Graduate Ornithologist

Overview

MKO is Ireland’s largest Planning and Environmental consultancy. MKO’s team of 200+ experienced professionals work across the planning, environmental, ecology and related fields. We deliver challenging and complex projects for our clients and have an unrivalled track record of success. We add real value to our client’s projects through our multi-disciplinary expertise and a broad range of nationwide experience. Our success and growth rests on the knowledge, skills, ambition and integrity of our people.

We are forward-thinking, with a can-do attitude that nurtures people, ideas and opportunities to maximise potential. Through our work, we aim to leave a legacy we can all be proud of.

As a Graduate Ornithologist, you will join the largest, full-time professional Ornithology team on the island of Ireland. You will have the unique opportunity to conduct ornithological surveys across sectors including wind energy, transport, residential, and flood relief schemes. The data you collect and analyse will inform the design of projects and contribute towards impact assessments and constraint reports. At MKO, our vision is to expand our reach and impact to help solve the defining environmental and societal challenges of our time.

Your work will be central to achieving this vision. You will work alongside a team of experienced ornithologists and have the chance to work in a variety of habitats and encounter some emblematic and rare bird species such as hen harrier, merlin, white-tailed eagle and ring ouzels or Eurasian crane.

• Education: The Graduate Ornithologist role is open to final-year undergraduates, master’s students and those who have graduated in the last two years in Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Science or another relevant discipline, equipping you with the necessary field and s to undertake the role.
• Species knowledge: We are looking for grads with a keen interest and good knowledge of Irish bird ecology with strong to excellent bird identification skills and a desire to learn and develop professionally in the field of ornithology within a multidisciplinary consultancy.
• Core skills: Our Grad Careers are perfect for you if you have a collaborative and flexible approach with the ambition to excel and grow within a team environment.
• Field readiness: We are looking for grads with a love of the outdoors and the aptitude and capability for undertaking independent field work in remote locations.
• Technical skills: Ideally, candidates would have good IT, GIS and report writing skills with competency in managing digital datasets.
• Values: We look for graduates who demonstrate behaviours aligned with our values:
  Quality, Flexibility, Teamwork, Confidence, and Integrity.

Requirements: All candidates must hold a full manual driver’s licence.

• Note:
  
  a field test may be required as part of the interview process.

At MKO, your professional development is important, with ongoing opportunities for growth and development, and a chance to make a tangible impact on the environment.

Candidates interested in the available position should apply with an up-to-date curriculum vitae and cover letter.

We actively embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental elements of our workplace culture. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, recognising that a diverse team fosters innovation and a dynamic work environment. We promote a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths.

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