SalMar is hiring 20 Production Workers for salmon processing at InnovaMar in Frøya, Norway. The job is permanent and full-time at NOK 228.46 per hour, experience is not required, and applications close on 09 November 2026. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the listing and set out below the tasks, requirements, pay, shifts and housing conditions.
Your Role in Premium Salmon Production at InnovaMar
As a Production Team Member at InnovaMar, you will be at the core of operations, contributing to the harvesting and processing of premium salmon. The role is listed as Production Worker in the Filet and Slaughter Department.
Your tasks will include:
✂️ Manual cutting
📦 Packing
🔢 Sorting
🧰 Preparation
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
🐠 Participating in the production process of fish products
🏷️ Packing and labeling
🧼 Quality control and hygiene
🔧 Equipment maintenance
🤝 Team collaboration
Shifts and Working Hours
Work shifts alternate between day and evening, which the employer describes as offering flexibility and balance.
⏱️ Full-time position
📆 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
🌓 2 shifts
🌙 An additional 20% for evening shifts
Pay at SalMar
💶 Gross pay is listed as starting from EUR 3,000
🕐 The pay specification is NOK 228.46 per hour
🌆 Evening shifts add 20% on top
Contract, Vacancies and Start Date
📝 The job is 100% permanent, with a 6-month probation period
👥 There are 20 vacancies
🚀 The start date is as soon as possible
What SalMar Offers Employees
🏅 Competitive salary and benefits
🌟 A supportive and inclusive work environment
🛡️ Comprehensive pension and insurance agreements
📈 Opportunities for long-term employment and growth
🏋️ Access to an on-site gym
🍽️ A cafeteria serving good, nutritious meals
Mandatory Requirements: Passport, Background Check and Driving Licence
🛂 A valid EU passport or Norwegian permanent residency / work permit (mandatory)
🔎 The ability to provide a valid background check from the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authorities (the employer assists with this)
🪪 A driving licence is essential, as living on Frøya requires personal responsibility for transportation
For permanent relocation, you should have the opportunity to purchase a car.
Language Skills: English or Norwegian at B1
You must master at least one of these two languages:
🇬🇧 English at B1 (independent language user, intermediate)
🗣️ Norwegian at B1 (independent language user, intermediate)
Good communication skills in English or Norwegian are also listed among the requirements.
Experience and Certificates
🎣 Experience in salmon or food production is an advantage, but not required
📜 No certificates are needed
🩺 A health certificate for food handling is an advantage
Personal Qualities SalMar Looks For
⏰ Reliable and punctual
💪 Strong work ethic
🔄 Flexible and adaptable
😊 Responsible and positive attitude
🙌 Strong team spirit and collaboration skills
Housing on Frøya
SalMar can provide links to Facebook groups and rental platforms to help you find housing. Dormitory rooms may be available, although a waiting list applies, and they are located 5 km from the factory.
Getting to Work: Why a Car Matters on Frøya
SalMar is located on Frøya, a small island with very limited public transportation. Having your own car or a valid driver's licence is essential to live and work there comfortably.
There is no public transport between the dormitory and the workplace, so you will still need your own transport or, in the first months, be willing to ask colleagues for a ride. It is each employee's own responsibility to arrange transportation to and from work.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online, and the required documents are:
📄 CV
✍️ Cover letter
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Production Worker at SalMar InnovaMar do?
The role contributes to the harvesting and processing of premium salmon. Tasks include manual cutting, packing, sorting and preparation, along with labeling, quality control and hygiene, equipment maintenance and team collaboration.
Do I need experience in salmon or food production?
No. Experience in salmon or food production is an advantage, but it is not required. No certificates are needed either, although a health certificate for food handling is an advantage.
How much does the SalMar Production Worker job pay?
The pay specification is NOK 228.46 per hour, with an additional 20% for evening shifts. Gross pay is listed as starting from EUR 3,000.
What are the working hours?
The job is full-time at 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with 2 shifts. Shifts alternate between day and evening.
Who is eligible to apply?
A valid EU passport or Norwegian permanent residency / work permit is mandatory. You also need a driving licence and the ability to provide a valid background check from the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authorities, which the employer assists with.
Which languages do I need?
You must master at least one of English or Norwegian at B1 level. Good communication skills in one of these languages are required for the job.
Is a driving licence really necessary?
Yes. The listing calls it essential because Frøya is a small island with very limited public transportation, and each employee is responsible for their own transportation to and from work.
Does SalMar provide accommodation?
SalMar can provide links to Facebook groups and rental platforms to help you find housing. Dormitory rooms may be available with a waiting list, 5 km from the factory, with no public transport to the workplace.
Is the job permanent?
Yes. The job is 100% permanent with a 6-month probation period, and the start date is as soon as possible.
Deadline
⏳ 09 November 2026
Links
Apply online: https://www.salmar.no/sok/?form&rmpage=apply&rmjob=248
Job advert: https://www.salmar.no/positions/production-team-member-premium-salmon-processing-innovamar-froya/
SalMar website: https://www.salmar.no/en/
Contact person: Kristi Juhkam, kjuhkam@salmar.no
