FIG Job Opportunities

EDUCATION DEPARTMENT -  Shield Support Worker

Closing Date:  02 May 2025

The Opportunity: To assist the SHIELD SEND Teacher and the SHIELD Senior Support Worker with the running of the SHIELD Centre. To work with individuals or groups to ensure a secure and safe working environment either at the Centre or in the wider community.

Essential criteria to include GCSE grade C/level 4 in English & Maths (or equivalent level 2 qualification), a valid manual driving licence B (Car), a minimum of 2 years’ experience of working with people with SEND and have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills

NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT - Veterinary Officer - Public Health

Closing Date:  23 May 2025

The Opportunity: The Department of Agriculture Veterinary Service seeks applications for a full-time Official Veterinarian to join their small, busy team in 2025. The position will primarily consist of regulatory public health duties including regulation of an EU approved abattoir and fishery product establishments.

Essential criteria: Applicants must have Official Veterinarian qualifications with at least 5 years public health experience and familiarity with HACCP documentation.

NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT - Head of Fisheries Management

Closing Date:  18 May 2025

The Opportunity: to ensure the timely and effective management of the Falklands Fishery making evidence-based decisions, using stakeholder, science and compliance information, by working in conjunction with the Deputy Director of Natural Resources. The successful candidate will provide leadership for the team responsible for the monitoring, control and surveillance of the Falkland Island Conservation Zones and other associated fishing activities.

Essential criteria to include a degree (or equivalent) in Marine Science or Fisheries Management (or a relevant subject), with minimum 7 years’ proven experience in a fisheries related role, including personnel management in a similar field or evidence of playing an active role in fisheries/marine enforcement. The applicant needs a comprehensive understanding of fisheries and other maritime legislation.

NB: Applicants without the listed qualifications may be considered if they satisfy other requirements to a very high level or have had previous proven experience within fishery protection or law enforcement appropriate to the post.

POLICY, ECONOMY & CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT -  Economist & Policy Advisor

Closing Date:  16 May 2025

The Opportunity: To provide economic policy analysis and advice across FIG, as well as leadership on the application of economic principles and tools for the evaluation of public policy options and decisions.  The incumbent is also responsible for the preparation and publication of various national economic indicators and forecasts in the national interest.

Essential criteria to include a Masters’ degree (or equivalent) in Economics, Public Policy or in another subject with evidence of equivalent advanced-level courses in economics and/or policy analysis; and 5 years’ relevant post-qualification experience in a public sector, not-for-profit, research organisation or private sector entity with public policy and/or economic analysis responsibility.

POLICY, ECONOMY & CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT -  Assistant Environmental Officer

Closing Date:  16 May 2025

The Opportunity: To provide high level administrative and logistical support to the Environment Department to enable the delivery of a wide range of environmental strategies, programmes and initiatives.

Essential criteria for the post include A-Levels, NVQ 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject such as Geography, Environmental Studies or Natural Sciences, 3 years relevant experience, (gained either in the workplace, during school/college/university or via an apprenticeship, or whilst  volunteering or taking part in other similar activities) which demonstrates clear evidence of the capacity to communicate effectively, think critically, listen actively, build consensus, plan effectively, apply a high level of emotional intelligence, multi-task effectively and deliver clear tangible outcomes.

NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT - Stock Assessment Scientist

Closing Date:  12 May 2025

The Opportunity: To undertake stock assessments of commercially important fishery species and provide timely scientific advice to the Falkland Islands Government for long-term sustainable management of the fisheries.

Essential criteria for the role to include a PhD Level (or equivalent) in an appropriate biological, fisheries or mathematical discipline. A completed training in fisheries stock assessment or other relevant discipline, such as population dynamics, including the ability to apply standard fish stock assessment techniques and to develop new approaches, together with a high level of competence with modern statistical methods.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT  -   Plumber

PROPERTY & MUNICIPAL – Plumber

Closing Date:  09 May 2025

The Opportunity: To carry out a wide range of plumbing related tasks and ensure compliance with quality standards.

 Essential criteria:  to include an NVQ Level 2 in plumbing or equivalent with at least three years’ experience and a valid driving licence.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT  -   Carpenter

PROPERTY & MUNICIPAL – Carpenter 

Closing Date:  09 May 2025

The Opportunity: To effectively plan and execute tasks set by the Senior Carpenter, including the supervision and training of apprentices and other co-workers.

 Essential criteria:   for the role include a current valid driving licence and a minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in carpentry and joinery.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT  -   Electrician

PROPERTY & MUNICIPAL – Electrician 

Closing Date:  09 May 2025

The Opportunity: To supervise works and maintain electrical services throughout all Government properties, ensure efficient management of the Electrical Workshop.

 Essential criteria:  to include City & Guilds 2365 NVQ Level 3, AM2, 2391 Test & Inspection, Electrical Apprenticeship, or equivalent qualifications and at least 10 years’ post qualification experience.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT  -   Waste - Waste Operative

Public Works Department - Waste  – Waste Operative  

Closing Date:  09 May 2025

The Opportunity: The Waste Operative will undertake a range of duties required to operate the Eliza Cove Landfill and Waste Transfer Facility at Megabid. The role includes driving and plant operating duties on and around the landfill sites and the Waste Transfer Facility; as required by the Waste Manager. The post holder will be required to work independently as well as part of a team.

NB: The post holder will be required to undergo inoculation against Hepatitis A & B if not already inoculated.

 Essential criteria:  to include a valid HGV and artic licence, a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the use of heavy plant and machinery, including 360 excavators, 180 excavators, telescopic handlers, and dozer. An understanding of domestic building services maintenance and repairs is also required.