Current Vacancies
Inshore Fisheries & Conservation Officer (Grade 5) Enforcement
Reports to: Senior IFCO Compliance
Location: The Authority’s offices are in Kings Lynn and Lowestoft but there may be some flexibility in base location. All IFCO’s are expected to work throughout the district.
Salary range: £35,042 – £38,068 (including 7.5% salary supplement).
Hours: 37hrs
Role type: Permanent
Closing Date: 30 November 2025
Eastern IFCA is one of the largest of the 10 Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities, responsible for the coastline of Lincolnshire, Norfolk and Suffolk and out to six nautical miles at sea. One of our primary functions is to enforce all relevant fisheries and conservation regulations, which is undertaken by a team of warranted Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officers (IFCO).
Exciting opportunities have arisen for the right people to be appointed as warranted IFCOs. The role will involve working both independently and as part of a small team, conducting vessel and shore-based patrols in the proportionate enforcement of UK and local legislation, with an emphasis on the promotion of compliance via stakeholder engagement.
The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively, to defuse confrontational situations and to develop constructive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders. They will also be able to problem solve, be organised and able to prioritise their working day. They will be part of the visible face of the Authority and should be capable of promoting the reputation and values of Eastern IFCA.
In addition to enforcement activity IFCOs undertake vessel crew duties and are expected to support the work of colleagues in the Marine Science team, including undertaking surveys, research, and project work. The role is physically demanding so candidates should have a reasonable level of fitness.
Subject to candidates being qualified to RYA Yachtmaster Offshore standard consideration may be given to appointment at a higher scale to act as skipper on the Authority’s patrol vessels.
The role will involve working some unsocial hours including early mornings, late evenings and some weekends and nights as required, occasionally at short notice. A salary supplement of 7.5% (included in the salary quoted above) is payable in recompense for this.
Applications from candidates with experience in enforcement or the marine industry and/or with knowledge of commercial or recreational fishing would be welcomed. However, a full training program will be provided for the successful candidate.
If successful you will be required to undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard check and seafarers medical (ENG1 or ML5).
For further information and to apply for this role please visit our website at www.eastern-ifca.gov.uk and complete and return the application form to jodihammond@eastern-ifca.gov.uk
For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Simon Lee on 07795 343215