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Scottish Environment Protection Agency

Lead Specialist Scientist - Aquaculture

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Scottish Environment Protection Agency
Scotland's environmental regulator managing pollution, floods, and sustainable growth.
Lead scientist directing evidence and monitoring for marine fish farm regulation.
7d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Holytown, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
1,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Regulation
Planning
Hydrology
Ecology
Sector Specialisms
Water
Energy
Waste
Land
Radioactive Substances
Role
What you would be doing
monitoring design
data provision
regulatory advice
method guidance
findings reporting
project coordination
  • Leading on the design, delivery and review of national scale monitoring programmes, and coordinating the resources and projects needed to delivery them.
  • Leading on the provision of expert, robust, scientific data and advice on the interactions between wild salmonids and sea lice from marine fish farms
  • Providing technical, evidence-based advice on future adaptations of SEPA’s regulatory framework.
  • Advising on state-of-the-art monitoring methods and their potential to produce suitable data on interactions between sea lice and wild salmon and sea trout.
  • Communicating findings and advising on their implications for SEPAs regulatory decision making and Scottish Government policy.
What you bring
written skills
analytical skills
scqf level
project management
driving licence
marine aquaculture
  • Written skills will be important in report composition and the presentation of complex and detailed proposals and recommendations
  • Advanced analytical skills required, in order to evaluate and interpret complex data sets, and communicate the implications to a broad audience
  • Relevant experience or qualification equivalent to SCQF Level 10 (e.g. relevant Degree)
  • Well-developed planning and project management skills, with the ability to design monitoring programmes to address complex, large scale environmental issues
  • Full Driving Licence, valid in the UK
  • A comprehensive knowledge of interactions between the marine fish farming industry and wild salmonids, including a full understanding of relevant associated legislation, policy and guidance
Benefits
  • Paid time off to support your Wellbeing and enable you to Volunteer in your community
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
  • Training & development to enable colleagues to improve their skills, competencies and knowledge to perform at their best.
  • Up to 35 days annual leave and 7 additional public holidays each year (pro rata)
  • Progressive Family Friendly policies
  • Hybrid and Flexible working opportunities
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
  • Founded in 1996, SEPA is Scotland's key environmental regulator and strategic flood risk authority.
  • Its core responsibilities include regulating pollution, flood forecasting, and promoting sustainability.
  • SEPA monitors air, water, and soil quality and advises on environmental regulations.
  • Notable projects include advanced flood prediction systems and digital tools for environmental data sharing.
  • SEPA played a major role in tackling pollution in River Kelvin, restoring it to healthier levels since the 1960s.
  • It transitioned to energy-efficient operations, reducing desktop energy costs by 90% and promoting flexible workstyles.
  • SEPA's innovative approaches in conservation and transparency have bolstered public credibility.
Culture + Values
  • Committed to protecting Scotland's environment and fostering sustainable development.
  • Promotes collaboration with businesses, communities, and stakeholders.
  • Encourages flexibility and innovation in the workplace.
  • Values knowledge-sharing and environmental accountability.
Environment + Sustainability
  • SEPA focuses on addressing climate, pollution, and biodiversity crises.
  • Utilizes Integrated Authorisation Framework for efficient environmental regulation.
  • Achieved a 40% drop in non-compliance incidents through data-driven strategies.
  • Promotes low-carbon and resource-efficient business practices.
  • Target date for achieving net zero emissions aligns with Scotland’s climate goals.
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