Job Description
Our client the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are currently accepting applications for the position of Inspector/Scientific Officer II (Level 4) General.Overview of the Role:The successful candidates will fulfil the role of Inspector/Scientific Officer II (Level 4) General.The EPA will form a panel from this recruitment campaign from which future Inspector/Scientific Officer II (Level 4) vacancies may be filled.Immediate vacancies will be filled in EPA Headquarters Wexford. The assignments and area of work may subsequently change in accordance with organisational requirements.The successful candidates may be assigned to the implementation of any of the EPA's statutory functions, such as: licensing, enforcement, scientific evaluation/assessment, data assessment, data reporting, provision of knowledge and advocacy.The key responsibilities of an Inspector/Scientific Officer relate to a wide range of matters and may involve desk work, site activities and direct dealings with licensees and the public.Reporting Arrangements: The appointee will be assigned a technical role reporting to the Programme Manager or other designated officer and will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team.Depending on the role, key responsibilities may include:Monitoring, inspecting and auditing EPA regulated facilities;Assessing, analysing and reporting on environmental data including preparing national reports on environmental quality and sectoral trends;Carrying out Environmental Impact Assessments and appropriate assessments;Assessing and processing authorisation applications for Industrial, Waste, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), Dumping at Sea, Urban Wastewater, Combustion Plant and Green House Gases (GHG), end-of-waste, by-product notifications, EU-Emissions Trading Scheme, historical landfills or equivalent;Responsibilities could also be in areas such as: market surveillance, chemical regulation, environmental monitoring and assessment;Development and delivery of technical guidance and/or training relating to stakeholders;Enforcing licence conditions and/or regulations in sectors such as industry, waste, waste water, drinking water and radiological protection including participating in legal proceedings;Collaborating with other regulators, non-government organisations, advocacy groups and the public, at national and European level.General duties may include:Managing staff and fostering EPA values in teams;Supervising, motivating and developing staff through a performance management and development system (PMDS);Managing other resources, including contract tendering/procurement and contract management;Contributing to development and delivery of office work programmes; including budget preparation, management and control;Preparing and presentation of high-quality reports and information for Internal and external stakeholders;Engagement with external and internal stakeholders on relevant matters;Adhering to Health and Safety Protocols;Engaging in relevant EPA cross-office activities.Essential Requirements:Candidates must have on or before 4pm on Wednesday 16th October 2024:An appropriate degree (NFQ Level 8) in Science or Engineering or a relevant post graduate qualification (NFQ Level 9).A minimum of two years’ relevant work experience, preferably in a regulatory environment/role, including one or more of the following:Demonstrated experience in the critical review and assessment of complex environmental technical reports and applications;Experience conducting environmental audits and inspections and/or enforcing licence conditions/regulations;Demonstrated experience of interpretation and implementation of relevant Irish & EU Environmental Legislation;Demonstrated experience in preparing technical reports, papers, guidance, data and or regulatory assessments.3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical and/or environmental information in a clear and concise manner to a range of audiences.4. Proven track record delivering as part of a high-performance team and sharing technical knowledge and expertise.5. Applicants must hold and maintain a current full driving licence valid for driving in Ireland.Desirable Requirements:1. Demonstrated track record of professional development.Required Competencies:Team Player and LeadershipCustomer and Stakeholder FocusInterpersonal and Communication SkillsManagement and Delivery of ResultsAnalysis and Decision MakingSpecialist Knowledge/Expertise and Self-developmentHow to apply:Application Forms and Candidate Information Booklets are available from the careers section on the EPA website https://www.epa.ie/Please note that cover letters and CVs are not required and should not be submitted. Only applications submitted by email on the official EPA application form for this competition will be accepted. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date and late applications will be ineligible for consideration. Therefore, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have allowed adequate transmission time for receipt of your application. Applicants must ensure they retain a copy of the email submitted to including the date and time in case of any queries.Canvassing is prohibited.Application forms must be completed and sent to epa@cpl.ie.Important Note: Closing Date for Applications is 4.00pm on Wednesday 16th October 2024: #J-18808-Ljbffr