EIFCA will lead, champion and manage a sustainable marine environment and inshore fisheries, by successfully securing the right balance between social, environmental and economic benefits to ensure healthy seas, sustainable fisheries and a viable industry
Join Eastern IFCA – Protecting Our Marine Environment (4 vacancies)
Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (Eastern IFCA) is recruiting to a number of exciting roles across science, enforcement and policy.
Covering the coasts of Lincolnshire, Norfolk and Suffolk, we manage inshore fisheries and protect the marine environment through a combination of research, regulation and engagement with coastal communities.
We’re looking for motivated and capable individuals to join our team and contribute to practical, real-world environmental management.
The closing date for this recruitment opportunity is 31 July 2026
We are currently recruiting for:
Senior Marine Science Officer (Research)
Lead applied research, surveys and monitoring programmes to support fisheries management and conservation.
Senior IFCO (Marine)
Lead sea-going enforcement operations and vessel activity, including acting as Skipper.
Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer (IFCO)
Deliver frontline enforcement, stakeholder engagement and operational work at sea and ashore.
Policy & Projects Officer
Support policy development and deliver projects across the organisation.
Why Join Us?
- Work on real environmental challenges with direct impact
- Be part of a small, skilled and supportive team
- Opportunities for fieldwork, sea-going activity and varied work
- Gain experience across science, policy, enforcement and operations
- Access to training and professional development
- Benefit from membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, offering a high-quality, secure pension as part of a strong overall employment package
Find out more and apply
Full details of all current vacancies, including job descriptions and application information, are available on our vacancies page.