Are you an Ecologist with a passion for bats? Are you looking for a role where you can lead on surveys? Do you want to get involved in a variety of projects using your existing skills and expanding your knowledge in new ones? Do you value working for an employer who allows you the flexibility to work from home or an office alongside fieldwork?
Woodrow, part of the APEM Group, leads on terrestrial ecology delivery in Ireland for the APEM Group and works on a variety of ecology projects, including impact assessments for development and infrastructure projects. habitat and species surveys, biodiversity planning and community projects. Woodrow currently has a team of over 50 ecological consultants and continue to grow as part of APEM Group which has over 95 staff in Ireland.
We are actively seeking a Senior Bat Ecologist to join our close knit team, in this key role you'll help drive forward our delivery of ecological consultancy, notably in terms of high-quality work in a given area (in this instance specifically bats but will also include areas such as botanical, invertebrate, bird, land management or general ecology, depending on skill set), both in leading fieldwork and informing impact assessment reporting and contributing to tenders and the development of new workstreams.
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
- A minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree in an environmental or ecological subject or ability to demonstrate three or more years’ experience in an ecology role.
- Experience of carrying out survey work including leading bat surveys for large scale projects (including infrastructure, wind energy and solar developments) and developing mitigation proposals including an understanding of habitat enhancement, habitat management and restoration principles.
- Experience writing and reviewing technical bat reports in support of planning applications and EIAR submissions, including mapping, data analysis and providing appropriate levels of mitigation.
- Full, clean EU driving licence.
- Protected species licenses for bat derogation and photography.
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 steps
We 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.