Senior Environmental Scientist

GreenJobs Ltd; Ireland; Remote; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to manage environmental assessments across diverse Irish projects. The successful candidate will draft EIARs, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. This role offers competitive pay, remote working options, and support for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on seniority

Remote working flexibility

Private medical cover

Employer-supported pension plan

Professional development budget

Pathway to principal roles

Annual leave and health support

Paid memberships and certifications

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of consultancy experience with EIA focus.
• Detailed understanding of Irish EIA, SEA, and planning regulations.
• Experience managing parts of large EIARs or smaller standalone assessments.

Responsibilities

• Draft and coordinate EIARs and planning submissions.
• Oversee technical studies and compliance assessments.
• Support project delivery for public and private sector clients.

Skills

EIA focus

Project delivery

Mentoring

Education

Degree in environmental science

Degree in natural sciences

Degree in geography

Job description

We are looking for aSenior Environmental Scientistto manage the delivery of EIARs and environmental assessments across a diverse range of Irish projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and coordinate EIARs and planning submissions.

• Oversee technical studies and compliance assessments.

• Support project delivery for public and private sector clients.

• Mentor junior staff and contribute to resourcing and scheduling.

• Represent the environmental discipline at internal and external meetings.

Requirements:

• 4–6 years of consultancy experience with EIA focus.

• Detailed understanding of Irish EIA, SEA, and planning regulations.

• Degree in environmental science, natural sciences, or geography.

• Experience managing parts of large EIARs or smaller standalone assessments.

• Full, clean Irish/EU driving license.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on seniority.

• Remote working flexibility.

• Private medical cover.

• Employer-supported pension plan.

• Professional development budget.

• Pathway to principal roles.

• Annual leave and health support.

• Paid memberships and certifications.

• Work on nationally significant projects.