Peatlands Conservation Ranger

GreenJobs Ltd; Northern Ireland; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization specializing in environmental conservation is seeking a Peatlands Conservation Ranger to work on the PEAT+ project. The role requires significant experience in project coordination, a relevant degree, and proficiency in GIS software. This position offers a hybrid working model and competitive salary ranging from £28,598 to £30,024 gross annually. Suitable candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

Contributory pension with 5% employer contribution

Qualifications

• Experience of working with contractors and key stakeholders.
• Experience working as part of a dedicated project team.

Responsibilities

• Work with contractors, landowners and farmers.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders in conservation projects.

Skills

Field survey techniques using GIS software

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office including Excel

Education

Level 6 (Degree) in an environmental related subject

Job description

Peatlands Conservation Ranger

Job Summary The Peatland Conservation Ranger should be educated to Level 6 (Degree) in an environmental related subject and have experience of working with contractors, landowners, farmers/graziers and other key stakeholders.

You will

• have experience of working as part of a dedicated project team.
• have with good all-round communication and organisational skills.
• knowledge of field survey techniques using GIS software; be competent in Microsoft Office including excel.

Salary

NJC Pts 12-15; £28,598-£30,024 gross per annum.

Contributory pension with employers pension contribution 5% per annum.

Appointment

Appointment will be made at the first point of the scale.

Hours

Full-time hours – 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday; Will require some weekend and evening work.

Location

Based at Mourne Heritage Trust (MHT) offices, 19 Causeway Road, Newcastle with hot desk access at other locations, and hybrid working by agreement. Occasional travel throughout the UK and Ireland will be required.

Contract

Fixed Term Contract to 31st March 2029, unless SEUPB extension is approved or continued funding becomes available.

This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period.

Secondment can be considered.

The PEAT+ project is led by Ulster Wildlife and is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

For more information or to request an application pack, please email [e-mail].