Environmental Planner

Fingleton White provide multidiscipline engineering services for the energy industry.
We provide a full range of design, construction and commissioning services and are active across many sectors including Renewables, Gas Networks, Water, Energy & Utilities, and Asset Management.
The company is responsible for planning and development of some of the most significant projects in the energy sector in Ireland.
We have 7 offices across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and England with over 200 staff.

Who We Are…. We have a proven track record of delivering lasting solutions which we design based on a first principles approach.
Our priority is to get the engineering fundamentals right.
Fingleton White is a company that has been built on sustainability.
Our very first project was a hydroelectric power station.
Over our 40-year history, we have developed our own projects which have delivered CO emissions savings of well over 2 million tonnes.
We are focussed on reducing our carbon footprint and having a positive impact on our environment and communities through our biodiversity initiatives, our energy efficiency programmes and implementing sustainable development targets.

Achieving zero carbon will require a diverse range of solutions and approaches.
Our clients require individualised pathways to ensure they can achieve CO reductions in a cost-effective manner that reflects their specific business needs and goals.
Fingleton White is a key solution provider in this complex journey.
We are delivering renewables projects, carbon reduction projects, energy efficiency upgrades and improvements for our clients.
We understand that natural gas, biomethane and hydrogen all have a key role in transitioning to low carbon and achieving zero carbon.
Greening of gas networks will be fundamental for supporting intermittent renewable energy sources.
Our Gas Networks design team are delivering projects in areas such as Biogas from Anaerobic Digestion, Carbon Capture, Hydrogen and Biomethane for grid injection and transport.
Expertise in these areas will be key for the future as they provide unique and complex challenges that requires highly technical and specialised engineering solutions.
Our people are our only asset and are our USP.
Our people are key to everything we do.
Business and client requirements are constantly changing, it is essential that we provide the tools to allow our team to develop their skills and expertise to match these demands.
We encourage all employees to develop and progress within the organisation .
Our Development and Progression Framework details how people can develop within their roles and progress their career within the organisation.
Fingleton White is an Engineers Ireland's CPD Accredited Employer and we have systems in place to provide employees with targeted training and experience relevant to their grade.
While chartership is a requirement for senior engineering roles, we also support professional development for all staff, regardless of discipline.
We will provide you with the training, project exposure, responsibility, and real-world experience you need to thrive in your role and maximise your potential.
PositionThe Role…. Planner – REF: 2515
The Planner will work with Fingleton White's with project delivery teams across all areas of our business.
Some of the responsibilities for the role are as follows:
Co-ordination with project teams to determine legislative requirements for new projects such as requirements for Planning, Fire Safety Certificate, Disability Access Certificate, consents, BCAR etc.Environmental screening and co-ordination of further inputs such as engineers reports and 3 party assessments.Stakeholder ManagementObtaining consentsPlanning process including pre-planning, application, response to RFIs and addressing any objections or appeals.Management of FW processes, templates, and training within the area of legislative complianceThe successful applicant will receive, in parallel to project work, guidance & training to familiarise them with our company's approach to Legislative Compliance.
The location for this role will be in our Cork office, however we will also consider applications for our Galway and Portlaoise offices.
RequirementsThe Candidate…. The ideal candidate will have:
A relevant qualification in Planning, Development and Environment &/or commensurate industry experience with an alternative qualification.Other relevant qualifications pertaining to our company's field of work would also be considered in selection.2+ years' experience in a similar roleExcellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.Fluent written and spoken English is essential.Full clean driving license.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team.Other informationWhat we offer…. An attractive remuneration package.Career progression in line with published plan and educational supportYear on year salary reviewsPaid Paternity & Maternity LeaveCompany mobile phoneContinuous Professional Development & Pathway to Chartership.Life AssuranceEmployee Assistance ProgrammeHybrid Working (remote and office) & Flexible Working PolicyGroup pension scheme with employer contributionProfessional Certifications, pathways to become a Chartered EngineerStaff wellness programmesParticipation in ESG activities such as sustainability initiatives, biodiversity committee, STEPS to Engineering, Women in Engineering initiativeStaff social outingsHow to apply…. Please provide us with a CV which includes all relevant information including education details.
A cover letter should also be included as part of your application detailing why the role and location are of interest to you.

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