Seasonal Rangers

South West Water; Bristol; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water management organization in the UK seeks dedicated Fisheries Staff for a hands-on role at their fishery. Responsibilities include supporting daily operations, caring for fish stock, and engaging with visitors. Ideal candidates will have a passion for fishing, good customer service skills, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Join a supportive team while contributing to community and environmental well-being. This is a fixed-term contract until late November 2024.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Hands-on experience in fisheries

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for trout, predator, and reservoir fishing.
• Comfortable with physically demanding outdoor work.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the day‑to‑day operation of a premier UK fishery.
• Monitor fish welfare, water conditions, and site safety.
• Engage positively with visitors.

Skills

Customer service

Engaging with visitors

Fishing knowledge

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Job description

At Bristol Water, we’ve been improving health and community wellbeing since 1846. We operate nine lakes across the Bristol area, supporting drinking water supply, protecting wildlife habitats, and offering premier angling opportunities.

What you’ll be doing

This practical, hands‑on fisheries role involves a variety of responsibilities:

• Support the day‑to‑day operation of a premier UK fishery
• Prepare, clean and maintain fishing boats and angling equipment
• Work at the fish farm, caring for fish stock
• Welcome anglers, check tickets and share local fishing knowledge
• Monitor fish welfare, water conditions and site safety
• Maintain banks, jetties, car parks and access points
• Protect Sites of Special Scientific Interest while sustaining recreation
• Engage positively with visitors, from regular anglers to first‑time guests
• Take responsibility for site safety and visitor satisfaction
• Act as a visible, knowledgeable presence on the water – approachable, professional and firm when required

When you’ll work

• Salary: £27,565 – £27,565 per year (pro rata); £13.95 per hour equivalent
• Fixed‑term contract until late November 2024
• 30 or 38 hours per week, 4 or 5 days
• Two weekends out of three and bank holidays included
• Mix of early starts at 7 am and late finishes at sunset plus one hour

What we’re looking for

We want anglers who want to turn their passion into a meaningful season of work. You’ll fit the role if you:

• Have a genuine passion for trout, predator and reservoir fishing
• Enjoy engaging with anglers and providing great customer service
• Are practical, reliable and comfortable with physically demanding outdoor work
• Can work confidently in all weather conditions
• Work well alone and as part of a team
• Are approachable and professional, yet firm when necessary
• Take responsibility for public safety, fish welfare and our assets
• Are proactive, observant and able to use initiative
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Have a good level of physical fitness

Formal fisheries qualifications are not essential – real‑world angling knowledge and attitude matter more.

What’s in it for you

• Company pension scheme
• Supportive experienced fisheries and ranger team
• Daily access to some of the UK’s most respected reservoir fisheries
• Hands‑on experience building a career in fisheries
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)

Bristol Water is committed to the welfare of our customers and expects all staff to share this commitment. All direct customer‑facing appointments are subject to a basic DBS check.

We value diversity and inclusivity. Be yourself – we celebrate uniqueness and build a culture of belonging.

Closing date: 18 January 2025.