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Senior Environmental Consultant – Circular Economy & Waste Management
Posted on Feb. 2, 2026
- Dublin, Ireland
- 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
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Are you passionate about driving sustainability and environmental excellence? Join us in a role where your expertise will shape the future of environmental compliance and circular economy practices across diverse sectors.
What will you do?
In this role, you will lead and deliver high-impact consultancy services in environmental compliance, sustainability, and circular economy practices across construction, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. The role supports clients in achieving regulatory compliance, embedding circularity, and advancing environmental performance through strategic planning, technical expertise, and project delivery.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Prepare and manage EPA licence applications, Waste Facility and Collection Permit applications.
Compile and submit Annual Environmental Reports (AERs) and Waste Data Returns.
Conduct Environmental Liability Risk Assessments (ELRAs) and develop Decommissioning Management Plans.
Design and implement Resource and Waste Management Plans (RWMPs), Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), and Operational Waste Management Plans (OWMPs).
Develop and deliver zero waste strategies aligned with ISO standards and client sustainability goals.
Embed circularity into construction and operational phases of projects.
Conduct site audits and permit/licence compliance reviews.
Lead environmental due diligence for acquisitions and legacy waste sites.
Project manage multidisciplinary teams and site-based projects.
Coordinate feasibility studies, waste classification and characterisation, and planning compliance reporting.
Provide technical leadership on strategic housing, energy, and infrastructure developments.
Please note: This role requires travel to client sites across Ireland. Flexibility and willingness to travel is essential.
What We Offer
- Lifestyle benefits (25 days of annual leave+ bank holidays, sabbatical leave, flexible working options).
- Wellbeing benefits (including Health Insurance, Annual Health Assessment, Health and Fitness Club membership allowance).
- Pension Scheme.
- Life Assurance and Group Income Protection benefits
- Travel benefits (including Annual Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme).
- Company contribution towards; eye tests and glasses (for computer/laptop users), and Flu Vaccinations.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): providing free and confidential support for issues including work, family, relationships, money and health.
- Recognition of Significant Anniversaries
DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.
About you
We are looking for a collaborative and driven professional who is passionate about making a meaningful impact in environmental sustainability.
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
- A relevant third-level degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Extensive experience in environmental consultancy, waste industry, and local government.
Strong understanding of Irish and EU environmental legislation and policy.
Skilled in data analysis, regulatory compliance , and environmental performance tracking.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and client-facing communication skills.
- Proficiency in English, both written and verbal.
Valid driving license.
Desirable/ Advantageous Qualifications:
- Postgraduate qualification (e.g., MSc, Diploma) in Environmental Management, Circular Economy, or Health & Safety
- Professional certifications or training in ISO systems, environmental auditing, or waste management
- Valid Safe Pass or equivalent health and safety training
Membership with the Chartered Institute of Waste Managers (CIWM) or similar
Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.
About Energy Systems
We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.
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