Leading Marine Ecologist

2 days ago

Galway, Galway, Ireland beBeeMarineEcology Full time €45,000 - €60,000

Marine Ecologist Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Marine Ecologist to join our team in Galway. The ideal candidate will have expertise in marine ecology, survey design, environmental impact assessment, and marine policy.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Design, plan, and undertake field surveys (intertidal, subtidal, benthic, fisheries, and marine mammal monitoring) to assess marine ecosystems and habitats.
  • Analyse ecological and environmental data, producing technical reports and GIS outputs to inform project decisions.
  • Lead or contribute to Environmental Impact Assessments, Appropriate Assessments, and Habitats Regulations Assessments to ensure compliance with environmental legislation.
  • Provide specialist input into marine planning, conservation, and policy-related projects to promote sustainable use of marine resources.
  • Liaise with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure effective communication and project delivery.
  • Support project management, budget tracking, and delivery of high-quality outputs on time to meet client expectations.
  • Mentor junior staff and contribute to the continued development of the marine ecology team to foster knowledge sharing and skill development.

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Degree in Marine Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline (MSc or PhD desirable).
  • Minimum 3 years' professional experience in marine ecology or related consultancy role.
  • Strong knowledge of marine ecosystems, habitats, and species relevant to Ireland's waters.
  • Proven experience in marine ecological survey methods and data analysis.
  • Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with Irish and EU environmental legislation, particularly the Habitats and Birds Directives.
  • Competency in GIS (ArcGIS/QGIS) and statistical analysis packages (e.g., R).
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience with offshore renewable energy, aquaculture, or marine infrastructure projects.
  • Diving qualifications or boat handling experience.
  • Marine mammal observation (MMO) or passive acoustic monitoring (PAM) certification.

Priorities:

  • Irish location specific knowledge
  • High level technical analysis

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