Ecologist
Roughan & O’Donovan (ROD) is looking to recruit an ecologist with two to five years’ experience for a permanent role within our expanding environment and ecology team.
Job type: Permanent
Location: Sandyford, D. 18 or Santry, D. 17
Salary: Competitive
About the role
You will work in an integrated team of ecologists, environmental scientists, planners and engineers and assist in the assessment and delivery of a range of projects, including ecological management and monitoring, rail, roads, greenways, buildings and bridges.
You will get involved in the ecological and biodiversity aspects of plans and projects.
Your main focus areas will include:
undertaking field surveys
technical reporting (Ecological Impact Assessments and Appropriate Assessments)
consultation with stakeholders and prescribed bodies
overseeing the implementation of mitigation measures and ecological enhancements
About our environment and ecology team
Our team has more than 20 years’ experience in the delivery of environmental planning services to clients across Ireland and UK, including:
guiding clients through complex environmental legislation and regulation
adopting strategies to mitigate and manage planning risk
supporting the consultation and stakeholder engagement process
Current projects include:
Fáilte Ireland National Environmental Monitoring
LIFE on Machair – EU LIFE project
Barnesmore Gap Greenway
Letterkenny to Burtonport Greenway
Coillte Forest Park Masterplans
Bord na Móna Ecological Expertise Framework
About Roughan & O'Donovan
Roughan & O’Donovan is one of Ireland’s leading civil, structural and environmental engineering consultancies. Our company has grown rapidly in recent years, and we now employ over 230 people, of over 20 different nationalities, in our Dublin and UK offices. A multidisciplinary consultancy, we are committed to playing our part in creating a low-carbon future for the built environment.
When you join ROD, you will become part of a team recognised for outstanding technical skill and passion for excellence. You will have access to the exceptional training opportunities our award-winning CPD programme provides and enjoy a workplace that supports growth, flexibility and creativity.
We offer health and wellbeing packages, flexible working and life event supports, so whatever challenges life may bring, you can feel secure in the knowledge that you will be taken care of.
We are a friendly team with an active social committee. From surfing and cycling weekends to tag rugby, cycling challenges and a weekly five-a-side, you'll find lots of ways to get involved.
Essential
Degree in ecology or a related biological/environmental science subject with an ecological component (Level 8 qualification in the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent)
Two to five years’ experience in ecological/planning consultancy
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) or equivalent
Familiarity with relevant Irish and European legislation e.g. Habitats Directive, Birds Directive, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Directive, Birds and Natural Habitats Regulations
Experience in preparing Appropriate Assessment Screening Reports, Natura Impact Statements, Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) Biodiversity Chapters and Ecological Impact Assessments
Good field skills and a keen interest in and understanding of Irish wildlife
Demonstrated field survey experience in ecology e.g. habitat classification (Fossitt), badger, otter, bat, bird and invasive species surveys
Excellent report writing skills
Excellent communication and IT skills, with the ability to record data efficiently and methodically
A strong work ethic and a client-focused approach
Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
Physically fit and willing to undertake fieldwork in remote areas
Fluency/high level of proficiency in spoken and written English
Full clean driving licence
Desirable
A postgraduate qualification in a relevant ecological discipline that includes practical experience
Experience using GIS systems e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS and/or others
How to apply
Address your cover letter to Human Resources
Apply by clicking the link: https://rb.gy/k8ot9h
Roughan & O’Donovan is an equal opportunity employer.
For compliance purposes, Roughan & O'Donovan will retain, for at least one year, all records arising from the recruitment process.
Roughan & O'Donovan is not accepting unsolicited CVs from search firms. CVs submitted by search firms without a valid written search agreement, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the sole property of Roughan & O'Donovan, and no fee will be paid in the event of a candidate(s) being hired.