Principal / Senior Fish Health Consultants

1 week ago

Oban, United Kingdom Ocean Ecology Full time

WHY OCEAN ECOLOGY?
We are a leading marine environmental consultancy specialising in providing survey, technical
and advisory services to organisations delivering and governing the global blue economy.
Together with Åkerblå, Norway’s leading provider of fish health services, we recently became
part of DNV - a fully self-owned foundation, serving
marine industries globally. The access to Åkerblå and DNV’s competence and capabilities has now
enabled an exciting expansion of our services to the Scottish aquaculture market.
WHY APPLY?
These new roles will provide unique opportunities to work in and help shape a growing and
dynamic organisation alongside a team of passionate marine scientists. We offer
industry-competitive salaries commensurate with experience, with associated benefits including
private health options, extensive training opportunities and a flexible working policy.
You will have the chance to work with Åkerblå’s leading fish health experts through knowledge
exchange programs, gain extensive understanding of cutting-edge technologies, and develop your
career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
PRINCIPAL AND SENIOR FISH HEALTH CONSULTANTS
Are you passionate about fish health and eager to work in one of Scotland’s leading marine
environmental service providers? Ocean Ecology Ltd. is growing rapidly within the aquaculture
sector and we are now investing in a new UK-focused fish health unit to cater for the growing
demand for expert fish health and welfare services in Scotland.
As part of Ocean Ecology, you’ll join our aquaculture team and benefit from direct access to
Norway’s top fish health experts through Åkerblå - a DNV company. With the collective expertise
of more than 70 veterinarians and aqua medicine biologists, our goal is to establish a leading
competence centre in Scotland, offering exceptional opportunities for both professional and
personal development.
Join us to make a real difference
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:
These roles will be pivotal in shaping and expanding our fish health unit, offering significant
will also play a key role in facilitating knowledge transfer between Norway and the UK,
fostering collaboration and establishing best practices for fish health management.
**Operational tasks will also include**:
Monitoring fish health at various aquaculture sites, including hatcheries, smolt ongrowing
facilities, and marine fish farms.
Overseeing delousing operations, vaccination, hygiene inspections, and other fish
health-related tasks.
Facilitating the development and production of biosecurity and fish health management
strategies and plans.
Investigation of specific fish health-related incidents (e.g. an outbreak of disease) and
subsequent reporting.
**IDEAL CANDIDATE**:
Veterinary degree recognised by the RCVS
Service-oriented with professional integrity
Enjoys fieldwork and being at sea
Thrives in a varied and challenging work environment
Independent, structured, and passionate about the field
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
3-5 years’ experience (Senior) and 10+ years’ experience (Principal) in a related role,
e.g. as a fish vet or fish health biologist
Sound understanding of the various regulatory regimes applicable to finfish aquaculture in
Scotland, especially those administered by the Fish Health Inspectorate (FHI) and the Scottish
Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA).

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