Job Description

Closing date: Friday 9 January 2026
Salary: National Living Wage 12.71 per hour (from 01 April 2026)
Contract type: Fixed term / Working hours: Full time
Location:
Belfast based, Belfast
Funded by the DAERA, NIEA and Shared Island Initiative Peatlands Challenge Fund
Are you passionate about nature and eager to turn that passion into a career? Join Ulster Wildlife as a Peatland Restoration Trainee and play a hands-on role in protecting and restoring Northern Ireland's valuable landscapes.

Contact details

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recruit@ulsterwildlife.org



Job reference: PRT 26/01
This 52-week paid traineeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in peatland restoration while learning from Ulster Wildlife staff and specialist partners across Northern Ireland.



As a Peatland Restoration Trainee, you'll:


Support and learn from Ulster Wildlife staff in delivering peatland restoration projects Collect and assess environmental data, including peat condition, vegetation and water table monitoring Take part in practical restoration works and habitat management Complete your own independent peatland project Work with volunteers, communities and partner organisations within the Peatlands Collaborative Network Help communicate the importance of peatlands for biodiversity, climate change mitigation and wellbeing Monitor native wildlife such as the marsh fritillary butterfly

We're looking for someone who:


Has a genuine passion for conserving nature and peatlands Is keen to pursue a career in the nature conservation Is enthusiastic, curious and eager to learn Can communicate effectively with a wide range of people Enjoys practical, outdoor work in all seasons and terrains Can work both independently and as part of a team

Essential requirements include:

Basic literacy, numeracy and IT skills (Microsoft Office) A full driving licence and access to a vehicle Flexibility to attend training, events and placements (including some evenings and weekends) * Commitment to the full 52-week traineeship