Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Technical Fisheries Officer within the Fisheries team based in the East Midlands. This is part of the Fisheries Biodiversity and Geomorphology department. Successful candidates will be expected to provide high quality fisheries advice to a variety of internal and external customers, taking a risk‑based approach to help protect and improve the water environment and water‑dependent wildlife. This position focusses on significant water catchments within the East Midlands.
Responsibilities
* Provide high quality fisheries advice to internal and external customers.
* Apply a risk‑based approach to protect and improve the water environment and water‑dependent wildlife.
* Deliver environmental outcomes and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Work independently, manage your own workload and take initiative.
* Travel within the allocated catchment and be flexible to work 24‑hour out‑of‑hours roster and incident response duties.
Qualifications
* A degree in a relevant subject or equivalent professional experience.
* A good understanding of practical fisheries management techniques and excellent fish identification skills.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with a wide range of people.
* Excellent time‑management skills with the ability to handle an unpredictable workload and balance conflicting needs and priorities.
Desirable
* Good general understanding of fisheries legislation and law.
* Self‑motivated, proactive and able to act independently.
* Strong influencing skills and experience of engaging key stakeholders.
* Confident communicator.
Benefits and Working Arrangements
* Fixed‑term assignment – end date 15th January 2027.
* Hybrid working – expectation of 1–2 days per week in office.
* Travel across the area and work in the field required.
* Incident response duties and 24‑hour roster.
Contact
Interviews are expected W/C 20th October. If you have any questions, please contact Team Leader Lewis.Robinson@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Commitment to Diversity
The Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce, embracing diversity and supporting flexible working patterns for all vacancies.
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