Flexsource NI are currently recruiting for Scientific Officer on a temporary full-time basis covering the Belfast area, paying £20.02 per hour.

REQUIREMENTS:

· A third level qualification in a science related subject such as Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Science or Chemical Engineering
· At least one years experience in a similar position which includes; environmental water sampling and landfill gas management.
· A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for official business

With a full job description available upon request, you will:
· Carry out environmental monitoring programmes, surveys and investigations
· Undertake chemical or physical sample analysis of water samples, prepare and package samples for transport
· Undertake manual water level measurements within leachate and groundwater boreholes
· Download, analyse and interpret monitoring data from automatic water level dataloggers
· Monitor and adjust landfill gas extraction plant and balance gas extraction wells to ensure safe and efficient operation
· Download, analyse and interpret monitoring data from automatic water level dataloggers
· Prepare comprehensive, scientific based reports and consultation briefs as required and be able to supervise the work of contractors and consultants
· Carry out calibration, maintenance and repair of environmental monitoring equipment and data loggers as required