Aquatic Ecologist

GreenJobs Ltd; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

GreenJobs Ltd is seeking an Aquatic Ecologist to join their environmental team. The successful candidate will conduct surveys and assessments pertinent to freshwater and coastal ecosystems, providing valuable insights for aquatic projects across Ireland. With opportunities for remote work and professional development, this role promises a rewarding experience within a dedicated team focused on conservation and ecological research.

Benefits

Remote work flexibility

Private health insurance

Employer-contributed pension

CPD and aquatic survey training supported

Generous paid leave

Wellness access

Coverage for memberships and licensing costs

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in aquatic ecology consultancy.
• Field experience with electrofishing, kick sampling or similar.
• Full, clean Irish/EU driving license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct freshwater ecology surveys for fish and macroinvertebrates.
• Support assessments under the Water Framework Directive.
• Assist in licence applications for aquatic projects.

Skills

Aquatic ecosystems familiarity

Fish identification

Macroinvertebrates monitoring

Water quality analysis

Electrofishing

Kick sampling

Education

Degree in aquatic ecology, marine biology, or related discipline

Job description

Join our environmental team as anAquatic Ecologist, conducting freshwater and coastal surveys and assessments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct freshwater ecology surveys (fish, macroinvertebrates, water quality).

• Support Water Framework Directive (WFD) assessments.

• Input into aquatic sections of EIARs.

• Assist in licence applications (e.g., Section 40, IFI permits).

Requirements:

• 2–5 years of experience in aquatic ecology consultancy.

• Familiarity with Irish aquatic ecosystems and species.

• Degree in aquatic ecology, marine biology, or related discipline.

• Field experience with electrofishing, kick sampling, or similar.

• Full, clean Irish/EU driving license.

Benefits:

• Salary reflective of qualifications and experience.

• Remote work flexibility.

• Private health insurance.

• Employer-contributed pension.

• CPD and aquatic survey training supported.

• Generous paid leave and wellness access.

• Memberships and licensing costs covered.

• Work in diverse aquatic environments across Ireland.