Fisheries Liaison Officer

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between the project and commercial/recreational fishing stakeholders
• Build and maintain trusting relationships with fishing communities and representative bodies
• Provide clear, timely information regarding project activities, schedules, and potential impacts
• Coordinate the dissemination of notices to mariners, fisheries briefings, and project updates
• Gather and communicate feedback, concerns, and local knowledge from fishers to the project team
• Support compliance with marine licence conditions and Fisheries Management Plans
• Identify, mitigate, and manage potential impacts on fishing activities
• Log, track, and support the resolution of fisheries-related issues, complaints, or claims
• Prepare briefings, reports, and content for internal and external communication channels

Requirements

• Experience working with the fishing industry, marine stakeholders, or in a marine/environmental role
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Good understanding of commercial fishing practices and industry challenges
• Knowledge of the marine environment and offshore energy projects
• Ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts constructively
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and consenting processes for offshore infrastructure
• Full UK Drivers Licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• Pension scheme with up to 10% company match
• 36 days annual leave plus holiday purchase options
• Healthcare options including Dental, Private Medical, and Health Cash Plans
• Share schemes and payroll giving
• Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work schemes
• Life Assurance (4x salary)

About the Company

Iberdrola is a global energy leader and a world leader in wind energy. Through its subsidiary ScottishPower, the company is a key player in the UK's transition to Net Zero, investing heavily in renewable energy and transmission networks to support a sustainable energy model.