{"id":4071875,"url":"https://alion.io/job/origin-environmental-senior-ecologist-2","title":"Senior Ecologist","company":{"id":685955,"name":"Origin Environmental","domain":"origin-environmental.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/origin-environmental","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"BambooHR","truth_index":null},"role":"Science & Research","role_family":"Science & Research","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Dublin, Ireland"],"countries":["IE"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-29T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-29","last_verified_at":"2026-11-11T13:47:03Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":43,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":43},"description":"Senior Ecologist\nAt Origin Enterprises, we are dedicated to championing sustainable land use, and our Environmental teams support a diverse range of clients and projects-from land management and development to restoration and conservation.\nJoining us means becoming part of a collaborative, purpose driven community where this collective expertise enables us to deliver high quality, fully integrated solutions and contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes across the UK and Ireland.\nAbout Scott Cawley\nScott Cawley is one of Ireland’s longest-established dedicated ecological consultancies, recognised as a leader in our field. We specialise in delivering innovative, best-practice solutions that protect and restore biodiversity, and we’re proud to work on a wide range of development and nature-positive projects across sectors including transport, pharmaceutical, industrial, energy, utilities, technology, and residential.\nAs an Origin Enterprises Company, we believe in developing and retaining our own talent and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value the potential of every individual and are committed to helping you achieve yours. Our growing company offers excellent opportunities for career progression, with staff wellbeing, safety, and a healthy work-life balance at the heart of what we do. We support continuous professional development, offer a competitive benefits package, and operate a flexible hybrid working model that works for you and our business.\nAbout the role\nAre you solution-focused, a team player, and keen to take a lead in the delivery of the\nbiodiversity and nature-positive outcomes of nationally significant projects?\nWe’re looking for professional ecologists with a friendly, flexible approach and the ambition to grow and develop alongside our evolving business. You’ll be self-motivated, organised, and conscientious, with the ability to work on your own initiative as well as collaboratively within a team.\nConfidence in engaging with colleagues and clients in a professional and approachable manner is essential. You’ll also need a full driving licence, access to a car, and the flexibility to travel and work across Ireland, including occasional overnight stays.\nThe role will include:\nEcological Field Surveying & Analysis\nDesigning, undertaking and managing ecological survey on large scale and complex projects. Including travel to projects around the island of Ireland, sometimes in remote locations.\nCollecting, analysing and interpreting complex ecological data using our extensive and advanced ecological survey equipment, GIS and other tools.\nLeading technical report preparation (EcIA, AA, Biodiversity Plans), reviewing deliverables, addressing feedback, and providing expert ecological advice to clients and stakeholders.\nProject Management\nEfficiently manage complex projects by resolving budget, resource, and time issues; more experienced staff handle larger-scale initiatives.\nEffective communication with the team, clients, relevant stakeholders and the public to represent the business and deliver projects aligned with the company’s standards and reputation.\nAdditional Duties\nLine management of direct reports including resourcing, performance, and HR needs; provide technical guidance and mentorship to ecology staff.\nEngage in CPD, lead training, and provide support for technical research, standards, and tendering tasks.\nKey Requirements:\nA degree in ecology, natural science or a related biological discipline. A postgraduate degree is advantageous but not essential.\nMembership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) is desirable.\nA breadth and depth of experience in Ecological Field Surveying, data analysis and interpretation, and ecological impact assessment (including on large scale and complex projects).\nGood knowledge of relevant EU and Irish planning and environmental legislation and case law, and the planning process.\nExperience in leading and mentoring staff.\nProject, budget and time management experience.\nWhy work for us?\nWe offer a competitive and supportive rewards package designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally. This includes Life Assurance, access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and paid professional memberships such as CIEEM. We’re committed to continuous development, offering a blend of internal and external training opportunities to help you grow your skills and advance your career.\nAs part of our inclusive culture, you’ll have the opportunity to join our monthly Neurodiversity Café, take part in community action days, and benefit from our family friendly policies, including enhanced family leave options. 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