Job Description:

Job information Operations Officer (Fishery Officer) from the Company Scottish Government, this latest Operations Officer (Fishery Officer) job vacancy is located in the city Lerwick ZE located in the country United Kingdom . This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate GCSE . Job Vacancies in this Operations field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Responsibility:

Overview: The Scottish Government is preparing for the implementation of a new HR and Finance platform and, as a result, some job offers will be subject to an October 2024 start date at the earliest. This will be confirmed as your application progresses. Are you looking for a marine-based role where you can make a real difference by ensuring standards in the fishing industry? We are looking for three Operations Officers to join our Marine Operations offices in Lerwick, Scrabster and Kinlochbervie, helping us to ensure Scottish law and International Fisheries Regulations are upheld. As an Operations Officer, you will undertake inspections of documentation, equipment and catches and provide guidance, advice and information to fishing industry contacts. You will work as part of a team to investigate compliance of Marine Licensing Regulations, ensuring quality standards and protecting Scotland's marine environment. Responsibilities:

• Conduct inspections at onshore factories, on board fishing vessels in harbour, at fish buyers / sellers and in vehicles used to transport fisheries products.
• Inspect documentation, fishing gear and/or catches for compliance with conservation, quota management and marketing regulations.
• Analyse Masters' electronic logbooks and vessel transmissions via Vessel Monitoring Systems.
• Investigate offences against Scottish, UK, EU and International Fisheries Regulations, compiling and submitting prosecution reports to The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service.
• Participate in investigations of breaches of Marine Licensing Regulations working with a variety of partner organisations.
• Conduct audit exercises to ensure industry compliance with grant application conditions.
• Provide expert guidance and advice to fishing industry contacts and stakeholders.

Essential Criteria & Qualifications: A driving licence which allows you to drive in the UK. ROLE CRITERIA Essential Criteria: (Provide evidence in application form)

• A sound knowledge and understanding of the Scottish Fishing and Marine Industries, including the main fisheries and sectors.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage a varied workload and to meet targets in a flexible manner so to progress tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively to colleagues and to a wide range of contacts, demonstrating sound judgement and reliability under pressure, and accepting responsibility for subsequent outcomes.
• Ability to analyse, interpret and act upon evidence.

Competencies: (Provide evidence at assessment / interview)

• Self-Awareness
• Analysis and Use of Evidence
• Communication and Engagement
• Improving Performance

ABOUT US The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. We have responsibility for a wide range of key policy areas including: education, health, the economy, justice, housing and transport. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. Our staff are part of the UK Civil Service, working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland. We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer. As part of the UK Civil Service, we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules. WORKING PATTERN Our standard hours are 37 hours per week, reducing to 35 hours per week for all staff on 1 October 2024. Inspections are carried out in line with operations of the industry and officers are expected to undertake some of their duties during unsocial hours or at weekends. FLEXIBLE WORKING ALLOWANCE

Officers will qualify for flexible working allowance at all locations which is currently £4183.40 per year, paid monthly. These offices work a rota system with hours rostered between 0700 and 2300 set two weeks in advance.

EQUALITY STATEMENT We are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation. Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them. FURTHER INFORMATION Find out more about our organisation, what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website. Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes. CONTACT For further information about these roles contact: toby.flint@gov.scot or nicol.strang@gov.scot

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Closed Date : 2025-02-12