Vacancy – Catchment Restoration Assistant

PUBLISHED: 05/08/25

The FNLRT are looking for a motivated and knowledgeable individual with an ambition to contribute towards the better functioning of our home rivers and watersheds. Through a close working relationship with the wider team, the Catchment Restoration Assistant will contribute towards a variety of work streams, helping to increase capacity for a range of the Trust’s activities. There will be a particular focus on developing restoration opportunities in the lower Findhorn catchment area.   

A good understanding of data collection and surveying, alongside attention to detail is critical. Some experience in river and fisheries monitoring is desirable but full training will be given.  

The post is based at Logie Steading on the spectacular River Findhorn, and will report to the FNLRT Catchment Restoration Lead, with oversight provided by the FNLRT Executive Director.  

More information: Please download the Catchment Restoration Assistant Job Specification

Role: Catchment Restoration Assistant

Salary:£24,000-£26,000 pro rata (£19,200-£20,800) p.a. dependent on experience

Contract: Fixed term until March 31st 2026, with the possibility to extend subject to funding

Hours: 0.8 FTE / 28 hours per week, the role may involve occasional work on evenings and weekends

Location: Findhorn, Nairn and Lossie Rivers Trust office, Logie Steading, Dunphail, Moray, IV36 2QN.
We offer a hybrid, flexible working approach. Due to the nature of the role the candidate must be based in or nearby to the River Findhorn, Nairn and Lossie catchment areas.

Start Date: As soon as possible – to be discussed with selected candidate

Closing date for applications: Thursday 14th August 2025 at 17.00

Interviews: Week commencing 18th August

To apply: Please email your CV (max 2 pages) and covering letter (max 2 pages) detailing how you fit the role to admin@fnlrt.org.uk, including your name in the subject line

More information: Please download the Catchment Restoration Assistant Job Specification or email admin@fnlrt.org.uk to speak to a member of the team.

The Findhorn, Nairn and Lossie Rivers Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all and we make recruitment decisions by matching our organisation’s needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. 

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