Senior Environmental Consultant

at  Malachy Walsh and Partners

Location: Tralee/ Limerick Experience: 8+ years
MWP is an established multi-disciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy based in Munster, with offices in Cork, Tralee, and Limerick. We are seeking an Environmental Consultant to join our team to support the delivery of a broad range of projects. The position will suit candidates with experience of 8 years plus, who will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package, and the opportunity to work on challenging and varied projects within a close-knit and energetic team. MWP commits to ensuring excellent development opportunities, and encourages all staff to strive to be outstanding, in their chosen field. We pride ourselves on our mentoring scheme for all new staff. The right candidate will work in a friendly and dynamic company, which offers successful candidates’ opportunities for career development. Our approach is team based and brings together a focused group of people working on a diverse range of projects. The current vacancy is based in our Tralee or Limerick office and offers a friendly, flexible working environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A third level qualification (Degree/Masters) in environmental science or related discipline
• Minimum of 8+ years relevant experience preferred.
• Strong expertise in environmental impact assessments and planning
• Strong knowledge of relevant Irish and European planning and environmental legislation, guidelines and regulatory frameworks
• Proven project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Excellent report writing and verbal communication skills.
• Be self-motivated and result driven.
• Deliver projects in an efficient and timely manner.
• A full clean drivers’ licence.
• Experience mentoring and supervising junior staff members is desirable
• Professional certifications or memberships in relevant professional bodies (e.g., IEMA, CIWEM) are advantageous.

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary environmental inputs for environmental impact assessment projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Provide expert advice on environmental planning matters,
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, planners, and architects, to integrate environmental considerations into project designs.
• Prepare and review environmental reports, including Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIARs), Environmental Impact Assessment Screening Reports, Construction Environmental Management Plans, Resource Waste Management Plans and the technical review of specialist reports.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and agencies as necessary for project development.
• Represent the company at client meetings, public consultations, and regulatory hearings,
• Mentor and support junior staff members, providing guidance on environmental regulations and best practices.