Junior Ecologist - Full Time – Based in Lisburn or Enniskillen
The Company & Position:
AVRIO Environmental Management (“AVRIO”) is a turnkey environmental solutions organisation providing environmental management and consulting to a range of organisations throughout Ireland and the U.K. As a result of continued business growth, the organisation is seeking Junior Ecologists to join the growing team. The positions may require travel and occasional overnight stays throughout the U.K & Ireland. This is a great opportunity to develop skills and prospects within the expanding organisation while gaining vital experience within the environmental sector. The positions will be based out of the company’s Lisburn or Enniskillen office.
The Candidate & Role:
The successful candidate would enjoy an all-important balance between practical field and desk-based working environments, whilst working on a variety of projects across a range of sectors. They would be involved in all areas of our work within the ecological division, finding ecologically smart, commercially efficient and cost-effective solutions for projects on a variety of scales.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a wide and varied workload;
- Undertaking site surveys;
- Liaising with clients to develop lasting relationships;
- Ecological Impact Assessment;
- Habitats Regulations Assessment;
- Ecological Mitigation Design and Implementation;
- Ecological Clerk of Works;
Skills/Experience Required:
- Educated to degree level in ecology or a directly related subject;
- Chartered Institute of Ecology & Environmental Management Membership, preferred but not essential;
- Protected habitat and species experience, preferred but not essential;
- Invasive species management experience, preferred but not essential;
- Good knowledge of U.K., Irish and E.U. Wildlife Legislation and best practice survey techniques;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills including report writing skills, attention to detail and ability to write concise reports;
- Technical experience producing ecological assessment and reporting in a wide range of areas, preferred but not essential;
- Ability to work independently, take the initiative, make robust, defensible decisions and work to tight deadlines to meet client needs;
- Experience in preparation and writing ecological sections of various environmental and ecological assessments ensuring that legislative guidelines are adhered to;
- Full driving license and willingness to travel and undertake fieldwork in Ireland and the U.K.
Salary & Benefits:
- Career Progression with potential to be a key leader within a growing organisation;
- We offer a competitive salary based on experience;
- 25 days annual leave, extending to 29 days annual leave after 2 years of service (plus public holidays);
- Paid sick leave;
- We understand the needs of the individual in an ever more demanding world and are committed to employee satisfaction through the implementation of flexible working schedules where deemed appropriate;
- Flexible extended leave options;
- Flexible family leave options;
- Cycle to work scheme;
- Free or subsidised travel;
- Free on-site parking;
- Use of company vehicles;
- Discounted gym membership;
- Private health insurance;
- Annual bonus scheme;
- Performance bonus;
- Company pension scheme;
- Paid professional membership fees;
- Fully paid training and development opportunities.
These are full-time positions.
Salary: £28,000.00 - £31,000.00 (depending on experience)
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday (40 hour working week)
Service Area:
- Northern Ireland & Republic of Ireland
Education:
- Bachelor's (Hons) (minimum)
Experience:
- Ecological Consultancy: 1+ years (preferred but not essential)
Work Location:
- Office based in Lisburn or Enniskillen.
Application Deadline: 30th May 2026
Please forward your CV and cover letter to [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,000.00-£31,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
