Ecologist

Randstad Cpe London; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Ecologist in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The role involves leading ecological surveys for highways and rail projects, ensuring compliance with wildlife legislation, and producing reports. Candidates should have relevant ecological experience, knowledge of UK wildlife laws, and the ability to work independently. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years relevant ecological experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK and NI wildlife legislation.
• Proven ability to lead surveys and produce technical reports.
• PTS certification is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving license (vehicle provided).
• Able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct ecological surveys across highways and rail schemes.
• Ensure compliance with UK and NI wildlife legislation.
• Produce and review ecological reports.
• Collaborate effectively with project teams.
• Make independent decisions on site and in the office.

Skills

Ecological surveys

Knowledge of wildlife legislation

Technical report writing

Independent decision-making

Education

HNC or equivalent

Job description

Ecologist - Highways & Rail
Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Contract: 3-month initial (potential extension)
Rate: Up to £45/hr
Hours: 40 hours/week (flexible working considered)

We are recruiting an experienced Ecologist to support the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) in Northern Ireland with ecological surveys for highways and rail projects. This role involves both field surveys and report preparation, working closely with multi-disciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and conduct ecological surveys across highways and rail schemes.
• Ensure compliance with UK and NI wildlife legislation.
• Produce and review ecological reports.
• Collaborate effectively with project teams.
• Make independent decisions on site and in the office.

Requirements:

• 3-4 years relevant ecological experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK and NI wildlife legislation.
• Proven ability to lead surveys and produce technical reports.
• PTS certification is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence (vehicle provided).
• Able to work independently.

Additional Info:

• Belfast-based, with 1 day/week in the office plus site visits as required.
• Travel across Northern Ireland expected.
• Flexible working arrangements available.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ('ARM'). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Required Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent