Ecologist vacancies (FT and PT)
BW Consultant Engineer Ltd. - Environmental and Ecological Consultants. Location: Derry City, Northern Ireland and Donegal ROI. Closing date: 30thApril 2021 Our company A rare opportunity has arisen for a motivated Ecologist to join BW Consultant Engineer Ltd., one of Ireland’s leading Environmental and Ecological Consultants. Our company has a reputation for excellence and high-quality professional standards, that ensures the sustainable advance of infrastructure projects across Ireland and the UK. We provide the public and private sectors with efficient, well-targeted, and technically competent services that benefit sustainable development projects and the conservation management of natural habitats, protected species and the wider ecosystem. We work throughout Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and the UK, offering a wide range of services with strengths across terrestrial, aquatic and marine ecology. Specific duties to include
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Starting Salary range: Highly competitive. Salary commensurate with competence, experience and qualifications. How to Apply Please send your CV, together with covering letter (max. 2 side A4) explaining why you are right for this opportunity, what you can add to our company and when you will be available to start to: [email protected]. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial interview by video call (Zoom or Teams).
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University of Oxford - Department of Zoology Location:Oxford Salary:£29,176 to £34,804 Grade 6 Hours:Full Time Contract Type:Fixed-Term/Contract Placed On:12th February 2021 Closes:5th March 2021 Job Ref:149145 Department of Zoology, Mansfield Road, Oxford We are looking to appoint a research assistant to work on the Seychelles Seagrass and Carbon Mapping Project within the Department of Zoology. The project will deliver the scientific baseline necessary to support the inclusion of seagrass protections into Seychelles’ Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to the Paris Agreement, to bolster global efforts to lessen the impacts of climate change. The Research Assistant will support an international team of researchers on this project to fill key data gaps regarding seagrass distribution, extent, and soil carbon stock by drawing on advances in satellite remote sensing and field data collection. The Research Assistant will assist with literature and data synthesis, technical writing, organizing collaborative meetings, field planning and logistics, and foundational geospatial and remote sensing work. The post will provide excellent experience of interdisciplinary ocean science, working at the interface of marine research, conservation and policy. You will have a degree (2:1 or above) in marine biology or a relevant discipline with demonstrable writing and literature review skills and deep interest or existing skill sets related to marine geospatial science, remote sensing and coral reef ecosystem studies. Experience in related marine field or lab work is also highly desirable. The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. Please apply for this vacancy online; you will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement, which explains how you meet the selection criteria for the post. Graduate Environmental Consultant
Belfast / Salary depending on experience An excellent opportunity arisen for a suitably experienced, qualified and capable individual to join the Environmental Consultancy team, based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Employed on a full-time basis the postholder will be required to undertake any or all required tasks to facilitate planning, procurement, supervision, and data collection in relation to the project management of environmental insurance claims. The role will be home based, with regular attendance to the Belfast office and other sites as required, with close supervision / mentoring by a Senior / Principal Consultant and / or the Regional Manager. Key tasks and accountabilities associated with the role are as follows:
Applicants must hold a degree in a geo-environmental related discipline. Experience of environmental assessment or monitoring and in the collection of field data would be an advantage, but is not essential as all training will be provided. The post holder will be computer literate with working knowledge of all Microsoft applications. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with colleagues, workforce and clients at all levels are essential, as are excellent organisational and time-management skills. As travel to any location within the Company’s operational footprint may be required, a full, clean UK driving licence is needed. Proof of the right to work in the UK will be required, and the postholder will be required to undertake a DBS check to satisfy client requirements. If you feel you have the skills, personality and experience for this role, please forward your curriculum vitae and a covering letter to: Gareth Bowden, Regional Manager: [email protected] Please note you must also inform your Line Manager that you have expressed an interest in this vacancy. Do you know someone who may be suitable for this role? If so, you should encourage them to apply, referencing you in their application and you may be in receipt of a referral fee! Closing date: 18th February 2021 Lauren Hyatt Regional HR Advisor T01992 657400 M 07342 066 207 How you can help solve the climate and environmental crisis as a Marine Geoscientist? Youth webinar.8/2/2021 Marine Studies Group Youth Webinar:
