Delayed Due to Covid-19 – We’re Recruiting (2 Vacancies)
Thank you to all who applied for the positions advertised below. Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 we have had to delay the shortlisting process while we adjusted operations to work from home. We hope to contact everyone who has applied as soon as possible.
NORTH WESTERN INSHORE FISHERIES AND CONSERVATION AUTHORITY (NWIFCA)
NWIFCA is a lead regulator protecting the inshore marine environment and fisheries in the North West of England. NWIFCA District extends from the Welsh border in the south to the Scottish border in the north and seawards out to 6 miles
Two vacancies are currently available in fisheries management with NWIFCA:
Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Advisor (Based in Carnforth): working in a Team of 4 under the direction of the Senior Scientist with travel throughout the District.
Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer (Based in Whitehaven) to work as part of NWIFCA enforcement team both on shore and at sea under the Head of Enforcement.
The following terms apply to both posts:
Salary Scale: £21,166 – £28,785 from 1 April 2019
Local Government Scale 11-25; starting point according to experience rising by one point per year subject to annual assessments
Pension: Local government scheme (defined benefits and employer contributions)
Hours of work: 37 hour per week with ‘flexitime’. Both posts involve working unsocial hours, including early mornings, late evenings and weekends as required by tides and survey and enforcement duties
Medical: Appointment for both posts is dependent on passing an ML5 Medical
BPSS Check: This will be carried out before appointment
A curriculum vitae including the following information:
Name and current address, phone number and email
Full employment history, including any gaps
All qualifications completed with results
Full educational history from starting secondary school, with results and grades
Details of any IT skills, qualifications and experience
Details of any relevant marine or fisheries experience
Details of any relevant courses completed e.g. boat handling or marine safety
Details of driving licence (full, clean and which driving categories)
Details of driving experience including towing trailers
Interests and hobbies
Details of any cautions or convictions you have received
Names and addresses (with phone and email if possible) of 2 referees, one of which should be your most recent employer (or academic tutor).
A hand written letter of up to 100 words including the following information:
which post you are applying for
why you are interested
where you saw the post advertised
the letter may be scanned and attached to an email
Detailed job descriptions and requirements for both posts are given below:
Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Advisor (Based in Carnforth): working in a
Team of 4 under the direction of the Senior Scientist with travel throughout the District.
Job Title:
Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Advisor
Job Purpose
To promote sustainable use of marine resources
To contribute to presentation of advice to the Authority
Impact assessment of fishing activity
Stock assessment and species survey, GIS mapping, data analysis
Reporting to the Authority and to Government
Development of survey capacity of NWIFCA patrol vessel, based in Whitehaven
Priorities include shellfish stock assessment and whelk fisheries management
Main Tasks
Monitoring and Survey Work and Reporting
Assessing the impact of fisheries activities on Marine Protected Areas
Preparation and presentation of reports to advise the Authority on management
Intertidal and sea survey, data collection, analysis and advice to the Authority
Shellfish and sea fish stock assessments and development of management advice
Using GIS to create data tables, graphs and maps/charts to inform advice
Keeping up to date with policy and new developments in fisheries management
Undertaking required training to carry out field work duties
Using ATV and vessels in all weathers and at all hours usually dependant on tides
Undertaking enforcement training if required to support NWIFCA enforcement team
Policy Advice, Consultations and Liaison
Providing advice on fisheries and conservation policy and management
Maintaining a wide knowledge of UK environmental and fisheries legislation and European Marine Sites, MCZ, SSSIs, and Ramsar site
Liaison and joint working with partner agencies such as MMO, Environment Agency, Natural England, local councils, GLAA, CEFAS, NGOs and many others
Liaison with the fishing industry, fisheries and conservation stakeholders, and representing the Authority at meetings
Co-ordinating NWIFCA response to consultations on marine developments
Providing a response to enquiries from the fishing industry and the public
Training (provided in post where necessary)
Sea Survival & First Aid
RYA SRC (VHF) Certification
ATV Course, Towing Course, Manual Handling
Powerboat Level 2
REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
Education/
Qualifications
Good degree, in a Marine, Fisheries or Environmental subject
MSc (Fisheries or Marine Environment)
Experience
Experience of fisheries and/or marine environmental management or surveys
Willing to assist with underwater survey e.g. drop down cameras, side scan, grab
Report writing & verbal presentation
Experience of fisheries or marine environmental management
Experience of marine survey skills
Involvement with the enforcement of marine conservation legislation
Knowledge
Good knowledge of UK fisheries and marine environment.
