Principal and/or Environmental Modeller
Scottish Sea Farms Limited
Based at any of our offices: Stirling, Barcaldine, Orkney or Shetland
Competitive Salary
Closing date: 04/03/2025
We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Modeller and/or an Environmental Modeller to join our Sustainability and Development team.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The role(s) of Principal and/or Environmental Modeller is a vital position within our Sustainability and Development team. Key responsibilities include the development of hydrodynamic and associated models to assess the impact from and interaction between our marine farms, to inform consenting processes and management decisions. With day-to-day responsibilities in performing and overseeing hydrodynamic modelling, impact assessment modelling, data processing and analysis and internal/external engagement, you will work within a multi-disciplinary team and play a critical role in the provision of environmental models and risk assessments within agreed timescales.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate(s) will have:
- Experience of application of hydrodynamic models and their outputs (ideally in an aquaculture or marine context
- Familiarity with programming in modern scripting languages
- Experience of working with large and complex datasets
- A degree in a relevant environmental discipline (preferably a Master’s degree)
- Experience of regulatory and stakeholder liaison (desirable)
- Experience of the regulatory framework governing aquaculture development and associated activities (desirable)
ABOUT THE PACKAGE
We offer 31 days holiday (increasing to 32 with length of service), life cover, subsidised gym memberships, pension scheme, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme, prescription eyewear discount plus pre-school childcare contribution.
ABOUT SCOTTISH SEA FARMS
With 46 marine farms, 3 freshwater hatcheries and 2 processing facilities across our estate we know that growing the best quality salmon doesn’t only rely on the best farming locations, but also having the best teams in place across our business.
As a recognised employer across the West Coast, Highlands and Northern Isles, we are committed to supporting the local economies where we live and work. We provide employment and career development opportunities, backed by triple accreditation through Investors in People, to support our team and encourage them to build professional career paths.
TO APPLY, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.scottishseafarms.com/our-people/careers
