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Senior Environmental Consultant (EPA - Remote across Ireland)


  • Salary

    €55,000 to €70,000
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree

Title: Senior Environmental Consultant (EPA – Remote across Ireland)
Location: Remote (anywhere across Ireland)
Job type: Full-time & permanent
Please note: This position is remote inside Ireland. Applicants MUST be based in Ireland and possess previous working experience in the Irish Environmental Sector to be considered.

Are you a seasoned Environmental Consultant looking for a new challenge? We’re currently seeking a talented individual to join our client’s Environmental Compliance Team in a full-time, permanent role that offers the flexibility of remote work.

About our client:
Join a dynamic team providing professional services in environmental compliance, management systems, sustainability, waste management, environmental licensing, permitting, inspection, and auditing. As a Senior Environmental Consultant, you’ll play a key role in a team that values motivation, positivity, and a strong commitment to continuous learning. Stay ahead of the curve by keeping up with changing legislation and industry trends.

Key responsibilities:
Responsible for leading the full process of the Environmental Protection Agency licensing.
Conduct Environmental Auditing according to the highest standard of environmental compliance requirements.
Offer expert consultancy services, focusing on environmental performance and compliance for our clients.
Provide technical expertise for preparing environmental consent applications, support services, and various environmental projects and reports.
Design and conduct audits of Environmental Management Systems.
Supervise, mentor, and manage junior team members and sub-consultants to ensure project requirements are met.
Contribute to diverse projects, including studies, reports, and policy-level submissions.
Report project performance to the Technical Director.
Engage in consultation with statutory and non-statutory bodies, local authorities, government agencies, and relevant stakeholders.
Fulfill additional duties assigned by the company’s Directors.

Minimum requirements:
Third-level degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related discipline.
Approximately 5 years of professional experience in consulting, waste management, environmental, or a similar sector ideally in Ireland.
Proven track experience conducting EPA licensing processes.
Technical expertise in Environmental Compliance, Waste Management, and environmental auditing and reporting.
Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in Environmental and Waste Management according to the Irish Legislation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience in high-level communications and correspondence.
Strong report writing skills and the ability to interpret environmental reports, data, and technical drawings.
Chartered membership of CIWM, IEMA, CIWEM, or related professional memberships (desirable).
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 applications.
Full clean driving license, as occasional travel throughout Ireland may be required.

What is on offer:
Competitive salaries: Receive an industry-leading remuneration package reflecting your skills and experience (€55,000 to €70,000 DOE).
Excellent benefits package: Flexible working hours, hybrid/remote settings, company pension scheme, tax saver scheme, generous annual leave allowance, career pathway program, family-friendly working policies, continuous career development, professional memberships paid.
Well-being focus: We value your well-being and offer an Employee Assistance Programme to support your health and wellness.
Alternative transportation: Support the Bike to Work Scheme, encouraging sustainable and alternative transportation options.
Anything else you may see as essential for your work-life balance or career will be happily discussed.

How to Apply:
Are you excited about this opportunity? Apply through Gaia Talent’s website or reach out directly to Isadora at [email protected]. We can’t wait to welcome a motivated and skilled Senior Environmental Consultant to our team!