North Western IFCA is recruiting another new post, this time as their Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer (Intelligence), to be based at their Head Office in Carnforth, Lancashire.
Role: IFCO (Intel).
Location: Head Office (Carnforth)
Contract: Permanent; full-time (37 hours per week)
Starting Salary: £39,862-£46,142 (subject to future pay increments and pay awards); Local Government Pension Scheme.
Closing Date: 16th August 2026.
Interview Dates: Anticipated w/c 1st September 2026.
About the role
NWIFCA is seeking to recruit an Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer (Intelligence).
This is a specialist dual role working in the Authority’s Enforcement Team, acting as a front-line fisheries enforcement officer, whilst also fulfilling the role of their Intelligence Officer.
What you will be doing
In your capacity as an IFCO, you will work with colleagues to carry out routine patrols, as and inspections of fishing activity, both from shore and at sea, as well as assisting with investigations when offences are found.
In your other capacity as the Authority’s Intel Officer, you will follow the UK’s National Intelligence Model, assisting our Head of Enforcement in determining priority areas for resource deployment, as well as liaising with partner agencies on intel sharing and tasking.
About you
NWIFCA is looking for someone who is practical, professional and confident working in a regulatory environment. You will need to be able to work outdoors in challenging coastal and estuarine conditions, communicate effectively with fishers and other stakeholders, and apply rules fairly and consistently. To be successful in your intel capacity, you will need strong IT and analytical skills and be able to develop productive working relationships with external partners.
You should be able to demonstrate:
- an interest in fisheries, marine management, environmental regulation or enforcement;
- good communication and interpersonal skills;
- sound judgement and the ability to deal calmly with difficult situations;
- the ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- good written and analytical skills and attention to detail;
- confidence in keeping accurate records and preparing reports;
- willingness to work flexibly, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends as operational needs require;
- a full UK driving licence, or the ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.
Previous experience in fisheries enforcement, marine regulation, environmental management, practical fisheries work, policing, military, regulatory compliance, intelligence, or a similar field would be an advantage. However, we are interested in candidates from any backgrounds with transferable skills and the right mindset.
The deadline for submission of applications is Sunday 16th August 2026.