At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage hatchery operations and support wild salmon populations.
- Company: Private estate focused on conservation and sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company car, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Hands-on role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in conserving wild salmon and the environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in hatchery management and knowledge of salmon ecology.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Hatchery Manager to run a small private hatchery, dedicated to supporting and enhancing wild salmon populations within a well-managed private estate. The successful candidate will bring proven experience in hatchery operations, with a strong understanding of salmon biology and life cycles, supported by either professional practice or academic study. This is a hands-on role requiring both operational oversight and day-to-day management.
Key responsibilities include:
- Planning and managing hatchery operations throughout the annual cycle
- Monitoring fish health, water quality, and environmental conditions
- Ensuring best practice in line with relevant environmental and fisheries guidance
- Maintenance and upkeep of all hatchery facilities and equipment
- Leading initiatives to support and improve wild salmon stocks
Candidate profile:
- Demonstrable experience in fish hatchery management or a closely related field
- Sound knowledge of wild salmon ecology and development stages
- Practical, self-motivated, and capable of working independently
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
- A genuine interest in conservation and the natural environment
This role would suit an individual seeking a rewarding position, contributing directly to the sustainability of an important natural resource.
Pay: From £26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
Hatchery Manager in London employer: Benmore Estate
Join a dedicated team as a Hatchery Manager in a unique private estate focused on enhancing wild salmon populations. Our company fosters a supportive work culture that values conservation and sustainability, offering competitive benefits such as a company car and private medical insurance. With opportunities for professional growth and a hands-on role in managing hatchery operations, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in the natural environment.
