Environmental & Biodiversity Lead, Renewable Energy

Nadara; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nadra in Lisbon seeks an Environmental & Biodiversity Specialist to ensure EU environmental compliance across onshore wind and solar assets, focusing on birds, bats, and protected flora and fauna. You will collaborate with HSQE, Development, and local teams, driving environmental stewardship and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include developing EMPs, coordinating monitoring programs, and managing detection systems while supporting ISO 14001 and EIA processes.

Formación

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Ecology or related field.
• 4+ years of environmental management experience in renewable energy (onshore wind and/or solar).
• Proven track record in bird and bat detection, monitoring, and mitigation.
• Experience liaising with local environmental authorities and conducting ISO 14001 audits and field inspections.
• Experience with Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).
• Fluent in English and Portuguese and/or Spanish.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure compliance with EU environmental legislation, permits, and regulatory obligations (Natura 2000, EIA, water, waste).
• Act as the point of contact with authorities for environmental aspects of sites and projects.
• Prepare and submit environmental reports and action plans with local authorities.
• Develop and monitor Environmental Management Plans (EMP) and biodiversity action plans.
• Coordinate biodiversity monitoring programs (birds, bats) and fauna studies.
• Manage fauna detection and protection systems (camera, radar, acoustic).
• Support ISO 14001 implementation and reporting.
• Conduct site inspections to identify risks and propose mitigations.
• Provide training on environmental awareness to site teams and contractors.
• Support Environmental Impact Assessments and permitting processes.
• Contribute to ESG reporting and sustainability metrics.
• Liaise with NGOs, experts, and local communities on biodiversity matters.

Conocimientos

EU regulations

Biodiversity monitoring

GIS mapping

Environmental data

ISO 14001

Stakeholder engagement

Renewable energy knowledge

Team collaboration

Educación

Environmental Engineering/Science degree

Herramientas

GIS software

Office 365 & SharePoint

Descripción del empleo

Nadra in Lisbon seeks an Environmental & Biodiversity Specialist to ensure EU environmental compliance across onshore wind and solar assets, focusing on birds, bats, and protected flora and fauna. You will collaborate with HSQE, Development, and local teams, driving environmental stewardship and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include developing EMPs, coordinating monitoring programs, and managing detection systems while supporting ISO 14001 and EIA processes.