Bord Iascaigh Mhara / BIM is pleased to welcome applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the post of:
Aquaculture Technical Officer (Eng. Grade III Contract of Indefinite Duration) About BIM
BIM is a non-commercial semi-state body, formally established by statute (Irish Sea Fisheries Act 1952) and an agency of the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine (DAFM). It is the Irish State agency responsible for developing the Irish seafood industry. BIM's strategy aims to enhance the competitiveness of the Irish seafood sector focusing on the following five key strategic priorities: Sustainability, Skills, Innovation, Competitiveness, Leadership.
The organisation has four business units: Seafood Technical Services, Corporate Services, Development and Innovation Services, Economic and Strategic Services, and these are supported by the Office of the CEO. BIM's Head Office is in Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin.
In supporting the seafood sector, BIM's staff are also strategically located in the coastal communities which they serve, including offices in Galway and Killybegs. In addition, BIM's two National Fisheries Colleges are located in Greencastle, Co. Donegal and Castletownbere, Co. Cork.
Brief description of Role
The Aquaculture Technical Officer is a key client facing role responsible for the development and maintenance of strong relationships with the aquaculture sector as well as research institutes, suppliers and other state agencies. As a technical team member, they will act as a conduit between the aquaculture and BIM. The Aquaculture Technical Officer will ensure that BIM is kept abreast of any issues or initiatives stemming from the sector so that BIM can continue to offer relevant support and services to the industry and that projects proposed in its annual work plan reflects the needs of its clients. The Aquaculture Technical Officer will also be required to ensure that the sector is briefed on any relevant grant aid support schemes, training and any other relevant services that BIM offer to the industry.
Salary
In accordance with the Public Sector, Department of Finance the approved Salary Scale is a salary range of €38,083 – €77,284 (as of 1st October 2024) per annum pro-rated with time worked.
How to apply:
A full C.V. together with a letter of application and completed BIM application form, summarising experience and skill sets applicable to the position should be emailed to ****** .
Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
The closing date for Applications: 6th December 2024.The full candidate briefing pack and the required application form are available here.
If you have any queries or for additional information, please contact ******.
BIM is an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to ensuring that all recruitment candidates have complete and equitable access as can reasonably be provided. If you require any support or accommodation as part of the recruitment process, please contact us directly at ******.
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