Production Controller

Production ControllerWork may be based in Dingwall, Skye, Sutherland, Uist, or undertaken remotelyFull-timeLoch Duart, Scotland’s premier producer of farm-raised salmon, is seeking an experienced and driven Production Controller to oversee our salmon production and feed requirements. This is a pivotal role responsible for production, performance, and ensuring a culture of continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain an overview of Company smolt requirements in order to meet production targets.Plan all fish movements (inc. inputs, stock movements, treatments and harvests).Ensure traceability of fish stocks through FishTalk. Use biomass estimation technologies & other appropriate methods to ensure accurate growth monitoring.Highlight potential stocking density & biomass breaches to Farming & Technical.Production Performance, Forecasting & ReportingPreparation & dissemination of weekly Production Updates.Update monthly production summaries & prepare monthly fish stock reconciliation documents.Ensure Production KPIs maintained / up to date.Develop biological reforecasts.Assist in the preparation of the annual seawater production budget and monitor its allocation through the year.Feed & Feeding Monitor site feeding quantities & rates.Calculate site feed requirements, confirm feed formulation(s) & order with Production Admin as required for timely delivery.Amend feed orders with Production Admin as appropriate.Maintain accurate feed stock records; complete monthly feed stock reconciliation. HarvestsRoutinely liaise with Area Managers & their teams, Sales team & Dingwall processing, to produce a cohesive Harvest Plan that meets budgetary needs.Produce aligned harvest transport plans, liaising with Dingwall processing, harvest wellboat, harbourmasters and tanker hauliers.Ensure compliance with treatment withdrawal periods.Sign off the Salmon Harvesting Form.Reconcile the Dingwall Harvest Processing Return with Yield spreadsheet & the Harvest Plan. As a member of the HACCP Committee provide contribution to the maintenance and development of the LDL HACCP Plan.

Created: 2025-07-23