Conservation Breeding Programmes Assistant

Contract:

Part-time (20hrs hours per week)
Fixed-term 3 years, with possibility of extension subject to funding (subject to 6-month probationary period)

Are you passionate about freshwater conservation and ready to make a real impact? Join the Ballinderry Rivers Trust as a part-time Conservation Breeding Programmes Assistant and play a vital role in protecting one of the world’s most endangered species - the freshwater pearl mussel.

About the Role:

You’ll support our Conservation Breeding and Reinforcement Programme, working hands-on at our Breeding Centre in Orritor. Your work will include aquaculture husbandry for freshwater pearl mussels, white-clawed crayfish, and brown trout, as well as habitat and water quality enhancement in the Ballinderry River catchment.