Are you a Senior Ecologist with 10+ years experience in ecological/planning consultancy?

This is a permanent role based in Dublin with the option of hybrid working

If interested, forward your CV to andrew@jobcontax.com or call Andrew on 01-531-0097 for a confidential chat.

Senior Ecologist - Dublin 

Job Description

Our client is an award-winning international engineering consultancy, currently undergoing rapid growth.

You will work in an integrated team of ecologists, environmental scientists, planners and engineers 

leading our ecology team alongside another senior ecologist

working on the ecological and biodiversity aspects of plans and projects

assisting in the assessment and delivery of a range of projects, including rail schemes, roads, greenways, buildings and bridges

working in an integrated team of ecologists, environmental scientists, hydrologists, hydrogeologists, planners and engineers

Your areas of focus will include:

undertaking field surveys

technical reporting (Ecological Impact Assessments and Appropriate Assessment)

research projects

tendering

consulting with stakeholders and prescribed bodies

overseeing the implementation of mitigation measures and ecological enhancements

mentoring junior staff

Requirements

Degree in ecology or a related biological/environmental science subject with an ecological component (Level 8 qualification in the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent)

Five to ten years’ experience in ecological/planning consultancy

Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) or equivalent

Chartered environmentalist or ecologist or working towards chartership

Familiarity with relevant Irish and European legislation e.g. Habitats Directive, Birds Directive, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Directive, Birds and Natural Habitats Regulations

Experience in preparing Appropriate Assessment Screening Reports, Natura Impact Statements, Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) Biodiversity Chapters and Ecological Impact Assessments

Field survey experience in ecology e.g. habitat classification (Fossitt), badger, otter, bat, bird and invasive species surveys

Experience of leading and mentoring junior staff

Excellent report writing skills

Experience of reviewing project deliverables

Working knowledge of GIS

Client focused, with good interpersonal skills and a team approach

Excellent communication and IT skills, with the ability to record data efficiently and methodically

Full clean driving licence

Fluency/high level of proficiency in spoken and written English

Desirable

Expert witness experience

Experience in preparation of fee proposals and tenders

Package

Salary €55k - €75k based experience, negotiable for the right candidates.

Hybrid Option - after probation period

Well-Being Programmes

21 Days AL

3% PRSA Employer Contribution

Bike to Work Scheme

Leap Card Saver Scheme

Meditation Sessions

Employee Assistance Programme

Company payment for Chartership

Monthly Lunch and Learning Sessions

Further Education Assistance Policy

Contact:

Andrew Taylor is the consultant managing this position.

If you are an Ecologist interested in roles based in Ireland, you can contact Andrew by e-mail andrew@jobcontax.com or phone 01-531-0097 for a confidential chat.

JobContax do not send CVs to clients without candidate permission.

With over 50 years of technical recruitment experience, JobContax is the leading recruiter of Ecologists in Ireland.

Due to the large volume of applications, JobContax may not be able to respond to every individual.

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