Remote Sensing Specialist
Regional National Team: Evidence
Starting salary £23,300
Location: Leeds or Peterborough
Ref: IRC42998
Natural England works for people, places and nature, to enhance biodiversity, landscapes and wildlife in rural, urban, coastal and marine areas; promoting access, recreation and public well-being and contributing to the way natural resources are managed so that they can be enjoyed now and in the future.
As an experienced remote sensing specialist your expertise will play a key role in helping to protect England's natural environment. Staying one step ahead of the latest technology, you'll provide essential analytical support to our regional and area teams. With extensive working knowledge of a range of remotely sensed data sources, and in the assessment and monitoring of UK environmental factors, you'll ensure our teams have the technical support they need to solve the most difficult casework issues.
Innovative in your approach, you'll inspire and engage partners and stakeholders to develop leading remote sensing initiatives. Naturally, you'll have superb IT skills and an in-depth working knowledge of softwares, including: ERDAS Imagine, ESRI GI Toolsets, ERmapper, Definiens Professional and FME.
Develop and enhance our Evidence department, and in return we'll provide you with all the support and training you need to develop. If you're passionate about the environment and keen to progress in a positive, rewarding organisation, this is a superb opportunity.
To receive an application pack, please email: ssd.nerecruitment@defra.gsi.gov.uk Email correspondence is preferred. Please quote the appropriate reference. Alternatively, contact Natural England Recruitment, Shared Services Directorate, Room 212, 2nd Floor, Foss House, Kings Pool, 1-2 Peasholme Green, York YO1 7PX. Tel: 0845 603 7262.
Closing date: Friday 18th December 2009.
Natural England is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of gender, race, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation.
