Ecologist - Site Management Specialist

14 hours ago

Cork, Cork, Ireland beBeeEcological Full time €40,000 - €60,000

The Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) role at INIS Environmental Consultants Ltd is a full-time position within the growing Ecology team.

We are hiring in the Ennis, Cork and Dublin office locations to work on-site management to assist in the delivery of biodiversity protection and enhancement during construction.

INIS currently has a varied portfolio of conservation, engineering and infrastructural projects requiring ecological and environmental control on construction sites under the guidance of a Chartered Environmentalist.

The successful candidate will gain experience in pre-commencement ecological surveys and oversee ecological services for clients across Ireland.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advise on protecting valued biodiversity features on construction sites.
  • Provide site-specific assistance on how clients can achieve compliance with environmental legislation.
  • Review relevant documents, including AA/NIS, EcIA, CEMP and species and habitat management plans.
  • Consult with local planning authorities, Biodiversity officers, National Parks and Wildlife Service and Inland Fisheries Ireland.
  • Pre-construction and construction phase checks for protected species.
  • Provide an ecological watching brief during vegetation clearance, building renovation or demolition, habitat translocation, habitat creation, habitat enhancement and habitat management work; and
  • Daily record keeping, signing off construction documents and production of reports (as required) for auditing purposes.
Requirements
  • A third-level qualification in environmental science, zoology, ecology or a similar discipline.
  • A minimum of 3 years of work experience on a broad range of ecological projects, ideally involving the delivery of practical conservation advice or management.
  • An awareness and understanding of Irish and EU environmental protection and wildlife legislation and planning guidelines.
  • Excellent communication skills, including face-to-face discussion with clients and their contractors as well as verbal and written communication.
  • A full driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
  • A permanent, full-time role with career development opportunities.
  • Training courses offered in-house or outsourced to ensure excellence in ecological services.
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Opportunities to work on exciting and diverse ecological projects.
  • Training with a Chartered Environmentalist.
  • Life insurance from the first day of work.
  • Pension and health insurance entitlements.

We are a leading Irish ecology and renewable energy specialist company offering a proficient and multidisciplinary approach to assisting private individuals, corporations, government bodies and blue-chip businesses with ecology assessments and survey techniques. We primarily work in Ireland's renewable energy sector, which is expected to grow significantly over the decade.

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