Ecology Graduate Dublin - March 2025 Start

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements :

• 2:1 degree and above (or equivalent) in Ecology or a subject with ecological component Ecology Environmental Biology Zoology Environmental Diagnosis and Management Wildlife Conservation/Biodiversity Conservation Biology and Resource Management Species Identification and Surveying Environmental Science/Consultancy Environmental Management and Sustainability Biological Science
• Keen interest and understanding of Irish wildlife 
• Irish plant and animal (indirect and direct field signs) identification skills
• Excellent field skills
• Previous exposure to protected species surveys
• Ability to record data efficiently and methodically
• Strong Microsoft Office skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong numeracy
• Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external clients both verbally & in writing with the confidence to engage with a variety of people (clients colleagues stakeholders and subcontractors alike) and the aptitude to rationally explain explore and discuss technical issues and capture feedback
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.  Ability to structure & prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole
• Selfmotivation enthusiasm hard working with ambition and drive
• Excellent research and report writing skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team collaborating with colleagues client and stakeholders as appropriate as well as independently without losing initiative & focus.
• Ability to work flexibly under pressure responding to changing project and programme demands.
• Commitment to continued education and improvement through our approved training schemes 
• Willing and able to visit other locations on company business
• A full driving licence would be beneficial as the role will involve travel for site surveys  with equipment and limited public transport access
• Previous experience in the ecology sector (eg with an NGO as a volunteer or within a professional consultancy) would be beneficial including work placements or relevant voluntary experience.
• Good knowledge of all Irish environmental law and an understanding of the relevant planning systems

Preferred Qualifications :

    Protected species licence such as bats great crested newts hazel dormouse etc
    Postgraduate qualification in relevant subject
    Proven experience of habitat NVC and botanical surveys
    Membership of or working towards full membership of appropriate professional institution
    Evidence of published work in ecology field

Additional Information :

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed and candidates selected for an advanced offer start.    

Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades.

You must have permanent right to work in Ireland as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public and privatesector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and wellbeing programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industryleading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime