In this exciting role, you’ll lead on ecological monitoring across a network of upland and lowland peatland sites, supporting project partners in delivering baseline surveys, biodiversity assessments, and mapping. You’ll work with a wide range of stakeholders—from conservation staff and landowners to volunteers and local communities.

We’re looking for someone with:

Comprehensive knowledge of flora, fauna and key nature conservation issues 

Technical knowledge of peatland ecology and restoration

Strong ecological survey and monitoring skills

Experience analysing data and producing scientific reports

Confidence working in the field and building relationships with farmers and landowners

Experience in the use of GIS software to map, collect and analyse environmental data.

This post is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

Full-time, Fixed-term to 31 March 2029, unless renewed.

Based at either Ulster Wildlife Offices, 10 Heron Road, Belfast, BT3 9LE or Ulster Wildlife Office, An Creagán Centre, Barony Road, Co. Tyrone, BT79 9AB.