Niall O'Rahelly

Niall O'Rahelly is a highly experienced professional in the aquaculture and marine biology sectors, currently serving as the Shellfish Environment Manager at the Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) since October 2023. Niall has a solid background in managing national sanitary surveys, liaising with port operations, and overseeing bacteriological sampling. Prior to this role, Niall was the Ireland Aquaculture Community Manager at HATCH, where contributions focused on advancing sustainable seafood production technologies. Niall's experience also includes serving as a Technical Manager for Global Trust Certification and a Fish Health Inspector at Cefas, managing various quality programs and inspections. Earlier career roles included hatchery technician positions and aquatic species production, supported by a Bachelor of Science in Ecology from University College Cork and additional qualifications in leadership, management, and aquaculture.