Ecologists

RPS is seeking applications for the position of Ecologists (terrestrial, ornithologists and/or aquatic specialisms) to join our Ecology Team in Ireland. There are positions available at a range of experience levels in our offices in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Sligo and Kilkenny.

About The Team

Our Ecology Team (one of Irelands leading teams in this sector) delivers high value technical advisory services in areas as diverse as EIA, AA, SEA, climate change and sustainability to clients across the transport, water, energy, natural and built environment sectors.

The RPS Ecology Team has a well-deserved reputation of successfully delivering many of Irelands most challenging and complex projects through early stage development and contribution to national policies as part of the SEA process.

About The Role

The role involves supporting the delivery of ecological impact assessment (EciA), ecological surveys, Environmental Impact Assessment biodiversity chapters and Appropriate Assessment (AA), nature-based solutions and regenerative/restorative designs.

You will be working under the supervision of a lead ecologist on multi-disciplinary projects across a wide range of sectors and liaising with clients and other relevant stakeholders.

About You

Candidates will have two or more years’ experience working in a consultancy / regulatory role in the environmental assessment field. A proven track record of working on Environmental Impact Assessment and Appropriate Assessment processes is essential.

Key Skills/Attributes

• A hard working and highly motivated individual with good interpersonal skills and team approach;
• Excellent field skills and a keen interest and understanding of Irish wildlife;
• Demonstrated field survey experience in ecology e.g. habitat classification (Fossitt), badger, otter, bat, bird and invasive species surveys;
• Familiar with relevant Irish and European legislation e.g. Habitats Directive, Birds Directive, EIA Directive, and transposing Irish Regulations;
• Knowledge of Appropriate Assessment as per Article 6 of the Habitats Directive;
• Ability to record and process data efficiently and methodically;
• Experienced in using GIS/ mapping systems;
• Full clean driving licence and access to their own vehicle.
  
  

Qualifications

• A postgraduate qualification (MSc) in a relevant biological/ environmental science subject with an ecological component which includes practical experience;
• Degree in Ecology.
  
  

Why RPS for you?

You will have the opportunity to work on interesting and challenging projects, different perspectives, styles of thinking and ideas are encouraged. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You will be joining us on our diversity journey, joining a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

You will have the choice of work flexibility, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard.

We are an accredited training provider and will support your learning and development. A personal development plan and transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you will be supported as far as you want to go. This is a workplace that works for you.

A career here is far from ordinary. Here you are not a number, you are part of the solution.

RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, in January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With over 28,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.

Our projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. You will be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.

We know we develop better solutions together. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do. For us to live our purpose of creating shared value and to deliver on our promise to ‘make complex easy’ – for us and for our clients, we continue to build a culture where different working styles and experiences can thrive to achieve exceptional results.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and work in partnership with Inclusive Employers. We’re also proud to support reservists and their families, having signed the Armed Forces Covenant. An inclusive culture enables our people to do things differently, working in ways to suit them while delivering their best for RPS. That’s why we’ve created working groups as true inclusion is a journey that involves learning, collaboration, and engagement.

Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the interview process, we can then make reasonable changes to support you in performing to the best of your ability.

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