Ecologist Job Description
We are seeking a Professional Ecologist to join our team. The position is hybrid, with two days on-site, and working hours from Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5:30 PM.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
* Undertake ecological background research, desk studies, fieldwork, and biological data collection and interpretation to best practice guidelines and methodologies.
* Compile Ecological Impact Assessments and Habitats Directive Assessment reports on the likely impacts of proposed capital and maintenance projects and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
* Commission ecological assessments as required, manage external consultants, and review outputs.
* SUPPORT THE ENVIRONMENT AND HERITAGE SECTION IN CONDUCTING/OVERSEEING ENVIRONMENTAL AND HERITAGE STUDIES.
* Deliver fit for purpose project outputs within set deadlines to support the engineering and technical teams in project delivery.
* Prepare habitat maps using GIS software.
* Interact with statutory and non-statutory stakeholders and the public, representing Waterways Ireland on various committee/fora as required.
Requirements:
* A Professional Ecologist
* Strong knowledge of GIS software
* Excellent report writing skills
* Strong communication skills, ability to liaise with local authorities and government departments