Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Specialist
PE Global is currently seeking to recruit an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Specialist on a permanent basis. This role will be based in Kildare and will report to the Planning Programme Manager.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the delivery of Environmental Impact Assessment Reports and Appropriate Assessment for a number of Renewable Energy infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities
* Lead the EIA process for large scale Renewable Energy Projects, particularly 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.
* Assist the Stakeholder and Advocacy team with the development of effective project plans for management of communications and consultation with local communities and other relevant stakeholders including statutory and non-statutory consultees.
* Prepare specifications for third party services for projects as required and fully assist the procurement team in the various stages of the associated procurement processes.
* Ensure that all works carried out under your remit comply with the company's Health & Safety and Environmental policies and all relevant EU and National policies and statutory requirements.
* Assist with upskilling and mentoring of junior staff, as required, with a particular focus on the EIA and Appropriate Assessment process.
Requirements
* Hons Degree (Lvl 8 FETAC) in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or equivalent; Post Graduate (Lvl 9 FETAC) qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. Environmental Science, Engineering, Planning Law) desirable but not essential.
* Minimum of 5 years experience in leading the preparation of EIAR and AA/NIS for large scale projects essential.
* Expertise in leading the delivery of EIS/EIAR and AA/NIS documentation for large scale development projects is essential.
* 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.
Interested candidates should submit an updated CV. Please click the link below to apply, call Emma Knight on 083 009 3553, or alternatively send an up-to-date CV to Emma.knight@peglobal.net.
Please note: Our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland.
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