Commercial Fisheries Manager

Wood Group; Staines-upon-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Commercial Fisheries Manager to join their Technical Consulting team on a part-time contract in Staines or Aberdeen, with potential remote arrangements. This role involves managing fisheries liaison services, collaborating with contractors and fishers, and ensuring effective stakeholder communication. Candidates should possess strong management skills and experience in fisheries. The company offers a caring culture, flexibility, and a commitment to diversity and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Competitive remuneration package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills to foster collaboration among diverse groups.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks effectively.
• Experience in fisheries management or related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage fisheries liaison services and financial oversight.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Proactively engage to resolve conflicts and safeguard project interests.

Skills

Effective management of fisheries

Stakeholder engagement

Financial oversight

Conflict resolution

Job description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world

Wood is seeking a Commercial Fisheries Manager to join our Technical Consulting team on a part-time contract basis. This role will support a key client and can be based at either our Staines or Aberdeen office. For the ideal candidate, we are open to considering remote working arrangements within the UK.

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The Role

This role ensures effective management of fisheries liaison services, transparent financial oversight, and strong collaboration between contractors, operators, and fishers. By integrating stakeholder feedback into project planning and fostering open communication, the Commercial Fisheries Manager safeguards both operational efficiency and community trust while driving best practices in fisheries management.

The role also involves building strong stakeholder relationships by acting as a trusted interface between project teams, contractors, and the fishing community. It requires proactive engagement to anticipate potential conflicts, ensure timely resolution of issues, and safeguard the interests of both the project and local fishers.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Within Technical Consulting, our clients range from both major and independent operators of onshore oil & gas and clean energy facilities such as carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) and windfarms, through to suppliers, fabricators and EPC contractors. We execute projects from concept through detailed design, construction and commissioning on a world-wide basis. We are proud to be working on projects that support the energy transition journey, enabling a more sustainable future for us all.

What we can offer

• A caring team culture we support each other professionally and personally, encouraging knowledge sharing across all areas of the business
• Energy Transition Academy join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field
• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the Energy sector
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Commitment to continued professional development development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession