Ecologists
5 months ago
Ecologists
RPS is seeking applications for the position of Ecologists (terrestrial, ornithologists and/or aquatic specialisms) to join our Ecology Team in Ireland. There are positions available at a range of experience levels in our offices in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Sligo and Kilkenny.
About The Team:
Our Ecology Team (one of Irelands leading teams in this sector) delivers high value technical advisory services in areas as diverse as EIA, AA, SEA, climate change and sustainability to clients across the transport, water, energy, natural and built environment sectors.
The RPS Ecology Team has a well-deserved reputation of successfully delivering many of Irelands most challenging and complex projects through early stage development and contribution to national policies as part of the SEA process.
About The Role:
The role involves supporting the delivery of ecological impact assessment (EciA), ecological surveys, Environmental Impact Assessment biodiversity chapters and Appropriate Assessment (AA), nature-based solutions and regenerative/restorative designs.
You will be working under the supervision of a lead ecologist on multi-disciplinary projects across a wide range of sectors and liaising with clients and other relevant stakeholders.
About You:
Candidates will have two or more years’ experience working in a consultancy / regulatory role in the environmental assessment field. A proven track record of working on Environmental Impact Assessment and Appropriate Assessment processes is essential.
Key Skills/Attributes:
Qualifications:
A postgraduate qualification (MSc) in a relevant biological/ environmental science subject with an ecological component which includes practical experience; Degree in Ecology.Why RPS for you?
You will have the opportunity to work on interesting and challenging projects, different perspectives, styles of thinking and ideas are encouraged. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You will be joining us on our diversity journey, joining a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.
You will have the choice of work flexibility, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard.
We are an accredited training provider and will support your learning and development. A personal development plan and transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you will be supported as far as you want to go. This is a workplace that works for you.
A career here is far from ordinary. Here you are not a number, you are part of the solution.
RPS, a Tetra Tech company:
Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, in January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.
Our projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. You will be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.
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Our commitment to Diversityand Inclusion
Mindful that a truly inclusiveorganization must make appropriate use of talent on a global basis and withoutunnecessary barriers, we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusionprinciples in all People processes in order to be as diverse as the communitiesand clients we work with, thereby securing, developing, and retaining the bestavailable talent for the company’s future.
Our approach to Diversityand Inclusion
Our people live our purpose,deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behavioursdefine who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that wedo. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a greatplace to do great work.
‘Stronger Together’ is one ofour five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace:
‘We are respectful,acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution ofeveryone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent.People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’
Recruitment Agencies
We have a Preferred Supplier List oftrusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge anyspeculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not onthis list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require anyfurther information.
