Job Description:
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Specialist x 2
We are seeking to recruit an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Specialist x 2 on a permanent basis. This role will be based in Newbridge and will report to the Planning Programme Manager.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
* Lead the EIA process for large scale Renewable Energy Projects, including the delivery of the Environmental Impact Assessment Report and Appropriate Assessment/Natura Impact Statement for the proposed development.
* Provide environmental expertise in relation to the delivery of Renewable Energy projects to assist the Planning Team and to inform the Business Unit Strategy to ensure compliance with Planning and Environmental issues.
* Keep abreast of changes in planning/environmental legislation, policy decisions and updates to national, regional, and local authority development plans to maximise outcomes for the company.
Requirements:
* Hons Degree (Lvl 8 FETAC) in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or equivalent.
* Post Graduate (Lvl 9 FETAC) qualification in a relevant discipline, desirable but not essential.
* Minimum of 5 years experience in leading the preparation of EIAR and AA/NIS for large scale projects essential.
* Reporting into a Planning Programme Manager and liaising with all management levels across the Bord na Mna Group.
* Expertise in leading the delivery of EIS/EIAR and AA/NIS documentation for large scale development projects is essential.
Desirable Attributes:
* Experience leading and managing multidisciplinary teams on EIA projects is essential.
* Understanding of EIA process and Irish planning policy and legislation in relation to EIA is essential.
* Experience in Renewables and related infrastructure, or SID projects is desirable but not essential.
* Technical lead in a discipline related to EIA, e.g. ecology, noise, air quality etc is desirable but not essential.
Selection Process:
The selection process for this role will include candidate screening from application.