Environmental Consultant

Access Talent Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Belfast is looking for an experienced Environmental Consultant to support environmental assessments and provide sustainability advice. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Environmental Science and 2–5 years of relevant experience, with a strong understanding of UK and Northern Ireland environmental legislation. This role involves working in a multidisciplinary team and preparing various technical reports.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in an environmental consultancy or related role.
• Strong understanding of UK and NI environmental legislation and EIA regulations.
• Professional accreditation (e.g., IEMA, CIWEM, RTPI) or working toward it is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Environmental Statements (ES).
• Conduct environmental baseline studies and site assessments.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Environmental legislation knowledge

Technical writing

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

GIS experience

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related

Tools

GIS

Job description

Contact Ciaran Hall, the consultant managing this role.

ATG are working with a forward-thinking environmental consultancy with offices across the UK and Ireland. Their Belfast team provides expert environmental services across sectors including infrastructure, energy, commercial development, and public sector projects.

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Environmental Consultant to join a growing Northern Ireland team.

Overview

The Environmental Consultant will support the delivery of high-quality environmental assessments, planning support, and sustainability advice for a variety of projects. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, engaging in both fieldwork and report preparation, and collaborating closely with senior consultants and clients.

Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Environmental Statements (ES), and related planning documentation.
• Conduct environmental baseline studies, field surveys, and site assessments.
• Prepare technical reports, screening and scoping reports, and regulatory submissions.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with relevant environmental legislation and planning policy.
• Support the coordination of specialist inputs from in-house and external consultants.
• Assist with project management tasks, including scheduling and resource planning.

Requirements

• Degree (Level 6 or above) in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Planning, or a related discipline.
• 2–5 years of experience in an environmental consultancy or related role.
• Solid understanding of UK and NI environmental legislation, planning processes, and EIA regulations.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office; experience with GIS is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site work when needed.
• Working toward or holding professional accreditation (e.g., IEMA, CIWEM, RTPI).
• Experience with Appropriate Assessment (AA), Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA), or Sustainability Appraisals.
• Knowledge of climate risk assessments or net zero planning.