Contact Ciaran Hall the consultant managing this role.
ATG are seeking a highly motivated Offshore Environmental Scientist to join a dynamic consultancy team in Galway. This role involves working on offshore environmental assessments, marine ecological surveys, and impact assessments for renewable energy, oil & gas, and infrastructure projects.
You will be responsible for collecting and analysing marine environmental data, preparing technical reports, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct offshore environmental surveys, including marine ecology, water quality, and benthic habitat assessments.
* Support Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Appropriate Assessments (AAs), and Habitat Regulations Assessments (HRAs).
* Collect, analyse, and interpret environmental data from offshore and coastal sites.
* Ensure compliance with national and international environmental regulations and industry best practices.
* Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, ecologists, and GIS specialists.
* Contribute to client reports, environmental management plans, and mitigation strategies.
* Engage with regulatory authorities and stakeholders as required.
* Support the planning and execution of offshore survey logistics, including vessel-based operations.
Minimum Requirements
* A degree in Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Oceanography, or a related field.
* 2+ years of experience in offshore environmental surveys or marine consultancy.
* Strong knowledge of marine ecology, environmental legislation, and offshore monitoring techniques.
* Experience with data collection methods such as grab sampling, ROV surveys, or eDNA analysis.
* Ability to analyse and interpret marine ecological data, including GIS mapping skills.
* Knowledge of Irish and EU environmental regulations, including Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD) and Water Framework Directive (WFD).
* Willingness to work offshore for extended periods and ability to obtain relevant offshore safety certifications (e.g., BOSIET, HUET, or STCW).
* Experience with environmental permitting processes for offshore developments.
* Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, PRIMER, ArcGIS).
* Knowledge of marine mammal monitoring and mitigation measures.
* Familiarity with remote sensing technologies and underwater acoustics.
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