Field Ornithologist

MKO; Ennis Municipal District; Sur place; EUR 36 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Company vehicle

Professional development

Résumé du poste

MKO is Ireland's leading planning and environmental consultancy with a dedicated ornithology team. The Field Ornithologist role focuses on conducting surveys for wind, solar, transport, and development projects across Ireland, with Midlands-based work and travel as needed.

You will collect, analyse and interpret bird data to inform design and impact assessments, working alongside experienced professionals and gaining hands-on field experience in diverse habitats and species.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Strong interest in Irish bird ecology with good species knowledge.
• Willingness to travel and undertake dawn/dusk surveys.
• Full driver's license essential.

Responsabilités

• Undertake ornithological surveys across habitats.
• Collect and analyze data to inform project design and impact assessments.
• Support wind, solar, transport, residential and flood relief projects.
• Work with senior ornithologists and specialists to develop field methods.

Connaissances

Bird identification

Independent fieldwork

Communication skills

IT and data handling

Formation

Ecology/Zoology/Environmental Science degree

Outils

GIS software

Description du poste

MKO is Ireland's largest Planning and Environmental consultancy. Our team of 200+ experienced professionals work across the planning, environmental, ecology and related fields. We deliver challenging and complex projects for our clients and have an unrivalled track record of success. We add real value to our client's projects through our multi-disciplinary expertise and a broad range of nationwide experience. Our success and growth rests entirely on the knowledge, skills, ambition and integrity of our people, and we value these qualities most highly. We are forward-thinking and work with a can-do attitude, which nurtures people, ideas and opportunities to help maximise potential. Through our work, we aim to leave a legacy we can all be proud of.

Location: Open to applicants nationwide (Ireland) | Survey work primarily in the Midlands

Field Ornithologist at MKO

As a Field Ornithologist at MKO, you'll join the largest full-time professional Ornithology team on the island of Ireland, working on a diverse range of projects, including wind and solar energy developments, transport infrastructure, residential developments and flood relief schemes. You'll undertake ornithological surveys across a variety of habitats, collecting and analysing data to inform project design, identify environmental constraints and support impact assessments. Working alongside experienced ornithologists and other environmental specialists, you'll have the opportunity to develop your field survey and technical skills while encountering some of Ireland's rarest bird species, including hen harrier, merlin and white-tailed eagle. Our Ornithology team operates through regional survey teams, with surveyors generally assigned to projects within their region. For this role, the majority of survey work will be based in the Midlands. Occasional travel further afield and overnight stays may be required depending on project needs.

What you'll bring to MKO

• A relevant qualification in Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• A strong interest in Irish bird ecology, with good knowledge of bird species and strong bird identification skills.
• An interest in developing a career in ornithological consultancy and working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A love of the outdoors, with the ability to undertake independent fieldwork in remote locations and across varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Flexibility to undertake surveys during periods of peak bird activity, including dawn and dusk surveys.
• Ability to travel to survey locations across the Midlands, with occasional travel further afield and overnight stays as required.
• A flexible, collaborative approach to work, with good communication and organisational skills.
• Good IT, GIS and report writing skills, with experience managing digital datasets, would be an advantage.
• A commitment to our core values of Quality, Flexibility, Teamwork, Confidence and Integrity.
• A full driver's licence is essential.

What we offer

You'll join an established Ornithology team with extensive knowledge of Irish bird ecology and experience in ornithological consultancy, providing opportunities to develop your technical expertise and progress your career.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a designated company vehicle for survey work.

At MKO, we place a strong emphasis on professional development, with ongoing opportunities to learn, develop your skills and gain experience across a diverse range of projects.

Equality and inclusion

We actively embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental elements of our workplace culture. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, recognising that a diverse team fosters innovation, creativity, and a more dynamic work environment. We promote a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths.

Please note that a field identification test may form part of the interview process.