Environmental Scientist - Belfast
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Position Overview & Specifications
VANRATH are hiring an experienced Environmental Scientist for our public sector client.
The successful scientist will be carrying out ground water, marine water, leachate and landfill gas monitoring programmes at landfill sites.
Responsibilities
- Carry out interpretive analysis on scientific data, operate and maintain monitoring equipment and to make an effective contribution to the development and achievement of effective, safe and efficient operational scientific services.
- Undertake chemical or physical sample analysis of water samples obtained throughout the site and prepare and package samples for transportation for laboratory analysis.
- Undertake manual water level measurements within leachate and groundwater boreholes.
- Interpret scientific data and reports and liaise with or advise external agencies, developers, consultants, and government Departments regarding the outcome of, or improvements to environmental monitoring.
Salary
£17.53 per hour + holiday pay + pension
Requirements
- Relevant Degree in Science / Environmental Science / Chemistry / etc.
- 1 + years' work experience in environmental science / water sampling.
For further information on this vacancy, or any other Data Analyst or Scientific roles in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact_ Shannon McKinley _in the strictest confidence.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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