CalMac are looking for enthusiastic applicants aged 17-24 who have a genuine passion for maritime life, ready to embark on a rewarding career in the maritime industry. As an Engine Rating you will work on the day-to-day monitoring and maintenance of the engines and equipment in the engine room, as well as maintenance activities elsewhere on the ship. You will also be involved in repairing and fitting new or refurbished parts under direction of engineering officers.

CalMac are looking for enthusiastic applicants aged 17-24 who have a genuine passion for maritime life, ready to embark on a rewarding career in the maritime industry. As a Deck Rating you will be part of the mooring operations team and once fully qualified, you will steer the ship and also act as a look-out on the bridge. CalMac’s Deck Ratings also assist with the operation and maintenance of the ship’s deck equipment.

The Physiotherapist will be required to assist in the provision of a Physiotherapy service to the population of North and South Uist, Benbecula, Eriskay and Barra, islands situated off the North West Coast of Scotland. The key responsibilities of the role will be: the provision of physiotherapy assessment, the development, implementation and evaluation of treatment programs, and the facilitation and support of staff development in the hospital and community areas.

Bidh an neach a thèid fhastadh an urra ri bhith stiùireadh luchd-glanaidh eile ’s dleastanasan glanadh san sgoil. Feumaidh e/i sùil a chumail air na h-àiteachan a tha rin glanadh gach latha mus, fhad’s agus às dèidh, dhan obair a bhith dèanta gus a bhith cìnnteach gu bheil an obair a rèir ìre glanaid riatanach Chùmhnant; trèanadh a chur air dòigh do luchd-glanaidh ùr no pàirt-ùine agus sùil a chumail air uairean obrach luchd-glanaidh. Feumaidh e/i a bhith a’ glanadh àiteachan a th’ air an sònrachadh san sgoil mar bhall de sgioba gus dèanamh cìnnteach gu bheil iad glan agus snasail.

NHS Western Isles seek to recruit a Healthcare Assistant to work within the nursing teams in the Uist & Barra Hospital, a community hospital on the Isle of Benbecula. Applicants should be committed to providing a high standard of care and interact well within a multi-disciplinary team. However, training can be given for the advanced skills required within this role.

This role will cover all aspects of distillery production, from running the gin stills to filling whisky casks. Requiring meticulous record keeping and attention to detail, the Distillery Operative will follow precise operating procedures and report to our Distillery Manager daily.  They will be an integral part of new product development for the Downpour range, and by joining North Uist Distillery’s at this early stage in their whisky journey will have the rare opportunity to be involved in the development and evolution of our whisky production from the very start.

Bidh aig an neach a thèid fhastadh ri obair choitcheann a dhèanamh sa chidsin agus sna h-àiteachan bìdhe leithid: deasachadh bìdhe, còcaireachd shìmplidh agus frithealadh, greimeannan bìdhe agus deochan; laimhseachadh airgid, cleachdadh inneal airgid agus a’ lìonadh bhileagan bunaideach; dèanamh cìnnteach gum bidh laimhseachadh bìdhe a-rèir reachdas Glanaid agus Slàinte Bìdhe làthaireil, agus a-rèir Poileasaidh Sàbhailteachd Bìdhe na Comhairle.

Bidh thu a’ stiùireadh ’s a cumail rian air luchd-obrach ann an àrainneachd cùram sòisealta agus a’ gabhail àite a’ Mhanaidseir gus an t-seirbheis a chumail a’ dol agus gu bheilear a’ coileanadh Achd Reachdas Cùraim (Alba) 2001. Tha eòlas air ceannardas ann an àrainneachd cùram sòisealta agus teisteanas SVQIII (no shamhail) riatanach. Mur a bheil seo agad, feumaidh tu a bhith comasach air an teisteanas fhaighinn ann an 36 mìos an dèidh clàradh leis an SSSC. Bidh thu ag obair nad bhall de sgioba air stèidh shioftaichean.

7-22 Systems Ltd is looking for Full Time construction team members. Do you have:

•    An interest in modern methods of construction / CNC manufacture?

• A commitment to making a positive difference through environmentally sustainable construction?

• A dedicated, well organised, and careful approach to work?

 

Workshop based, Locheport, including CNC machine operation. Occasional construction site work across the Outer Hebrides and beyond. 7-22 Systems Ltd need a team member with aptitude for workshop woodworking, including CNC machine production. Candidates must be keen to develop software skills as part of their CNC technician role. Must have a full UK driving license and access to own vehicle

7-22 Systems Ltd is looking for Full Time construction team members. Do you have:

•    An interest in modern methods of construction / CNC manufacture?

