SWFPA

18/06/2026

Never a truer word

Not every career happens behind a desk.
Scotland's fishing industry needs skilled, motivated people ready to take on responsibility, work as part of a team and build a rewarding future.
Learn valuable skills. Earn while you learn. Be part of an industry that feeds the nation and supports coastal communities.
Your future could start at sea.

10/06/2026

Some jobs may be replaced by AI. Working on a Scottish fishing vessel isn't one of them.
Fishing demands skill, teamwork, judgement and resilience. Every day at sea brings new challenges that require real people making real decisions.
If you're looking for a career that's hands-on, rewarding and full of opportunity, this could be the one.

08/06/2026

Not every career happens behind a desk.
Scotland's fishing industry needs skilled, motivated people ready to take on responsibility, work as part of a team and build a rewarding future.
Learn valuable skills. Earn while you learn. Be part of an industry that feeds the nation and supports coastal communities.
Your future could start at sea.

05/06/2026

Your office could have a horizon.
A career in fishing offers responsibility, teamwork, travel and the chance to earn while developing valuable skills.
Join the next generation helping to feed the nation and support Scotland's coastal communities.

03/06/2026

Modern fishing vessels use advanced navigation, sonar, communications and sustainability technology.
But technology is only as good as the people who operate it.
The future of fishing needs skilled crews ready to take on the challenge.

28/05/2026

Why not choose commercial fishing as a career. The one job AI won’t replace.

16/02/2026

16/02/2026

SWFPA is pleased to offer offices for rent at their new HQ at Kinnaird House South Harbour Road, Fraserburgh. Board Room and meeting rooms also available as part of a package.Contact 01346585368 for further information

04/02/2026

How embarrassing for the Government and the Home Office that they have just granted a three year visa waver to Norwegian wellboats operating in UK waters. This at the same time they are removing the route for the fishing industry to employ skilled workers from overseas from December this year. An utter betrayal of UKs fishing industry once again.

The agreement has been crucial in enabling Norwegian wellboats to operate in British waters without ...