Scotland’s Loch Ness has been home to mystery and speculation for nearly a century. The legendary Loch Ness Monster, affectionately dubbed Nessie, has fueled countless theories, grainy photos, and late-night debates. Now, someone’s actually getting paid to hunt it.
The Loch Ness Centre is hiring a full-time skipper to lead its Deepscan Cruise, guiding tourists across the infamous waters while using sonar to search for the elusive beast. It’s not just a gimmick—this is a real job, and it comes with a solid paycheck. The successful candidate will make £180 per day, translating to a respectable £46,898 per year.
Think you’ve got what it takes? You’ll need more than just a passion for myths and monsters. The role demands serious boating experience, a strong grasp of maritime operations, and the ability to handle unpredictable conditions on the loch. This isn’t a lazy sightseeing gig—it’s a hands-on role that requires skill, adaptability, and a good dose of storytelling charm.
Speaking of charm, entertaining guests is a big part of the job. As skipper, you’ll be responsible for sharing the history of Loch Ness, recounting famous monster sightings, and keeping the legend alive. It’s part tour guide, part adventurer, and part researcher—all rolled into one.
The position runs from March 31 to November 2, with 30 to 40 hours available per week. That means it’s not just a summer job—you’ll be out there in all kinds of weather, navigating one of Scotland’s most famous bodies of water. If the idea of scanning the depths for an ancient creature while steering a boat sounds like your kind of work, this might just be the most unique job on the market.
One question remains: Will the lucky hire finally crack the mystery of Nessie? Only time will tell.
Five Fast Facts
- Loch Ness holds more freshwater than all the lakes in England and Wales combined.
- The Deepscan vessel is named after Operation Deepscan, a massive 1987 sonar sweep of Loch Ness.
- The first recorded sighting of the Loch Ness Monster dates back to 565 AD.
- Loch Ness is so deep that it could submerge the entire Statue of Liberty.
- One of the most famous Nessie photos, the “Surgeon’s Photograph,” was revealed to be a hoax in 1994.
