Senior Environmental Consultant (Belfast)

RSK Ireland Ltd.; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continual Professional Development

Flexible benefits package (including 1

Hybrid work

Job summary

RSK Ireland, part of RSK Group, has a Senior Environmental Consultant opportunity in Belfast with hybrid work. The role sits in the Water and EIA team and offers exposure to renewable energy, water, soils, ecology and infrastructure projects.

You will manage projects, prepare EIA reports, coordinate sampling programs and mentor junior staff while developing technical capabilities and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Relevant environmental or earth science degree (Geoscience, Environmental Science or similar).
• Substantial environmental consultancy experience delivering Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).
• Strong understanding of European and Irish environmental legislation, planning policy and the EIA process.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Commercial awareness and ability to support business development and client relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and standard project management tools.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective project management across a wide range of projects, including client liaison, sub-contractor management, risk and commercial management, programme management and successful delivery.
• Prepare technical reports to support environmental impact assessments, licensing and compliance monitoring.
• Coordinate environmental sampling and monitoring programmes.
• Field-based work including trial pitting, drilling, geophysical surveys, peat probing and gouge coring surveys, surface water and groundwater monitoring.
• Mentor junior staff and support CPD to develop technical capability.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Project management

Driving licence UK

Education

Environmental/Earth science degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

RSK Ireland, part of RSK Group has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Environmental Consultant to join the team in Belfast on a hybrid basis. This is a full‑time role (40 hours per week) and sits within the Water and EIA team.

RSK Ireland offers a wide range of environmental consultancy services, including renewable energy, water, soils, geology, ecology and biodiversity. Working alongside an experienced team, you will get involved with a vast array of projects predominantly within renewable energy and infrastructure, water and housing sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing effective project management across a wide range of projects including client liaison, sub‑contractor management, risk and commercial management, programme management and successful project delivery.
• Preparing technical reports to support environmental impact assessments, environmental licensing and compliance monitoring.
• Coordinating environmental sampling & monitoring programmes.
• Field‑based work associated with projects may include arranging and supervising trial pitting, drilling and geophysical surveys, peat probing and gouge coring surveys, surface water and groundwater monitoring.
• Mentoring junior staff members to assist in their development.
• Maintaining and developing technical capability through Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Administrative duties including recording of time, invoicing, health and safety and developing and updating templates.
• Managing responses to requests for tenders and developing proposals.

Person Specification

• Qualified with a relevant environmental or earth science degree (Geoscience, Environmental Science or similar).
• Relevant professional experience within environmental consultancy, with substantial experience delivering Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).
• Strong understanding of European and Irish environmental legislation, planning policy and the EIA process.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to support business development activities and client relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and standard project management tools.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

Salary and Benefits

• £ commensurate with experience
• Continual Professional Development
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays

The Company

RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognize that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office‑based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people‑first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?