Grimsby, Harwich, Lowestoft Job Summary This position is based at Grimsby, Harwich, Lowestoft Job Description This position is for a Marine Officer to be based in Lowestoft. This is part of the East Team area Job Description Key Responsibilities: Inspections And Monitoring: Fishing Vessels: Conduct inspections of fishing vessels in port and, where applicable, at sea. Opportunities exist to train as a boarding officer for at-sea inspections in local areas or onboard the MMO's Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV). Fish Landings: Inspect and monitor fish landings, checking logbooks, landing declarations, and transport documents using a risk-based enforcement model. Premises, Markets, and Vehicles: Perform inspections to ensure compliance with marine and fisheries regulations. Marine Protected Areas (MPAs): Conduct inspections in MPAs to ensure compliance with regulations, understanding the importance of these areas in conserving marine biodiversity. Licensed Activities: Monitor and inspect works licensed under the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 and other relevant legislation. Enforcement And Compliance: Detecting and Resolving Offences: Detect and resolve offences by issuing sanctions for non-compliance. Officers must be prepared for confrontational situations and will receive training on de-escalation techniques. Evidence Gathering: Collect evidence to a high standard when offences are detected, including conducting PACE interviews. Appropriate training will be provided to ensure officers are well-prepared for this aspect of the role. Desk-Based Monitoring: Monitor fishing activity, including transportation and sales of fish. Provide intelligence to help inform the risk of harm to the marine environment. Input and monitor data related to pollution events and other marine activities. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with a range of stakeholders, including the fishing industry, local communities, and other regulatory bodies. Represent the MMO at meetings related to fishing and other marine activities with stakeholders. Provide guidance to the fishing industry to enable better compliance. Health And Safety (H&S): Adhere to and promote health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment. Data Input And IT Use: Utilise various databases and IT systems for data entry and to assist coastal presence using the Catch Recording (CR) app. Training And Accreditation: Undergo a comprehensive training program expected to take several months, including travel for multiple courses. Training locations will vary, providing a well-rounded introduction to the role. Work Conditions: Unsocial Hours: The role may require working unsocial hours to align with the fishing industry's schedule. Travel: Regular travel is required, and a valid driving license is essential. Essential: Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Confidence and resilience in handling enforcement duties and confrontational situations. Using initiative and working independently. Ability to interpret rules/regulations and apply them to a range of practical situations/solutions. Ability to plan, prioritise, and control workload and deliver results to agreed timescales. Track record of professional engagement, problem-solving, and attention to detail. Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Physical fitness to perform duties in sometimes challenging environments, such as getting on and off vessels in port, climbing quay ladders, and inspecting fish within chillers. Desirable: Experience of marine activities and associated legislation. A marine-related qualification. Enthusiasm for and knowledge of the marine environment. Previous experience as an enforcement officer. Ability to manage direct confrontation using de-escalation techniques. Benefits: Comprehensive training and accreditation. Opportunities for career progression, including qualification as a boarding officer. Engagement in preserving and protecting marine environments. Additional Information: Clear information on pay structure, including potential for increments, will be provided. This job description aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the Marine Officer role, emphasising the importance of enforcement duties, training opportunities, and the challenging yet rewarding nature of the work. Please see Candidate pack attached. FAILURE TO USE THE MMO CV TEMPLATE ATTACHED WILL RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION NOT BEING SIFTED. This position is for a Marine Officer to be based in Lowestoft. This is part of the East Team area Additional Information: Clear information on pay structure, including potential for increments, will be provided. This job description aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the Marine Officer role, emphasising the importance of enforcement duties, training opportunities, and the challenging yet rewarding nature of the work. Please see Candidate pack attached. FAILURE TO USE THE MMO CV TEMPLATE ATTACHED WILL RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION NOT BEING SIFTED. Person specification Please Refer To Job Description Licences Full driving licence Alongside your salary of £28,864, Marine Management Organisation contributes £8,361 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Selection process details Please Refer To Job Description Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. 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Nationality requirements This Job Is Broadly Open To The Following Groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job Contact : Name : Justin Rowley Email : Justin.RowleyMarinemanagement.org.uk Recruitment team Email : defra-recruitment-enquiriesresourcing.soprasteria.co.uk Further information https://networkrecruitment.tal.net/vx/appcentre-5/brand-10/spa-1/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/6/opp/6084-6084-Marine-Officer-Lowestoft/en-GB