Seasonal Assistant

Job Description

 

A seasonal assistant post is available with OHFT July – September working on a range of projects.

The Outer Hebrides Fisheries Trust (OHFT) was formed as the Western Isles Fisheries Trust (WIFT) in 1996. The Trust is a charitable, community-based organisation conducting scientific research into wild fish stocks and advising on freshwater fisheries management.

Key items of work that the seasonal assistant will help deliver include:
• Coastal Fyke Netting
• Sweep Netting
• Monitoring – Environmental Management Plans
• National Electrofishing Programme Scotland (NEPS)
• Local estate surveys

The candidate must be fit, motivated, hardworking and willing to work outdoors during all weather conditions. A full valid driving licence is essential. The position will be based in Stornoway at the fisheries trust office Marybank.
This full time, fixed term seasonal post is a wonderful opportunity for a student or recent graduate with an environmental, fisheries or similar degree to gain a range of valuable work experience.
3-month fixed term contract

Full time (37.5hrs/week)

Salary £10.42/hr

Applications in writing to OHFT, The Sawmill, Marybank, Isle of Lewis, HS2 0DD or by email to biologist@ohft.org.uk by 27/03/23

How to Apply

 

Email biologist@ohft.org.uk