Job Description
The ideal candidate approaches the role with precision and care, valuing quality above all. You should understand the critical importance of safety, consistency, and follow-through in a hatchery environment. We’re looking for someone who enjoys tackling practical challenges while keeping an eye on long-term strategic success.
As a leader, you excel at building strong relationships, establishing trust, and treating everyone fairly. You’re driven to achieve high productivity, meet targets, and take ownership of your work. You’re not afraid to hold yourself and others accountable, and you respond decisively and thoughtfully to complex decisions.
In this role, you will be responsible for planning production and budgets, ensuring that production targets and key performance indicators are achieved. You will manage the daily operations of the hatchery, including recruitment, training, and development of the team. A key part of the role is maintaining high standards for fish welfare, smolt quality, and site safety, while ensuring compliance with permits, company policies, and best practices. You will oversee quality assurance and production reporting, as well as coordinate with suppliers and technical partners to secure efficient and successful operations.
If you’re ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you!
- Employer: LAXEY
- Position title: Hatchery Manager
- Deadline: 14.12.2025
- Form of employment: Fixed
- Place: Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