• A commitment to making a positive difference through environmentally sustainable construction?

• A dedicated, well organised, and careful approach to work?

 

Workshop based, Locheport, with varied construction site work across the Outer Hebrides and beyond. 7-22 Systems Ltd need a skilled, time served joiner with a keen eye for detail – a team player willing and able to take on site supervision responsibilities. Must have a full UK driving license and access to own vehicle.

You will be required to provide professional planning services to fulfil statutory planning duties and related tasks. This post, within the Development Management team, offers opportunities for broad planning experience with a wide range and variety of development types across a diverse island rural environment under extensive natural heritage designation.

Mowi are seeking two motivated and hardworking Apprentice Farm Technicians to join the team in South Uist. You will work closely with experienced farm technicians and managers to ensure the health, welfare, and optimal growth of farmed salmon while maintaining high environmental and biosecurity standards. The successful candidates will work towards gaining their Aquaculture NPA (Level 4) and their Modern Apprenticeship in Aquaculture (SVQ Level 2). There will also be opportunities to progress to SVQ Level 3 & 4.

 

You will provide domestic assistance in the Home, with particular responsibility for the overall cleanliness of the Home, to the standard necessary for the health and safety of the service users. You should have experience of cleaning, preferably to a schedule or in a work setting and the ability to understand, retain and act on instructions. You should have an understanding of the needs of the client group.

The post holder will be required, on a temporary basis, to provide quality catering service to all customers. Duties will include supervision of all duties by kitchen/dining room staff including use of effective rotas; preparation, cooking, garnishing and serving of all food to meet the standard specification; ordering, checking and correct storage of all commodities; keeping to budget and menu plans according to instructions; and ensure all staff are trained and records correctly maintained.

 

Polochar inn are looking for housekeepers to work between 9am and 3pm up to 5 days out of 7. If you are interested please call 07500482549 or pop down to the Polochar Inn and speak with the team.

Chef needed for temporary role until 24th May. Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

As a Broodstock Site Manager you will leads and develop the site team with a strong focus on H&S, biosecurity, planning, production targets, standardisation of processes and compliance.

Your job description will be to wash dishes, pots and pans etc before loading them into the dishwasher, cleaning equipment and you will need to keep the floor clear. You will be working alongside the Head Chef and the Kitchen Assistant (Abi!) They offer good pay and meals, soft drinks and as many teas and coffees as you want as a wee extra bonus.

 

If you are interested in joining Berneray Shop and Bistro’s family business and working with their team please contact Abi on 01876 540288 or email bernerayshopandbistro@gmail.com

Duties include operating a vehicle to transport materials and equipment to various sites, while also performing manual labour tasks like loading, unloading, and general site clean-up at those locations. Essentially combining driving duties with basic site labouring work, a clean driver’s license is a necessity.

 

The night porter will oversee the accommodations overnight to ensure the safety and security of guests, and to help with operations. The night porter will also be responsible for cleaning areas as per set out overnight cleaning schedules.

Tagsa are recruiting Respite and Domestic workers in North Uist. Domestic workers assist with cleaning and household services. Respite workers provide company to service users so families can rest. Unlike Care Assistants, Domestic and Respite workers do not provide personal care. All training is provided, experience not essential. Would this be right for you or someone you know?

To find out more and apply, contact Hanna on
hanna@tagsa.co.uk.

NHS Western Isles are currently looking for self-reliant and highly-motivated GPs to join their multi-disciplinary teams in Uist. Whether you are an experienced GP or earlier in your career, these roles present the unique opportunity to practice medicine immersed in the close-knit island communities … with plenty of opportunities to develop your experience and skills including through delivering medical cover at the local hospital.

This is an exciting new role as Salar Smokehouse look at product development.  Good basic literacy, numeracy and computer skills are essential, all other training will be given as necessary. The main role will be supporting the production manager with all aspects of product development, smoking processes and record keeping, but liaising with despatch, shop assistant, cook, sales office and maybe even with Charlie’s Bistro will be important so good communication and a very flexible attitude are needed. Salar are keen to promote young people staying on the islands so if desired the chance of an apprenticeship in Quality management systems or technical management can be investigated.

