Environmental Officer – Waterford

2 weeks ago

Lismore, Australia beBeeProject Full time €37,000 - €41,000
Job Opportunity

The Hen Harrier Programme Ltd is seeking a skilled and motivated Project Officer to join our team in Lismore, Co. Waterford.

Role Overview

As a Project Officer, you will play a key role in the delivery of a locally relevant agri-environment programme that addresses the many challenges for our environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assess habitats and participate in the quality control of habitat assessments submitted by farm advisors
  • Produce farm plans
  • Participate in the monitoring of key species/habitats and chemical physical parameters as required
  • Assist in the assessment of risks to biodiversity, archaeological heritage, and water quality
  • Assess fire, flooding, and nest predation risks at a local level
  • Assist in the selection and design of landscape actions
  • Participate in commonage assessments throughout the country
  • Assist the Remote Sensing officer with drone surveys
  • Develop engagement with local communities, NGOs and other local stakeholders
  • Provide support to staff, DAFM, NPWS and other stakeholders as directed
  • Screen proposed non-productive investments and landscape actions
  • Deliver training to farmers, advisors, and other stakeholders
Professional Development

Following initial training, Project Officers will undergo a detailed Continuous Professional Development Programme, including opportunities in:

  • Wildlife Monitoring
  • Nest Protection
  • Habitat remediation
  • Rewetting
  • Wildfire Resilience
  • Control of Invasive Species
  • Methods of Instruction
  • Mountain Safety
  • Small Boat Handling

You'll also gain experience with advanced Remote Sensing, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence technologies.

Career Progression

Opportunities to progress to Senior Project Officer or Team Lead level may be available for suitable candidates after a period of service.

Requirements
  • Level 8 degree in Agriculture, Botany, Ecology, Environmental Science, Hydrology, Zoology or similar
  • Full clean driving licence
  • Eligible to work in Ireland
  • 2 years of relevant experience
Desirable Qualifications
  • FAS Approval as a Farm Advisor
  • Approval as a Pesticide Advisor
  • Membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)
  • Experience in Bat/Bird Monitoring, Hydrology or Environmental Impact Assessment
  • GIS especially ArcGIS and QGIS
Working Conditions

This role will require regular travel within the region and occasional overnight stays away from home.

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