How you can help solve the climate and environmental crisis as a Marine Geoscientist Do you want to use some of the most advanced technology in the world to explore the world at the bottom of the oceans? Understanding this little-known part of our planet is critical for determining how Earth formed, and how it lives and breathes. Marine Geoscience involves the study of and exploration of the rocks and sediments at the bottom of the ocean. The field of Marine Geoscience draws a wide range of people with backgrounds ranging from Physics, Chemistry to Earth Sciences, Geography, and Biology. By combining an understanding of seabed processes with today’s cutting-edge technology, Marine Geoscientists work at the leading edge of research, in resource management, carbon capture and storage, the study of past climate, and marine infrastructure. Their work is absolutely critical to the understanding and mitigation of future climate change to ensure a safe environment for your generation. Think you want to get involved? Join this webinar to learn about career opportunities in this exciting and rapidly evolving field and find out how you can contribute to the sustainable future of our planet as a Marine Geoscientist. Date 24th February Time 5pm – 6pm Registration (Free!) forms.gle/Dsz4CDFzQeTYP7uR7 Location Simultaneous Zoom & YouTube Live Stream broadcast Visit the BSRG at www.bsrg.org.uk Date Posted: 8th February 2021 Closing Date: 22nd February, 2021 at 12:00 noon ORNI_GIS Technician_Information APPLY NOW! The Opportunity Due to an increasing demand for our services, we are looking for a driven and enthusiastic team player to assist our dynamic team leading the strategic direction of outdoor recreation development across Northern Ireland. The GIS Technician will assist the ORNI Team by being directly responsible for managing and maintaining Outdoor Recreation NI’s in-house GIS system and providing day-to-day GIS and mapping support for a wide range of outdoor recreation projects. A passion for the outdoors will help, but first and foremost we need you to have excellent GIS skills to add value to our team and deliver a first-rate service to our external stakeholders and clients. Who We Are Outdoor Recreation Northern Ireland is a vibrant not-for-profit organisation with the vision to ‘Create a happier, healthier society where enjoyment and appreciation of the outdoors improves wellbeing.’ We deliver projects for a wide range of partners and clients, including Sport NI, Northern Ireland Environment Agency, Tourism NI, local councils, environmental non-government organisations e.g. National Trust, private estates and community groups the length and breadth of Northern Ireland and increasingly the Republic of Ireland. In addition, ORNI provides secretariat services to the Visitor Safety Group and Outdoor Recreation Network, both United Kingdom and Ireland wide networks which champion good practice and knowledge sharing in our industry. We pride ourselves in keeping abreast of international best practice to provide innovative, visitor focused and high-quality solutions for our partners and clients. Our key areas of activity include:
What will you help us do?Based in Belfast (albeit currently working remotely due to COVID-19) you will join an ever-expanding team to work on a wide range of outdoor recreation projects across the whole of Ireland. As a GIS Technician, you will bring a commitment to helping more people enjoy the outdoors responsibly by assisting the team through preparing GIS outputs to inform and present:
A brief snapshot of our recent projects includes:
Who we’re looking for? We’re looking for a GIS Technician who reflects the ambition, drive and dedication to producing a first-rate service for our clients. Competitive candidates will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience: Education and Experience:
What we offer The utilization and integration of GIS within our operations is continually increasing therefore there is significant potential for the role to grow alongside this. If you can demonstrate the ability to learn, adapt and deliver then we will be keen to encourage and facilitate progression within the organisation. We offer the opportunity to work 37 hours a week in a small, flexible and dynamic organisation on a permanent contract (subject to a 6-month probation period). Your starting salary will be £19,945 (under review), this is the start point of a pay scale bracket of £19,945 – £21,587. In addition, we will give you a contribution towards a NILGOSC pension – currently 21.6% of pensionable salary. Your contribution will be 5.8% of pensionable salary You will initially get 22 days annual leave plus public holidays, your annual leave increasing with years’ service. You will also be able to work “flexi” as set out in the Company’s flexible working hours policy. Applying for the postAll applications must be completed on the official application form provided and be uploaded via NI.Jobs.com. Applications will not be accepted by any other method. The NIJobs website has a compulsory requirement to provide a CV. For the avoidance of doubt, whilst a document must be uploaded into this section it will not be shared with Outdoor Recreation Northern Ireland. Anything other than the application form submitted will not be considered. Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 22nd February 2021. Applications received after this time and date will not be accepted. If shortlisted for interview this will take place via video call (Microsoft Teams) on Monday 1st March 2021. The initial interview will be a short interview after which the number of applicants will be significantly reduced. Those successful at initial interview will be invited to attend a GIS practical test on Monday 8th March 2021 at Outdoor Recreation NI headquarters (this will be conducted in line with Government Guidance relating to social distancing): The Stableyard, Barnett Demesne, Malone Rd, Belfast BT9 5PB If you have any questions regarding this opportunity please contact Philip Weston Phone 02890 303 930 Email [email protected] [1] ORNI’s new Strategy for 2020-2025 is in the final stages of development. APPLY NOW! |
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