1001-342 HMP Project Support - B Grade - August 2026

To carry out control of mink in support of a project set up and funded by Scottish Natural Heritage The project aims to eradicate American mink (Neovision vision) from the Outer Hebrides.

To trap and humanely despatch American Mink (also rats and potentially ferrets) on the Isles of Lewis and Harris using both “Breakback” (kill) and live capture cage traps.

• →To control mink, by trapping in the Uists, Western Isles
• →To record contacts with officials and the public, in relation to this work
• →To maintain accurate records of mink trapping operations
• →To maintain a high level of personal responsibility in dealing sensitively and humanely with control operations

Finally, please note that the nature of this role can involve walking over moorland of between 8-20 kilometres per day.

1. Experience of wildlife management, using Live Capture and Kill Traps and outdoor work. 
2. As travelling is an integral part of the job, you must have a valid driving licence, or be able to call upon suitable alternative means of transport.
3. As this role will involve working in rough terrain and inclement weather conditions the post holder must have an element of physical fitness.
4. Effective time management and communication skills.
5. Knowledge of the local area and its natural history
6. Experience of working in an Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) eradication Project
7. Boat handling skills.
8. Experience of dealing with the general public.
9. Experience of working with firearms.
10. Experience of using working dogs.

• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and resident in Scotland for the duration of the job contract
• To undertake a Disclosure Scotland application.
• Although Gaelic language is not a prerequisite it is a desirable skill in support of our commitment to our Gaelic Language Plan

Before applying for this post;

• Internal applicants should read the Self Service Guide (eRDMS A3155575)
• External applicants should read the Online Job Application Guide 

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External candidates will be invited to interview if we are unable to recruit internally.

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