Marcus Walters
Huntly
Summary
Accomplished freshwater biologist with extensive expertise in ARIS SONAR fish counting, fish telemetry, and freshwater ecology. Demonstrates strong capabilities in project management, data analysis, and report writing, complemented by a proven track record in fundraising and event management. Skilled in commercial diving, small boat operations, and electrofishing, with a solid foundation in GIS and riparian management. Adept at conducting field work and research within life sciences, leveraging Microsoft Office for effective presentations and public speaking engagements. Committed to advancing marine biology through innovative research and sustainable practices.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Associate Director
The Deveron, Bogie and Isla Rivers Charitable Trust
Huntly
2026.04
- Responsible for the day-to-day management of the Company’s operations, ensuring that business activities are carried out efficiently, projects are delivered on time and within budget, and staff are effectively managed and operating safely.
River Operations Manager
Deveron Bogie & Isla Rivers Charitable Trust
Huntly, Scotland
- Research, management and fisheries protection.
Project Manager
Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries Trust
Moray Firth, Scotland
2012.11 - 2016.09
- I was responsible for the proposal, fundraising and coordination required to launch this new project.
- I managed all aspects of the project with multiple partners to deliver conservation and education objectives. This requires the coordination of a wide range of research and restoration projects with multiple partners as well as communication and outreach with the wider public. I am also responsible for trout policy work; responding to EIAs and meetings with developers and regulators.
Project Officer, Moray Firth Sea Trout Project
Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries Trust
Moray Firth, Scotland
2008.03 - 2012.10
- Managed and led this multidisciplinary conservation project in delivering a wide range of research, management and restoration projects.
Education
MSc - Marine Resource Development and Protection
Heriot-Watt University
2005.09 - 2006.06
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Newcastle University
2000.09 - 2003.06
Skills
- ARIS SONAR Fish counting
- Fish Telemetary
- Fundraising
- Marine Biology
- GIS
- Project Management
- Research
- Life Sciences
- Freshwater Ecology
- Field Work
- Commercial Diving
- Small Boat Operations
- Electrofishing
- Coastal Management
- Microsoft Office
- Event Management
- Public Speaking
- Presentations
- Data Analysis
- Report Writing
Accomplishments
Wild Trout Hero 2014, Wild Trout Trust, Wild Trout Trust Conservation Awards 2014
McConnell Major Contribution Award, The Deveron Bogie and Isla Rivers Charitable Trust
Certification
HSE SCUBA Part IV
Introductory GIS
Outdoor First Aid
RYA Advanced Powerboat
SFCC ElectrofishingTeam Leader
SFCC Habitat Assessment
Awards
Wild Trout Hero 2014, Wild Trout Trust
McConnell Major Contribution Award, The Deveron Bogie and Isla Rivers Charitable Trust
Volunteering
- Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust Limited, Crew, 2002-01, 2006-01
- The University of Queensland, Boat operator and field observer, 2004-01, 2006-01
Courses
- SE SCUBA Part IV
- Introductory GIS
- Associated with Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries Trust
- Outdoor First Aid
- RYA Advanced Powerboat
- SFCC Electrofishing Team Leader
- SFCC Habitat Assessment
- Riverfly, Guardians of our Rivers
Publications
Inshore marine coastal zone migration patterns in Atlantic salmon post‐smolts emigrating from eight rivers in north‐east Scotland, November 2025, Journal of Fish Biology 108(2):718-733
Determinants of riverine migration success by Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) smolts from rivers across the UK and Ireland, August 2024, Journal of Fish Biology 106(5):1585-1600
A comparison of acoustic tag sizes on wild Atlantic salmon Salmo salar L. smolt migration success and behaviour, June 2024, Ecology of Freshwater Fish 33(4)
Smolting in post-sexually mature male Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar L.) parr in the wild, April 2024, Ecology of Freshwater Fish 33:e12755
Migration pathways, speed and mortality of Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) smolts in a Scottish river and the near-shore coastal marine environment, June 2018, Ecology of Freshwater Fish 27:549-558
Timeline
Associate Director
The Deveron, Bogie and Isla Rivers Charitable Trust
2026.04
Project Manager
Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries Trust
2012.11 - 2016.09
Project Officer, Moray Firth Sea Trout Project
Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries Trust
2008.03 - 2012.10
MSc - Marine Resource Development and Protection
Heriot-Watt University
2005.09 - 2006.06
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Newcastle University
2000.09 - 2003.06
River Operations Manager
Deveron Bogie & Isla Rivers Charitable Trust