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Veon is looking to recruit an experienced Ecologist to join our growing team throughout Ireland. As a company providing ecology services to a wide range of sectors, the successful candidate must demonstrate a deep knowledge and understanding of Irish ecology while providing practical solutions for our clients.

Veon offers a wide variety of services across both the ecology, forestry and arboriculture sectors all of which will provide a breadth of experience in this field.

Reporting to the Head of Ecology, the successful candidate will have 2 -3 years' experience in a similar role.

We can offer flexibility in relation to the location of the role, and the successful candidate can be based at our Head Office in Dublin or in our Kilkenny, Longford, Limerick, Roscommon or Galway regional offices.

Responsibilities of Ecologist Role:

· Compile technically robust ecology reports for our clients. These will include, but not limited to Preliminary Ecological Assessments, Appropriate Assessment/Natura Impact Statements and Ecological Impact Assessments.

· Compile Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and Biodiversity Management Plan (BMP) reports.

· Conduct fieldwork and be involved in data collection.

· Actively engage in continuous professional development.

· Provide advice and guidance to the wider Veon team on ecological issues as they arise.

· Keep up to date with relevant legislation and guidance to ensure company compliance and interpret this for colleagues and the Management Team.

· Managing small- and large-scale projects efficiently and meeting client deadlines.

· Manage time and project delivery in an organised and proactive manner to ensure smooth delivery of reports and projects

· Work as a team member and share knowledge, expertise and learning with colleagues.

· Collate and store ecological data and reports while maintaining these records in a manner that is easily and readily accessible by colleagues as required.

· Work as a team on the completion of tenders.

· Engage with company systems e.g. Valms (CRM), MS teams.

Requirements of Ecologist Role:

The successful candidate should have the following skills:

· Relevant degree in Ecology or related discipline is essential.

· Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role preferably consultancy.

· Experience acting as Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) would be desirable but is not essential.

· Experience of producing Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)reports is desirable.

· Membership of relevant professional institute is desirable.

· Proven experience undertaking ecological report writing.

· Experience undertaking field surveys and managing field data and a good knowledge of species identification and habitat classification

· Excellent computer skills, particularly MS Office.

· Excellent written and verbal communications skills to effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders and negotiate practical solutions.

· Ability to manage projects to tight deadlines including good organisational skills, attention to detail and time management skills.

· Full driving licence is essential.

· Willingness to travel throughout Ireland.

· Capable of working competently both alone and as part of the team when required.

· Excellent written and spoken English.

Benefits of Ecologist Role:

· Competitive salary.

· Mobile phone, laptop and vouched expenses.

· Professional membership fees covered (e.g. CIEEM) and ongoing professional development.

· Company PRSA scheme.

· Opportunities for career development within a growing organisation.

· Ongoing relevant training.

· Team Days.

Please apply with CV and cover letter to careers@veon.ie Closing date for applications 25 September 2026.

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Irish Manual Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: On the road