Fisheries Observer/Senior Fisheries Observer
Fisheries Observer/Senior Fisheries Observer
Department Name: Natural Resources Department
Job Title: Fisheries Observer/Senior Fisheries Observer
Starting Salary: These are dual graded roles commencing from £28,982 - £33,332 per annum within FIG Grade E1 (Fisheries Observer) or from £35,774 - £41,168 per annum within FIG Grade D1 (Senior Fisheries Observer) - depending on qualifications and experience.
The Opportunity: To play a critical role in the conservation and management of fisheries resources by gathering data essential to the sustainability of the Falkland Islands fisheries resources.
Essential criteria: The successful applicants will be required to hold at least a BSc (or equivalent) in Fisheries Science, Marine Affairs or other relevant subject, (or be able demonstrate evidence of working in a compatible role at a similar level). We are looking for individuals who have good communication skills, the capacity to write detailed and comprehensive reports, work effectively using their own initiative and who are also good team players. The applicants must be able to remain professional, impartial, and diligent in the execution of their duties. To be considered for the higher-grade, applicants must have a minimum of three years’ sea observer experience in a Fisheries Observer, Fisheries Enforcement Officer, Marine Officer or Inspector role and have experience of mentoring and coaching others.
Further Information: To collect biological data and monitor vessel compliance with current Falkland Islands Fisheries legislation and fishing licence conditions, Observers will be required to spend periods of up to eight weeks at a time at sea, (although this may vary if conditions dictate).
Contract Type: This is a permanent post on standard FIG terms and conditions
Closing Date: 07 August 2025
For further information on the post contact Toni Trevizan by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 27260
To download application forms or job descriptions or to apply please visit https://falklands.gov.fk/jobs or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Fisheries_Observer_2025.pdf
Senior_Fisheries_Observer_2025.pdf