Ecologist

Job title:

Ecologist

Company

Arup

Job description

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Dublin or CorkArup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.Arup is at the forefront of sustainability consultancy, passionately committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially in preserving and enhancing nature. We provide a wealth of in-house opportunities to develop exciting skills, such as innovative restoration methods for wetlands, cutting-edge digital tools like biodiversity metrics, and much more. With a proven track record of collaborating with state agencies, private developers, and governments, we ensure that nature is at the core of every decision we make. Join us and be part of a team that is driving sustainable practices and making a real difference in the world.The OpportunityOur dynamic and vibrant environment and ecology team is expanding, and we are seeking an ecologist to join us. You will play a crucial role in delivering our exceptional services in nature restoration, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Appropriate Assessment (AA)/Natura Impact Statement (NIS), Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA), habitat surveys, reporting, and mapping. This position offers opportunities to enhance your skills in species identification, digitisation, and habitat management, restoration, and rehabilitation. We serve clients across the transport, water, energy, and urban markets and have built a stellar reputation for successfully delivering many of Ireland’s most challenging and complex projects from early-stage development.Role Overview:We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Ecologist to join our dynamic, warm and friendly team. This role is pivotal in conducting a variety of ecological surveys across Ireland, including multidisciplinary assessments of habitats, invasive species, mammals, bats, breeding and wintering birds, and amphibians. Although you do not necessarily need to be a specialist in any of these taxa or specific habitats, good experience in carrying out Extended Phase 1 survey would be essential. The ecologist will also be responsible for data collection, mapping, and contributing to ecological reports. You will work with and be supported by our ecologists across Ireland and Northern Ireland who are immersed in nature restoration projects, emerging areas such as biodiversity metrics and have also developed a track record in Appropriate Assessment and knowledge of protected site networks in Ireland. For this role you will have a key interest in carrying out ecology surveys, carrying out a variety of impact assessments including those on protected sites, supporting our colleagues across transport, energy, advisory, water and infrastructure and seizing opportunities to restore and enhance nature on every project. You will receive is a well-rounded experience in a variety of landscapes in Ireland and will be provided support in developing competencies aligned with the Chartered Institute of Ecologists and Environmental Managers (CIEEM).As an Ecologist at Arup, you will:

• Conduct or co-ordinate a variety of ecological surveys (habitats, invasive species, mammals, bats, breeding and wintering birds, amphibians, etc.)
• Collate and analyse ecological data
• Produce detailed maps and contribute to ecological reports
• Collaborate with our environment team in Ireland and ecologists in Northern Ireland and the UK
• Manage and deliver Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA) and Appropriate Assessments (AA) (screening, Natura Impact Statement (NIS))

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience in conducting ecological surveys
• Experience in managing and delivering Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA) and AA
• Interest or experience in restorative design and nature-based solutions is advantageous
• Full member of CIEEM and at least working towards chartership
• Strong data collection and mapping skills
• Excellent report writing abilities

Does this role inspire you?We’re looking for someone who is passionate about Environment. We also value:

• Knowledge of BNG and other metrics (e.g. Building with Nature), natural capital / environmental net gain studies, site and corporate biodiversity strategies, Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), International Finance
• Corporation’s Performance Standard 6, and nature-related policies would all be hugely beneficial due to the varied nature of the work being undertaken and emerging.
• Advising on restoration/enhancement of habitats, biodiversity design and integration of green infrastructure design and other nature-based solutions to secure biodiversity gain and strengthen climate change resilience measures.

Why Arup?At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup’s success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You’ll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible.Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?

Expected salary

Location

Dublin

Job date

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 05:58:56 GMT

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