Ecologist (all levels)

Description

You’ll contribute to projects spanning infrastructure, renewable energy, land development, and conservation planning, working alongside multidisciplinary teams of planners, engineers, and environmental specialists.

• Mentor junior staff and ensure best practice in data collection and reporting.
• Provide strategic ecological input and business development leadership.
• Conduct field surveys (habitats, bats, birds, mammals, flora).
• Manage client relationships and direct project delivery.
• Contribute to the EIAR and NIS chapters.
• Lead project delivery, field coordination, and quality assurance.
• Oversee complex, multi-site ecological projects.
• Prepare ecological assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and review high-quality EcIAs and biodiversity reports.
• Engage with planning authorities and stakeholders.
• Drive innovation, mentoring, and continuous improvement within the ecology team.
• Support data analysis and reporting under senior guidance.

Requirements

Principal Ecologist (6–10+ years)

Senior Ecologist (4–6 years)

Ecologist (2–4 years)

• Strong understanding of Irish and EU environmental legislation.
• Degree (minimum BSc) in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field (MSc desirable).
• Full clean Irish or EU driving licence.
• Membership (or eligibility) of CIEEM or a relevant professional body.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Benefits

Our clients are expanding their ecology team across Ireland and have multiple openings for Ecologists, Senior Ecologists, and Principal Ecologists. Whether you’re an emerging professional ready to take on more responsibility or a senior leader seeking to shape large-scale ecological strategy, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact in biodiversity protection and sustainable development.

Location: Ireland nationwide (hybrid working available)

• Private health insurance & employer pension
• Annual CPD budget and professional memberships paid
• Competitive salary based on experience and seniority
• Mentoring and structured career progression
• Hybrid/flexible working options
• Comprehensive annual leave and wellbeing initiatives

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance