment.
Position: Process Engineer
Pay Rate: Dependent on Experience
Location: Alness, Highland
Business: Operations
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Reports to: Manufacturing Director
You can read the full job description here and apply below.
About the Employer
An employee-owned seafood business, based at Alness in the Highlands, employing around 200 people from our local community and offering a wide range of products: from whole prepared salmon and trout to products such as fillets, loins and portions, lightly smoked salmon, and an extensive range of easy to cook meals.
Aquascot has supplied employee-owned retailer Waitrose since 1993. Over the years the relationship has developed into a unique exclusive partnership, built on trust and understanding. This has become the essence of our thinking; building and maintaining strong, lasting relationships with our customers, supply chain, employees, and the local community in order to create a sustainable business.
- Scottish Living Wage Accredited Employer
- Profit Share Scheme for all Partner Employees
- Reward & Recognition Scheme
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
- Long Service Awards
- SVQ Training Opportunities
- Access to English Lessons
- 50% Off High Life Leisure Card
- Discounted Aquascot Seafood
- Free Annual Health Checks
In 2021 Aquascot won the Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI) trophy for Excellence in People Development at the SCDI Highlands & Islands Business Excellence Awards.
In 2022, Aquascot won the Employer of the Year Award at the Scotland Food and Drink Excellence Awards.

Please send a CV and cover letter to hr@aquascot.com by Thursday 30 November 2023
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