To express an interest and request more information please send a covering letter with a CV to emmamacrury@salarsmokehouse.co.uk.

This role is to support the existing sales team with office administration and sales, with a focus on new customer contracts and increasing sales volumes. Good basic literacy, numeracy and computer skills are essential, all other training will be given as necessary. The main role will be supporting the management with all aspects of the business including learning the manufacturing processes and keeping records, liaising with despatch, shop assistant, chef/cook, therefore good communication skills and a very flexible attitude are essential. Salar are keen to promote young people staying on the islands so if desired the chance of an apprenticeship or similar training can be investigated

To express an interest and request more information please send a covering letter with a CV to emmamacrury@salarsmokehouse.co.uk.

 

Are you looking for work in a local business with flexible hours and a good rate of pay. We are looking for people who are hard working, loyal and have a passion for the service industry. Experience in this type of role isn’t necessary as full training will be given however it is always a bonus. The job roles available are 2 x 20+ hour positions and hours will be between 10am and 5pm. Kildonan Cafe also have a position suitable for anyone ages 16+ for weekend and school holiday.

 

Hebridean Smokehouse are looking for new members for their small but busy fish processing team working at their base in Clachan, Isle of North Uist. Previous experience is not necessary as they provide complete on-the-job training with instruction and supervision from a member of the production team. The nature of the job requires the team member to be physically fit and to be able to work in a standing position for the majority of normal working hours. Although there is no heavy lifting involved, the job is nonetheless a physical one and not recommended for suffers of chronic back or joint conditions like arthritis.

 

Please contact the Smokehouse for a full job description and application form, either by email from sales@hebrideansmokehouse.com or call them on 01876 580 209

Kildonan Cafe are looking for a supervisor this year, 40+ hours, someone who has experience working in a busy environment, able to jump into any position if necessary and who has a driving licence and their own car.

 

As the Admin Assistant you will be keeping the office running by assisting with anything administration wise which comes in.

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Uist Asco are seeking Mechanical Seaweed Harvester Crew. In your role, you will assist in the mechanical harvesting, gathering and transportation of seaweed to collection points. You will also ensure general upkeep and maintenance across a fleet of purpose-built vessels and assist the wider resource operations team on varied day to day tasks

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Tha cruaidh fheum air tidsearan saidheans àrd-sgoile agus tidsearan Gàidhlig bun-sgoile air feadh nan eilean, ach gu h-àraidh ann an Uibhist agus Barraigh, agus tidsearan bun-sgoile (Beurla) air feadh nan eilean. Tha Roinn an Fhoghlaim, Sgilean agus Sheirbheisean Chloinne a’ cleachdadh clàr de thidsearan faothachaidh a tha deònach làithean obrach a dhèanamh nuair a bhios tidsearan a dhìth.

Aqua-Tech are seeking an experienced and dedicated Electrical Supervisor to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the planning, execution, and quality of electrical installations, maintenance, and repair work. You will lead a team of skilled electricians, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Tha luchd-teagaisg e-Sgoil air banca thidsearan-faothachaidh ’s a’ mhor-chuid dhiubh air cùmhnantan goirid a reir fheumalachdan sgoile fa leth. Faodaidh tidsearan a bhith stèidhichte am bad sam bith ’s a bhith teagasg gu àite sam bith ged a tha sinn sa bhitheantas a’ cuimseachadh air sgoiltean Alba.  Tha sinn a’ lìbhrigeadh sheirbheis a reir iarrtais sa chumantas ’s theid aig sgoiltean air tidsearan faothachaidh fhastadh bho thràth teagaisg gu tràth teagaisg. Air sgath sin, faodaidh am pataran obrach a bhith eadar-dhealaichte bho theagasg faothachaidh àbhaisteach ann an sgoil.  Tha sinn a’ cur taic ri sgoilearan agus sgoiltean mar phàirt de Thairgse Ionnsachaidh Air-Loidhne Alba.

As Tagsa continue to provide care at home, respite care and support for dementia from Eriskay to Bernera, they are looking for new carers to join their team. They offer comprehensive training and a career path, including supported SVQs, so feel free to contact them if you have no previous experience of care but are willing to be trained.

Lochmaddy & Hamersay Hotel are looking to add a front of house team member to their team. They looking for someone who is honest, trustworthy, punctual and reliable. They say they have a good hourly rate of pay (above living wage) and accommodation is available to the right applicant. If you are interested in applying, you can obtain a full job description by contacting Lorna.