Principal Freshwater Ecologist

APEM

Cork
Permanent
Part-time

1 month ago

About The RoleAre you an experienced Senior Freshwater Ecologist and looking for an opportunity to step up and take on more responsibility? Do you possess an extensive understanding of policy, legislation, and the complex issues surrounding freshwater ecosystems? Are you eager to step into a leadership role, drive exciting projects, manage clients, produce excellent technical reports, and leverage your expertise to shape present and future initiatives?We are actively seeking a Principal Freshwater Ecologist to join our existing Irish ecology team in Cork. In this exciting leadership role, you'll be leading project management, client interaction, fieldwork, business development, overseeing technical reports and also be managing, developing and mentoring junior staff.As such, Experience in the preparation of high quality scientific/ecological reports and tenders, or funding proposals, is a requirement. Good knowledge of, as well as an ability to use, GIS software and appropriate system for Ireland would also be an added advantage.To be successful in this role, you'll need:

A minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree in an environmental or ecological subject
Clean, full driving licence
Willing and able to time away from home (travel to and from sites with overnight stays)
Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Flexible, adaptable and punctual
Experience of report writing
Working as part of a team
Health and Safety requirements for fieldwork
Managing and working with colleagues and junior staff on projects

You will be offered the chance to work on a variety of projects, many of our employees have worked on projects that have been of personal interest to them. We match this with a commitment to continuous development and learning to support your career. We also offer benefits to look after you, from private medical insurance for all employees, access to mental health first aiders and comprehensive income protection if you cannot work. We also offer superb flexible working options, balancing work with your life.Next stepsWe are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive team. If you can’t tick every box on our job description, then we are still keen to hear from you and are open to supporting your development. That may be working part time or supporting you to gain experience in a specific area – we are a growing company and are able to adapt roles to reflect individual skills.If you think you have what it takes to join our fast-growing business, then please apply immediately on our website. All we need some basic information and your CV, we will review all applications quickly and will respond to all applications.About Us The APEM Group is a global environmental consultancy, we work with a range of clients including large corporations and governments to help them understand and solve a wide variety of environmental projects in the UK and globally. Our successful pioneering work has enabled us to grow and combine forces with other businesses who share our ethos and integrity. At our core, our people are working towards the protection of the environment across the globe.

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