We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Environmental Scientist to join one of Ireland’s premier consultancies, working as an integral member of the Environmental Science team . You can be based in Dublin, Kilkenny or Cork. This position offers exposure to a broad range of areas within the waste management and environmental sectors, including, but not limited to, planning and EIAR, waste management, infrastructure development, waste licensing and permits, Industrial Emissions licensing, and environmental due diligence.
An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate including a competitive salary, shorter working Friday, medical benefit and professional body support.
Qualifications and Experience Required:
- Educated to degree level in a relevant environmental discipline
- A minimum of 8 years post-graduate experience in an environmental position
- Chartered status in relevant discipline
- Excellent knowledge of planning, environmental and waste management legislation
- Proven track record in project management and contribution to the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessment Reports, planning and licence/permit applications for a wide range of projects
- Team and client management experience essential
- Excellent attention to detail
- Be flexible and a good team player
- Excellent report writing and technical reviewing skills
- Experience of engaging with external stakeholders, regulatory bodies and sub-contractors
- A full driver licence
Responsibilities (amongst other things) include:
- Leading and managing project team reporting to a Director
- Project management and coordination of Environmental Impact Assessments, Strategic Environmental Assessments, Appropriate Assessments, planning application documentation and other environmental reports
- Provide expert environmental technical assistance to the business
- Actively participate in the delivery of business development initiatives
- Manage the implementation of regulatory approvals