About us
MKO is Ireland's largest Planning and Environmental consultancy.
Our team of 200+ experienced professionals work across the planning, environmental, ecology and related fields.
We deliver challenging and complex projects for our clients and have an unrivalled track record of success. We add real value to our client's projects through our multi-disciplinary expertise and a broad range of nationwide experience.
Our success and growth rests entirely on the knowledge, skills, ambition and integrity of our people, and we value these qualities most highly. We are forward-thinking and work with a can-do attitude, which nurtures people, ideas and opportunities to help maximise potential.
Through our work, we aim to leave a legacy we can all be proud of.
Job Description
Would you like to work as part of a team where one day, you're in a woodland searching for mammal tracks and local fauna, and the next, you're conducting a dusk bat survey, monitoring roosts and their behaviours? That's just one of the advantages of joining our Ecology team. As a Graduate Ecologist, you will join one of the largest full-time ecology practices nationwide, where our specialist team provides a wide range of services.
You will have the opportunity to conduct ecological surveys for a wide range of protected habitats and species, including birds, bats, freshwater and terrestrial invertebrates, fisheries, and protected habitats. You'll learn how the results of these surveys inform the ecological and environmental assessments that impact the projects other MKO teams work on.
At MKO, our vision is: To expand our reach and impact to help solve the defining environmental and societal challenges of our time. As a Graduate Ecologist, your work will be central to achieving this vision.
Being an Ecologist allows you to be a part of the conservation and protection of biodiversity in Ireland and make a difference. If you love wildlife, nature and being outdoors, then joining MKO as a Graduate Ecologist is the job for you
What we're looking for in you:
* Education: The Graduate Ecologist role is open to final-year undergraduates, master's students and those who have graduated in the last two years in Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Science, or another relevant discipline, equipping you with the necessary skills to undertake the role.
* We are looking for grads with a desire to learn and a keen interest in Irish ecology and sustainable development.
* Core Skills: Our Grad Careers are perfect for you if you have a collaborative and flexible approach with the ambition to excel and grow within a team environment.
* Those applying to become a Graduate Ecologist would ideally have excellent report writing skills, be organised and demonstrate meticulous attention to detail.
* Values: At MKO, we don't just talk about our values; they are our fundamental guiding principles. We are looking for grads who demonstrate behaviours aligned with our values: Quality, Flexibility, Teamwork, Confidence and Integrity.
Why join MKO?
At MKO, your professional development is important to us, with ongoing opportunities for growth and development, and a chance to make a tangible impact on the environment.
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Candidates interested in the available position should apply with an up-to-date curriculum vitae and cover letter.
We actively embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental elements of our workplace culture. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, recognising that a diverse team fosters innovation, creativity, and a more dynamic work environment. We promote a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths.
About us