Knowledge of fisheries legislation, byelaws, marine conservation, NGOs
Technical Skills
Appointment will be dependent on passing a ML5 Medical.
Full UK driving licence is required.
IT skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, GIS.
Good communication skills
Advanced GIS especially MapInfo
Database use and development
Experience of ATVs and towing trailers
Boat experience/qualifications
Personal Attributes
Enthusiasm for marine environment
Confident in dealing with stakeholders
Self-motivated & good team worker
Flexible to handle changing work
Equal enjoyment of both desk based analysis and outdoor field work
Experience of dealing with a wide variety of people
Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer (Based in Whitehaven) to work as part of NWIFCA enforcement team both on shore and at sea under Head of Enforcement.
JOB TITLE:
INSHORE FISHERIES AND CONSERVATION OFFICER
Job Purpose
Maintain and enhance the sustainability of inshore fisheries and implement NWIFCA conservation duties throughout the NWIFCA District as required
Increase compliance with fisheries regulations by planning and executing regular patrols and undertaking enforcement operations
Enforce the IFCA byelaws, EC and National fisheries legislation through the inspection of landings and vessels in harbours and ports and inter tidal areas
Protect the marine environment from harm or damage and report relevant incidents
Undertake surveys of the inshore and offshore marine environment
Assist with a variety of fisheries and marine environmental projects
Carry out other duties as required by the NWIFCA to deliver its statutory duties
Undertake training as required for the post
Main Tasks
Record fishing activity by location, numbers of fishers, vessels and types of fishing activity and collect fisheries intelligence
Inspect and record fishing catches and gear
Take consistent risk based enforcement action to prevent illegal fishing activity
Collect evidence when offences are detected and submit to the Head of Enforcement
Prepare written witness statements, and appear in court as a witness when required
Prepare quarterly reports for the NWIFCA and other reports as required
Protect the marine environment, collect data and report relevant incidents
Assist with environmental survey and monitoring
Build good relationships with NWIFCA coastal community
Meet and get to know stakeholders including fishers and anyone interested in the sea
Provide advice on proposed changes to byelaws, fisheries and conservation objectives
Supply information to ensure fishers and the public are aware of the regulations
Develop and maintain contacts other agencies and groups on NWIFCA policies
Represent NWIFCA at meetings and giving presentations when required
Assist with fisheries and conservation policy formulation.
Ensure that any vehicles, vessels, equipment are correctly maintained
Work with the Authority’s stakeholders to deliver the IFCA objectives
Training
Essential training will be provided in post where necessary including:
IFCA Officers Training Course – Torquay
Sea Survival (PST), First Aid, Safety Awareness, Fire Fighting, ATV courses
RYA SRC (VHF) Certification
ML5 Certificate
REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
Education/
Qualifications
Good general education (supply details)
A minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Mathematics
Seamanship qualifications
RYA Powerboat certificate level 2
Higher education in marine subject
Experience
Experience of outdoor work e.g.boat handling, fisheries, environmental survey work or other marine field work
Dealing with members of the public
Enforcement experience
Experience of fisheries
Ability to handle boats
Knowledge of fisheries legislation
Knowledge
Knowledge of the fishing industry and marine conservation issues
Knowledge of fisheries legislation and NWIFCA byelaws
Technical Skills
Good general IT skills
Good communication skills
Able to keep accurate written records
Full current UK driving licence
Able to handle ATVs and tow trailers
Small boat experience/qualifications
Short report writing
Basic ability with GIS packages
Personal attributes
Enthusiasm for marine environment
Self motivated and good team worker
Willing to work outdoors in all weathers
Physical fitness – the appointee will be required to pass an MCA medical (ML5)
Experience of dealing with a wide variety of people
Experience of handling members of the public in difficult situations