Overview
Fehily Timoney and Company (FT) is one of Ireland’s largest indigenous consultancies specialising in Sustainable Infrastructure, Circular Economy, Environment, Energy and Renewables. FT integrates engineering and scientific expertise to deliver balanced, environmentally sound solutions in the design and development of the built environment. Our environmental and ecology teams provide in-depth knowledge across a broad spectrum of scientific fields, including biodiversity, noise, hydrology, water quality, geology, hydrogeology, and environmental data management. FT is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental Science team in our Cork, Dublin or Carlow office. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the growth of our environmental services and will collaborate closely with a team of experienced professionals. This position offers broad exposure across multiple areas within the environmental sector, including—though not limited to—planning and Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIARs), waste management, infrastructure development, waste licensing and permitting, industrial emissions licensing, and environmental due diligence.
Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Strategic Environmental Assessments (SEAs), Appropriate Assessments (AAs), planning application documents and other environmental reports;
* Offer expert technical guidance on environmental matters to support project teams and business operations;
* Play an active role in developing and supporting business development activities;
* Oversee and manage the process of securing necessary regulatory approvals.
Is this the right person for the role?
* Degree qualified in a relevant environmental discipline;
* At least 8 years post-graduate experience in an environmental role;
* Chartered status in relevant professional field;
* Strong knowledge of planning, environmental and waste management legislation;
* Proven experience in preparing reports, planning submissions, and license/permit applications across diverse projects;
* Exceptional attention to detail;
* Flexible, collaborative, and team-oriented approach;
* Excellent technical writing and report reviewing skills;
* Experience in engaging with external stakeholders, regulatory authorities and sub-contractors;
* Full, clean driving licence.
Is FT the right fit for you?
Ready to take the next step? Does FT sound like the right fit for you? Reach out to us at careers@ftco.ie today. Your application will be handled with complete confidentiality and will be considered immediately upon receipt.
Why Join FT?
* Continuous Professional Development: We’re passionate about helping you grow, providing resources and training opportunities for ongoing professional development and to encourage your creative thinking. Team members have 5 CPD learning days per year. FT’s commitment to CPD is recognised through our CPD Accredited Employer standard.
* Employee Experience: You are joining a vibrant community with clear career paths, goal setting support and meaningful opportunities for achievement. We offer a diverse and enriching experience, including chances to get involved in climate action and sustainability, fundraising and volunteering. We provide sports and social events throughout the year.
* Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: FT celebrates diversity, promotes inclusion, and prioritises your wellbeing with dedicated programs. FT is committed to inclusive and diverse practices.
* Family Benefits: We offer leave for important personal milestones, flexible parental leave, compassionate leave and paid sick leave. We also provide gifts for special occasions and support for major life events.
* Financial: Competitive compensation packages, support for professional membership fees, and annual gifts. Complimentary parking is available at each office.
* Wellbeing: Benefits include a health and lifestyle contribution, complimentary gym membership (Dublin office), flu vaccines, health screenings, bike to work scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, and access to in-house mental health support.
* Work Life Balance: Flexible benefits to support wellbeing, including hybrid working options, flexi start system, early weekend starts with shorter Fridays, hot desking, 22 to 27 days of annual leave, and 4 company days per year.
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