Lead Ecologist & Team Leader

Origin Environmental; Ballymena; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid professional memberships

25 days holiday

Job summary

Origin Environmental is searching for a Principal Ecologist/Team Leader in Ballymena, Northern Ireland. This role involves leading ecological surveys, managing report production, and liaising with clients to contribute to sustainable land use.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Ecology and have significant experience in ecological legislation and report writing. The position offers a supportive package, including hybrid working, extensive training opportunities, and a focus on inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Experience leading ecology for planning applications across various sectors.
• CIEEM accreditation is preferred.
• Willingness to travel across Northern Ireland and ROI.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological surveys including habitat and species surveys.
• Produce comprehensive ecological reports and management plans.
• Manage survey delivery across projects and liaise with clients.

Skills

Ecological legislation knowledge

Report writing skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Ecological surveys

Education

Degree in Ecology

Job description

Origin Environmental is searching for a Principal Ecologist/Team Leader in Ballymena, Northern Ireland. This role involves leading ecological surveys, managing report production, and liaising with clients to contribute to sustainable land use.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Ecology and have significant experience in ecological legislation and report writing. The position offers a supportive package, including hybrid working, extensive training opportunities, and a focus on inclusivity.