Title: Senior Ornithologist Location: Flexible – anywhere in Ireland, Northern Ireland, or Scotland Salary: €60,000 – €80,000 (DOE, flexible) Type: Full-time, Permanent Travel: Occasional travel to Dublin (1–2 times per month) About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Ornithologist to join our client's expanding ecology and environmental assessment team. This is a senior, predominantly desk-based position focused on project management, survey coordination, and client engagement across a wide range of renewable energy and infrastructure projects throughout Ireland and the UK. You will lead and mentor a team of ornithologists and ecologists, oversee survey design and data quality, manage Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) deliverables, and act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate ornithological survey programmes across Ireland and the UK. Manage all stages of ornithological input to EIAs and HRA (from scoping through to completion). Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, accuracy, and adherence to timelines and budgets. Line-manage and mentor junior and mid-level ornithologists, fostering technical excellence and professional growth. Liaise directly with clients, regulators, and stakeholders, providing expert advice and maintaining strong relationships. Contribute to business development activities, including proposal preparation, client presentations, and strategic initiatives. Support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the ecology team. Requirements: Minimum 5 to 15 years' experience in ornithology, ideally within an environmental consultancy. Proven experience managing and coordinating EIA projects through all phases. Proven working experience under the Irish and/or British planning and environmental regulations/legislations. Strong background in ornithological survey design, data interpretation, and reporting. Excellent project management, budgeting, and resourcing skills. Demonstrated client-facing and stakeholder engagement experience. Full driving licence and flexibility to travel as required. Experience in renewable energy projects (wind, solar, grid, etc.) is an advantage. Eligibility to work in Ireland or the UK. What's on Offer: Competitive salary (€60,000 - €80,000 DOE) 23 annual leave days plus 2 company days Life assurance Health insurance Pension (4% employer contribution) Covered professional memberships Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Bike to Work scheme Comprehensive training and career development opportunities Opportunities to lead high-profile renewable energy and infrastructure projects A collaborative, supportive, and growing consultancy team If interested, apply now through GreenJobs or send your CV directly to isadora@gaiatalent.com