Town Planner – Renewable Energy & Infrastructure

Jennings O'Donovan & Partners; Sligo; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Jennings O’Donovan & Partners in Ireland is seeking an experienced Town Planner to join our Planning Team. You will contribute to a diverse range of projects across Renewable Energy, Environmental, Residential, Commercial, Water, and Recreational developments for public and private sector clients.

This role offers a clear career path, professional development, and the opportunity to grow within a supportive consultancy that values proactive planning and collaborative problem solving.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' post-graduate planning experience.
• Degree accredited by the Irish Planning Institute (IPI) and/or Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
• Strong knowledge of Irish and/or UK planning systems and environmental legislation.
• Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and planning software.
• Experience with GIS software is desirable.
• Full, clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, desktop studies, site visits, and prepare planning reports and applications.
• Provide expert input to EIARs and planning appeals.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of Irish and/or UK planning systems, EIA legislation, and policy guidance.
• Manage planning risk through solution-oriented advice.
• Represent the company at client meetings, public consultations, and engagements with planning authorities and statutory bodies.
• Prepare, review, and validate planning applications, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Liaise with An Bord Pleanála and participate in pre-application consultations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists to develop sustainable and practical solutions.
• Contribute to tender submissions and business development activities.
• Stay up to date with legislative changes, industry best practices, and technological advancements.
• Maintain a current CPD plan.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

IPI/RTPI accredited degree

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Planning software

Job description

Jennings O’Donovan & Partners in Ireland is seeking an experienced Town Planner to join our Planning Team. You will contribute to a diverse range of projects across Renewable Energy, Environmental, Residential, Commercial, Water, and Recreational developments for public and private sector clients.

This role offers a clear career path, professional development, and the opportunity to grow within a supportive consultancy that values proactive planning and collaborative problem solving.