Environmental Scientific Officer - Waste Permitting

Jdr Recruitment; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

JDR Recruitment is recruiting an Environmental Scientific Officer for a Northern Ireland Civil Service assignment with DAERA / NIEA Waste Permitting Branch in Lisburn. The role focuses on scientific assessment, data management, fieldwork and reporting to support environmental protection and waste regulation.

The position offers 37 hours per week at a pay of £17.43 per hour on a temporary contract running from 1 November 2026 to 1 December 2027, with potential for extension subject to regulatory

Qualifications

• GCSEs / GCE O Levels in separate subjects including English, Mathematics and one Science subject.
• No specific previous experience is required.
• A degree in an environmental subject would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare scientific reports, surveys and casework relating to environmental protection.
• Assess and interpret scientific information against regulatory requirements.
• Support compliance with environmental legislation and other regulatory requirements.
• Assist with fieldwork, including visits to waste-management sites.
• Manage scientific data and records across a range of IT systems.
• Support colleagues in delivering positive environmental outcomes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data management

Regulatory interpretation

Report writing

Fieldwork coordination

Education

GCSEs / GCE O Levels

Job description

Environmental Scientific Officer - Waste Permitting

Location: Lisburn
Pay: Approx. £17.43 per hour
Hours: 37 hours | Monday-Friday | Flexi
Contract: Temporary assignment - 1 November 2026 to 1 December 2027

JDR Recruitment is recruiting an Environmental Scientific Officer for a Northern Ireland Civil Service assignment with DAERA / NIEA Waste Permitting Branch.

The role will support environmental protection and waste regulation through scientific assessment, reporting, data management and fieldwork.

The Role

You will:

• Prepare scientific reports, surveys and casework relating to environmental protection.
• Assess and interpret scientific information against regulatory requirements.
• Support compliance with environmental legislation and other regulatory requirements.
• Assist with fieldwork, including visits to waste-management sites.
• Manage scientific data and records across a range of IT systems.
• Support colleagues in delivering positive environmental outcomes.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have 4 GCSE/GCE O Levels at Grades A-C in separate subjects, including:

• English
• Mathematics
• One Science subject

No specific previous experience is required.

Experience assessing scientific information, managing scientific data or preparing scientific reports would be advantageous. A degree in an environmental subject would also be desirable.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate will be required to complete the relevant pre-employment checks and obtain Basic security clearance.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.