Ecologist

RPS; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecological consultancy in Ireland is seeking Ecologists specializing in terrestrial, ornithological, or aquatic systems to join their team. The successful candidates will undertake ecological impact assessments, surveys, and liaise with various stakeholders. Applicants should have a minimum of two years' experience in environmental assessment, alongside postgraduate qualifications in relevant biological or environmental sciences. The role offers opportunities for growth, hybrid working, and involvement in innovative projects across multiple sectors.

Benefits

Work flexibility

Accredited training

Personal development plan

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in a consultancy/regulatory role in environmental assessment.
• Proven track record in Environmental Impact Assessment and Appropriate Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Support ecological impact assessments and surveys.
• Work under a lead ecologist on multidisciplinary projects.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Field survey experience

Knowledge of Irish wildlife

Familiarity with relevant legislation

GIS/mapping skills

Clean driving licence

Education

Postgraduate qualification (MSc) in biological/environmental science

Degree in Ecology

Job description

About The Team

RPS is seeking applications for the position of Ecologists (terrestrial, ornithologists and/or aquatic specialisms) to join our Ecology Team in Ireland. There are positions available at a range of experience levels in our offices in Dublin, Cork, Galway.

Overview

Our Ecology Team (one of Ireland’s leading teams in this sector) delivers high value technical advisory services in areas as diverse as EIA, AA, SEA, climate change and sustainability to clients across the transport, water, energy, natural and built environment sectors. The RPS Ecology Team has a well‑deserved reputation of successfully delivering many of Ireland’s most challenging and complex projects through early stage development and contribution to national policies as part of the SEA process.

About The Role

The role involves supporting the delivery of ecological impact assessment (EciA), ecological surveys, Environmental Impact Assessment biodiversity chapters and Appropriate Assessment (AA), nature‑based solutions and regenerative/restorative designs. You will be working under the supervision of a lead ecologist on multi‑disciplinary projects across a wide range of sectors and liaising with clients and other relevant stakeholders.

About You

Candidates will have two or more years’ experience working in a consultancy / regulatory role in the environmental assessment field. A proven track record of working on Environmental Impact Assessment and Appropriate Assessment processes is essential.

Key Skills/Attributes

• A hard working and highly motivated individual with good interpersonal skills and team approach;
• Excellent field skills and a keen interest and understanding of Irish wildlife;
• Demonstrated field survey experience in ecology e.g. habitat classification (Fossitt), badger, otter, bat, bird and invasive species surveys;
• Familiar with relevant Irish and European legislation e.g. Habitats Directive, Birds Directive, EIA Directive, and transposing Irish Regulations;
• Knowledge of Appropriate Assessment as per Article 6 of the Habitats Directive;
• Ability to record and process data efficiently and methodically;
• Experienced in using GIS/ mapping systems;
• Full clean driving licence and access to their own vehicle.

Qualifications

• A postgraduate qualification (MSc) in a relevant biological/ environmental science subject with an ecological component which includes practical experience;
• Degree in Ecology.

Why RPS for you?

You will have the opportunity to work on interesting and challenging projects, different perspectives, styles of thinking and ideas are encouraged. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You will be joining us on our diversity journey, joining a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

You will have the choice of work flexibility, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard.

We are an accredited training provider and will support your learning and development. A personal development plan and transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you will be supported as far as you want to go. This is a workplace that works for you.

A career here is far from ordinary. Here you are not a number, you are part of the solution.

RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, in January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With over 28,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.

Our projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource‑scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. You will be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.

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