Marine Conservation Specialist

The role of a Fisheries Officer presents an exciting opportunity to safeguard, administer and conserve Ireland's freshwater fisheries and sea angling resources.

This entails providing comprehensive conservation, protection, improvement & development services in both inland and marine environments. The successful candidate will have two key areas of responsibility: Fisheries Protection and Fisheries Conservation and Development.

• Fisheries Protection: Patrol lakes, rivers, coastlines, estuaries and marine waters to detect and prevent illegal fishing activities, protect bass and bluefin tuna fisheries, conduct environmental inspections and assist with enforcement operations.
• Fisheries Conservation and Development: Contribute to habitat improvement schemes, conduct research surveys, monitor scientific data, undertake electro-fishing and netting exercises, communicate effectively with stakeholders and provide assistance for angling festivals and competitions.

• Leaving Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) or recognised equivalent qualification
• A full Category B driving licence valid in Ireland
• No convictions under the Irish Fisheries Legislation
• Eligibility to work within the state
• Fluent English skills, encompassing both spoken and written communication
• Proficiency in computer skills, including MS Office
• Residency close to base location (candidates must reside within a 60-minute drive of their assigned base)
• Competence in water-based activities, including both marine and freshwater environments
• Demonstrated passion for promoting, protecting and conserving natural resources

Inland Fisheries Ireland is responsible for protecting, managing and conserving Ireland's freshwater fisheries and sea angling resources.

Our vision is to maintain the sustainability of our inland fisheries resource for future generations. Our mission is to protect, manage and conserve Ireland's inland fisheries and sea angling resources, maximising their sustainability and natural biodiversity.