Senior EcologistLocation: Flexible Kerry, Cork, Limerick, GalwayExperience: 6 -10+MWP requires a Senior Ecologist, experienced in working with Environmental and Engineering teams, preferably in the consultancy sector. The position would suit a motivated, practical, and adaptable individual who has the ambition to work within a progressive and innovative team, providing advice and solutions to clients, in conjunction with the wider MWP team.You'll be joining a 12-person team with a mix of backgrounds and skills. We primarily work in the areas of renewable energy, large infrastructure and structural projects and/or coastal and marine development.Overview of Main Responsibilities:Planning and undertaking both multidisciplinary ecological walkover surveys and targeted ecological surveys.Preparing survey reports and/or impact assessments for planning and/or post-planning stage development.Preparation of Biodiversity chapters for EIARs.Formulation of AA Screening reports and Natura Impact Statements.Preparation of EcIA reports.Ecology Project Management in a varied range of sectors.Tender Submissions.Client management and business development.Management and mentoring of junior team members.Consultation with regulators and legislative bodies.Stakeholder engagement and managementSkills/Requirements:Degree in Ecology or Science equivalent.MSc preferable.Experience, 6 to 10+ year, preferably in Environmental Consultancy.Membership of a professional body, working towards Chartership.Strong technical report-writing, impact assessment and report review skills.Experience of Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA), writing Biodiversity chapters for EIARs, and Appropriate Assessment (Stage 1 and 2).Robust fieldwork skills and ability to coordinate and manage field survey work. The ideal candidate will have at least one area of specialism, such as aquatics (marine/freshwater), bats, mammals, habitats/flora, birds etc.Ability to manage ecology projects from initiation through to completion and liaise with clients and relevant stakeholders.Experience in design of mitigation strategies for development projects.Firm knowledge of ecological survey and impact assessment guidelines in Ireland (and UK where relevant) and Irish and European guidance and legislation relevant to planning and development.Willingness to support/mentor junior staff.Full driver's license and access to own vehicleWillingness to work flexible hours for fieldwork purposes when required, i.e. travel within Ireland and overnight stays.Benefits:Friendly, flexible working environment.Competitive salary aligned with experience.Company Pension Scheme.Active Sports and Social Club.Protection of life and long-term illness cover.22 days annual leave.CPD support.Opportunity to work within a large, experienced multi-disciplinary team (ecology/environmental/engineering/planning).Diversity of ecological project work across the country.Paid professional membership fees.Paid Maternity Leave.Mentorship Programme.Wellness Programme.Cycle to Work Scheme.