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Electrofishing Technician (Temporary Contract)
Location: Llandarcy
Start Date: 5th May 2026
Pay Rate: £15.59 per hour
Hours of work: 37.5 hours a week
Assignment Length: Temporary until October 2026
We are currently recruiting for a Field Technician to support an environmental monitoring project in West Wales. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for the outdoors and environmental science to gain hands on field experience.
Working as part of a small team of three, including a Senior Officer, you will be carrying out electrofishing surveys in rivers and streams to assess fish populations and overall river health.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct electrofishing surveys in rivers and streams
• Safely catch fish using nets and assist with population sampling
• Record accurate data including fish measurements and environmental readings
• Support water quality testing and ecological monitoring
• Assist with data entry and reporting
• Travel to various sites across West Wales
About You:
• Degree in Marine Biology, Zoology or a related field is desirable
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Confident working in rivers and water environments (typically knee depth)
• Strong attention to detail when recording data
• Full UK driving licence is essential due to travel requirements
• Confident swimmer
Training will be provided, including water safety training.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build experience in environmental fieldwork within a supportive and experienced team.
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