Title: Senior Ecologist (Botany Specialist)
Location: Cork, Dublin or Carlow
Flexibility: Hybrid model of work split in office, fieldwork and home office arrangements
Responsibilities:
* Undertake complex botanical surveys with classification skills to Fossitt Level III.
* Assess habitat value and carry out impact assessment having regard to Article 17 reporting, CIEEM and NRA guidelines as appropriate.
* Carry out Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and advise on habitat enhancement opportunities throughout all stages of project delivery.
* Implement complex habitat management prescriptions which may include habitat translocation and monitoring programmes.
* Mentor and train early career ecologists on botanical survey.
* Review outputs from colleagues.
* Prepare comprehensive ecological reports, including mapping (supported by out GIS team) and data collation (using Fieldmaps).
* Act as an Expert Witness at oral hearings when necessary.
Skills/Qualifications:
* Honours Degree or Master's degree in Environment/Botany/Ecology/Conservation or relevant subject
* 5+ years' experience in environmental consultancy in an Irish or UK context.
* Excellent botanical/habitat assessment and habitat management skills.
* Broad ecological experience on large-scale projects, with expertise in impact assessment.
* Thorough knowledge of ecological legislation and planning policy in Ireland and the EU.
* Excellent report-writing skills.
* Understanding of the EU Habitats Directive as it relates to project-based ecological impact assessments.
* Ability to work in both field and office environments with availability to travel throughout Ireland and overnights away from home.
* A full drivers licence
Benefits:
* Attractive remuneration
* Short Fridays
* Medical allowance
* Pension scheme
* 22 to 27 annual leave days
* Professional body support
* And much more
Applications are treated in confidence. Feel free to submit your CV at isadora@gaiatalent.com