Environmental Officer
JOB_53363521122206Job type
PermanentLocation
MayoWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Civil & Structural EngineeringIndustry
ConstructionPay
36000-42000
Environmental Officer opportunity in Mayo
Your new company
A long-established construction materials and civil engineering firm based in the west of Ireland has built a strong reputation over several decades. Known for its wide-ranging services—including concrete production, quarrying, and infrastructure contracting—the company supports both public and private sector projects across the region. With a sizeable workforce and a focus on quality and reliability, it plays a key role in local development and environmental solutions.
Your new role
- Field Work - Noise Monitoring, water sampling, dust collection.
- Ensure compliance with all planning permission requirements.
- Continuous monitoring of planning permission expiry dates.
- Carry out audits and assessments on quarries.
- Complete and implement company policies and procedures.
- Developing and implementing environmental management systems.
- Liaising with local authorities/ regulatory bodies/ residents.
- Working with consultants on planning projects.
- Strong knowledge of Planning & environmental laws and regulations.
- Ability to problem solve and implement environmental measures to suit particular quarry issues.
- Complete Article 27 forms - Soil & Stone and road planning.
- Complete Waste Return Forms and Annual Returns for the NWCPO.
- Sign off invoices and allocate to correct quarry.
- Perform monthly checks on waste ticket invoices to ensure Dispatch are completing them correctly.
- Complete environmental reports as required.
- Monitor company waste/arrange disposal.
- Provide support and guidance to the Quarry Managers on such matters.
- Provide input to the tendering process for potential work.
- Must be flexible regarding start and finish times.
What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate will hold a third-level qualification in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field, with 2–3 years of experience in an environmental or engineering role. Strong knowledge of environmental compliance, engineering principles, and regulatory processes is essential. The role requires excellent interpersonal and IT skills, particularly in data management and Microsoft Excel, along with a clean driver’s license. A collaborative mindset and a focus on quality are key, with the ability to work both independently and within a larger operational team.
What you'll get in return
This role offers competitive pay, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for career progression. Employees benefit from good working conditions, appropriate supports, and the chance to contribute to impactful infrastructure and environmental projects across the region.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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Talk to Jennifer Reidy, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Hays Recruitment, Galway, 3a Commerce House, Flood Street, Telephone: 091416921