Description Job Description Are you looking for a marine-based role where you can make a real difference by ensuring standards in the fishing industry? The Scottish Government Marine Directorate is looking for four Operations Officers to join the Marine Directorate which is responsible for deterring and detecting illegal activities through effective compliance and enforcement arrangements. The roles will be based in Peterhead (nightshift), UKFMC (Edinburgh) and 2 positions in Scrabster. As warranted officers (following satisfactory completion of the first 9 months' service and completion of our BSFO training programme), 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. Roles are based in our Scrabster, UKFMC and Peterhead (nightshift). Due to the remote locations of landing ports a considerable amount of driving is involved therefore a valid driving licence that enables the candidate to drive in the UK is required. You should note that this role includes carrying out visits to various types of establishments in all weather conditions, therefore a willingness to carry out these visits is a prerequisite for the posts. Further vacancies throughout our 18 Costal location may arise throughout the next 12 months. Responsibilities. The inspection of documentation, fishing gear and/or catches for compliance with conservation, quota management and marketing regulations, Analysis of Master’s daily electronic logbook information, a analysis of vessel’s transmissions via Vessel Monitoring Systems, Providing guidance, advice and information to the fishing industry, Officers based at our coastal locations may conduct inspections onshore in factories and on board fishing vessels whilst in harbour. Inspections of fish and documentation are conducted at the premises of fish buyers and sellers as well as in vehicles used to transport fisheries products. Inspections are conducted 24/7 in-line with the operations of the industry and officers can expect to undertake some of their duties in unsocial hours and at weekends; investigating offences against Scottish, UK, EU and International Fisheries Regulations, and being responsible for compiling and submitting prosecution reports to The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service, which may ultimately lead to the criminal prosecution of offenders. Responsibilities Qualifications Valid driving licence which enables you to drive in the UK - please indicate in your personal statement that you meet this requirement Success Profile Success profiles are specific to each job and they include the mix of skills, experience and behaviours candidates will be assessed on. Experience Experience working in the Scottish Fishing and/or Marine Industries. Behaviours Making Effective Decisions – Level 2 Working Together – Level 2 Communicating and Influencing – Level 2 Managing a quality service – Level 2 You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours here How to apply Apply online before 12 February 2025, providing a CV and Supporting Statement of no more than 750 words which provides evidence of how you meet the skills, experience and behaviours listed in the Success Profile above. If invited for further assessment, this will consist of an interview and Presentation. Assessments are scheduled for w/c 3 March 2025 however this may be subject to change. Qualifications About Us Marine Directorate manages Scotland’s marine and freshwater environments, dealing with issues such as sea fisheries, marine litter, offshore renewables and aquaculture. We have more than 700 staff around Scotland including scientists, mariners, enforcement officers, policy specialists, finance specialists and economists. We also currently have our own fleet of two aircraft, three Marine Protection vessels, two inshore protection vessels and two Marine Research vessels making us an exciting, unique and dynamic working environment. Marine Directorate Operations is responsible for deterring and detecting illegal activities through effective compliance and enforcement arrangements. We employ Marine staff that are responsible for the crewing of Marine Directorate's three Marine Protection vessels and Coastal Inspection staff, who make up the Sea Fisheries Inspectorate. The Coastal staff are located at 18 Fishery Offices around the coast of Scotland and at the Registration of Buyers and Sellers (RBS) Unit, which is based in Aberdeen. 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 Officers will qualify for either a shift allowance or flexible working allowance. Peterhead and the UKFMC will qualify for a shift allowance as they are shift ports. Either 12.5% or 21% depending on location. All other coastal location will qualify for flexible working allowance which is currently 10% of the B2 maximum. Both paid monthly. 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.