NIFCA is justifiably proud of its excellent team of Officers and staff dedicated to managing a sustainable marine environment and inshore fisheries. With maintaining healthy seas at the heart of our vision, our team enjoy the positive and friendly environment of working in a small team that really makes a difference to the local coastline.
We are currently advertising for the following position:
Second Engineer/IFCO
- Salary: NIFCA Grade D, £28,151 – £37,850 (dependent on experience)
- Hours: 37 hours (5 days) per week
- Base: Blyth & the NIFCA district
The Northumberland Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (NIFCA) is looking for an experienced individual to act as its Second Engineer/Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer (IFCO). This is a dual role, with the main emphasis upon marine engineering and maintenance work required by NIFCA with the successful applicant being responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep of the NIFCA’s vessels and equipment.
The position ideally requires somebody with experience in maintaining work boats of up to 24 metres in length. Diagnostic and maintenance knowledge of 4 stroke outboard engines, vessel hydraulic and electrical systems would be an advantage.
Sea going experience is essential, with any RYA qualifications advantageous as the successful applicant will also be required to act as a member of crew NIFCA’s patrol vessel and Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs). The role will also entail working as part of NIFCA’s enforcement team, knowledge of local inshore fisheries within the NIFCA district will also be advantageous.
Regular duties of the NIFCA Engineer/IFCO include:
- Maintenance and engine servicing of the NIFCA’s vessels including the 16m Patrol Vessel ‘St Aidan’ which is a 16m catamaran with twin Cummins QSC engines; the RIBs, (9.5 metre cabin RIB and 5.3 metre RIB powered with Suzuki 4 stroke outboards)”.
- Working as part of the crew on the ‘St Aidan’ and the RIBs when required and fully supporting all related activities.
- As a trained and warranted Officer will support the IFCO team carrying out regular inspections at ports, harbours, wholesalers, markets and any other premises.
- Actively engaging with commercial and recreational fishers, stakeholders and the public.
- Where necessary, support the Environmental Team with surveys, data collection and any other duties required.
- A varied work pattern from Monday to Sunday, in line with the needs of NIFCA, and including some unsociable hours.
The successful applicant will have:
- A high degree of self-motivation
- The ability to work professionally both alone and as part of a small team.
- Marine engineering knowledge with experience in a work boat role including MCA Approved Engine Course Part 1 and 2 or equivalent as a minimum
- Full and valid UK driving licence and own vehicle
- Practical seamanship skills and experience
- Strong communication skills
It would be desirable for the applicant to have:
Experience in maintaining small work boats
- Knowledge of outboard engines and vessel hydraulic and electrical systems
- Knowledge of the local inshore fishing industry
- RYA powerboat level 2 or equivalent
- Good IT, literacy and numeracy skills
To apply for this position, please complete our APPLICATION FORM and send it with a covering letter to nifca@nifca.gov.uk.
Please see the JOB SPECIFICATION for more details about this position.
CLOSING DATE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS IS MIDNIGHT ON SUNDAY 20th APRIL 2025
Interviews will be held in May with the aim of the successful candidate starting in early June 2025.
