Escape to Paradise: £32k Job Monitoring Seabirds on Remote Scottish Island

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Escape to Paradise: £32k Job Monitoring Seabirds on Remote Scottish Island
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A unique job opportunity has arisen to monitor wildlife on a remote Scottish island, offering a salary of £32,000. NatureScot is searching for a seasonal officer to oversee wildlife monitoring on Noss, a small island in the Shetland Isles designated as a nature reserve.

For those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, a unique job opportunity has emerged on a remote Scottish island. NatureScot, the Scottish Government's nature agency, is searching for a seasonal officer to oversee wildlife monitoring on Noss, a small island in the Shetland Isles designated as a nature reserve. The island boasts an internationally recognized seabird colony, encompassing species like gannets, razorbills, puffins, and guillemots.

It is also renowned for its population of great skuas, also known as 'bonxies' in Shetland, a globally rare bird species. With 400 breeding pairs, Noss harbors the fifth largest great skua colony worldwide.The seasonal officer's responsibilities involve monitoring seabirds, operating a small inflatable ferry connecting the island to the mainland, and welcoming visitors to the reserve. Accommodation is provided on the island in a basic yet comfortable off-grid setting, shared with another reserve officer. The role runs from April to the end of September. Applicants must possess strong interpersonal skills, prior experience in bird monitoring (preferably seabirds), and proficiency in boat handling. Basic practical skills would be advantageous for temporary repairs on the island. The job offers a salary of £32,000. Applications close on February 3rd

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