Senior Ecologist

MWP; Tralee; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy in ecology is seeking a Senior Ecologist experienced in environmental and engineering teamwork. This role involves planning ecological surveys, preparing impact assessments, and managing junior staff in a diverse and flexible working environment. The ideal candidate has 6 to 10+ years of experience and a degree in Ecology or equivalent. Competitive salary and benefits including a pension scheme and CPD support are offered.

Benefits

Friendly working environment

Competitive salary

Company Pension Scheme

Active Sports and Social Club

Paid professional membership fees

Mentorship Programme

Wellness Programme

Qualifications

• 6 to 10+ years of experience, preferably in Environmental Consultancy.
• Membership of a professional body working towards Chartership.
• Full driver's license and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Planning and undertaking ecological surveys.
• Preparing survey reports and impact assessments.
• Client management and business development.

Skills

Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA)

Technical report-writing

Fieldwork skills

Client management

Experience in environmental consultancy

Education

Degree in Ecology or Science

MSc in relevant field

Job description

Senior Ecologist

Location: Flexible

Experience: 6 -10+

MWP requires a Senior Ecologist, experienced in working with Environmental and Engineering teams, preferably in the consultancy sector. The position would suit a motivated, practical, and adaptable individual who has the ambition to work within a progressive and innovative team, providing advice and solutions to clients, in conjunction with the wider MWP team.

You’ll be joining a 12-person team with a mix of backgrounds and skills. We primarily work in the areas of renewable energy, large infrastructure and structural projects and/or coastal and marine development.

Overview of Main Responsibilities:

• Planning and undertaking both multidisciplinary ecological walkover surveys and targeted ecological surveys.
• Preparing survey reports and/or impact assessments for planning and/or post-planning stage development.
• Preparation of Biodiversity chapters for EIARs.
• Formulation of AA Screening reports and Natura Impact Statements.
• Preparation of EcIA reports.
• Ecology Project Management in a varied range of sectors.
• Tender Submissions.
• Client management and business development.
• Management and mentoring of junior team members.
• Consultation with regulators and legislative bodies.
• Stakeholder engagement and management

Skills/Requirements:

• Degree in Ecology or Science equivalent.
• MSc preferable.
• Experience, 6 to 10+ year, preferably in Environmental Consultancy.
• Membership of a professional body, working towards Chartership.
• Strong technical report-writing, impact assessment and report review skills.
• Experience of Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA), writing Biodiversity chapters for EIARs, and Appropriate Assessment (Stage 1 and 2).
• Robust fieldwork skills and ability to coordinate and manage field survey work. The ideal candidate will have at least one area of specialism, such as aquatics (marine/freshwater), bats, mammals, habitats/flora, birds etc.
• Ability to manage ecology projects from initiation through to completion and liaise with clients and relevant stakeholders.
• Experience in design of mitigation strategies for development projects.
• Firm knowledge of ecological survey and impact assessment guidelines in Ireland (and UK where relevant) and Irish and European guidance and legislation relevant to planning and development.
• Willingness to support/mentor junior staff.
• Full driver’s license and access to own vehicle
• Willingness to work flexible hours for fieldwork purposes when required, i.e. travel within Ireland and overnight stays.

Benefits:

• Friendly, flexible working environment.
• Competitive salary aligned with experience.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Active Sports and Social Club.
• Protection of life and long-term illness cover.
• 22 days annual leave.
• CPD support.
• Opportunity to work within a large, experienced multi-disciplinary team (ecology/environmental/engineering/planning).
• Diversity of ecological project work across the country.
• Paid professional membership fees.
• Paid Maternity Leave.
• Mentorship Programme.
• Wellness Programme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.