High Salary: Marine Conservation Specialist

1 day ago

Galway, Galway, Ireland beBeeFisheries Full time €32,299 - €47,159
Fisheries Officer Role

The role of a Fisheries Officer is to implement and enforce relevant statutory provisions related to fisheries management.

There are two main areas of responsibility:

  • Fisheries Protection: Patrol lakes, rivers, sea, coast, and estuaries to check for illegal fishing. Detect and report pollution, take samples, and gather information.
  • Fisheries Conservation and Development: Contribute to habitat improvement schemes, conduct research survey work, and monitor scientific data.

In this role, you will work collaboratively with an experienced team to:

  • Patrol bodies of water to prevent and detect illegal activities
  • Detect and report pollution incidents
  • Inspect commercial Salmon & Sea Trout licence holders
  • Assist with general enquiries from the public
  • Communicate with external stakeholders
Key ResponsibilitiesFisheries Protection
  • Patrol bodies of water to prevent and detect illegal activities
  • Detect and report pollution incidents
  • Inspect commercial Salmon & Sea Trout licence holders
  • Issue Fixed Penalty Notices
  • Apprehend offenders, gather evidence, attend proceedings, give evidence, provide reports for legal advisers
  • Operate and maintain boats
  • Maintain surveillance equipment
  • Support team members in stake-outs at night/early morning
  • Stay up-to-date with legislation and relevant scientific developments
Fisheries Development/Maintenance
  • Contribute to habitat improvement schemes
  • Conduct research survey work and monitor scientific data
  • Evaluate electro-fishing and netting results
  • Provide assistance for angling festivals and competitions

This role involves working outdoors in various weather conditions and near bodies of water.

You should have:

  • A valid full Category B driving license
  • Experience working on boats or in environmental roles
  • No convictions under the Irish Fisheries Legislation
  • Eligibility to work in Ireland
  • Fluent English language skills
  • Good computer skills including MS Office
  • Residency close to base location (within 60 minutes' drive)
  • Competence in and on the water

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Flexibility in work hours and travel requirements

The salary scale for this position corresponds to that of a Fisheries Officer in Inland Fisheries Ireland.

An unsocial hour's allowance may be payable based on the number of unsocial hours worked.

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