Ecologist

Gaia Talent is seeking an experienced Ecologist to join our client’s expanding environmental team.

Applicants should ideally have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in ecological consultancy and have a strong knowledge of wildlife policy and legislation.

Minimum requirements:

• Relevant third level Degree (Level 8 or higher);
• A minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience within the field of ecological consultancy;
• Knowledge of relevant wildlife policy and legislation, and its real-world application;
• Must be willing to work regular unsocial hours associated with bat survey work during the period April to October inclusive;
• Must be comfortable, where appropriate and safe to do so, with working within water bodies to carry out aquatic surveys;
• Largely working from our Galway office but willing to work in our Dublin, Cork, and Castlebar offices when required;
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office;
• QGIS mapping skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

The following would be advantageous:

• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM);
• Holder of a survey license for at least one European Protected Species;
• Experienced in aquatic monitoring, surveying, and reporting;
• Water framework sampling experience.
• Applicants should hold a full clean driver’s license and a vehicle so they can travel for surveys.

What the client offers:

• An attractive remuneration (from €40,000 onwards DOE)
• Hybrid working
• Pension contribution
• Life cover
• PHI
• Membership subscription to a professional body
• Active CPD programme
• Continuous career development

To apply, please submit your CV directly to GreenJobs or by email to isadora@gaiatalent.com