About Fingleton White Fingleton White provides multidiscipline engineering services for the energy industry, delivering design, construction and commissioning services across Renewables, Gas Networks, Water, Energy & Utilities, and Asset Management. With 8 offices and over 200 staff across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and England, the company plans and develops significant energy projects.
Founded on a first‑principles approach, Fingleton White prioritises correct engineering fundamentals and sustainability. Since its first hydroelectric project, the firm has delivered COemissions savings of well over 2 million tonnes, focusing on carbon‑footprint reduction, biodiversity initiatives, energy‑efficiency programmes and sustainability targets.
Graduate Planner – REF: 2543 The Graduate Planner will work with Fingleton White’s project delivery teams across all areas of our business. The role provides parallel training and guidance with legislative compliance, while supporting project work.
Responsibilities Co‑ordination with project teams to determine legislative requirements for new projects such as requirements for Planning, Fire Safety Certificate, Disability Access Certificate, consents, BCAR, etc.
Environmental screening and co‑ordination of further inputs such as engineers’ reports and 3‑party assessments.
Stakeholder Management
Obtaining consents
Planning process including pre‑planning, application, response to RFIs and addressing any objections or appeals.
Management of FW processes, templates, and training within the area of legislative compliance.
Requirements A relevant qualification in Planning, Development and Environment &/or commensurate industry experience with an alternative qualification.
Other relevant qualifications pertaining to our company’s field of work would also be considered.
0–2 years’ experience in a similar role.
Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Fluent written and spoken English is essential.
Full clean driving licence.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team.
What We Offer An attractive remuneration package.
Bonus scheme.
Career progression in line with published plan and educational support.
Year‑on‑year salary reviews.
Paid paternity & maternity leave.
Continuous Professional Development & pathway to chartership.
Life assurance.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Hybrid working (remote and office) & flexible working policy.
Group pension scheme with employer contribution.
Professional certifications, pathways to become a Chartered Engineer.
Team wellness programmes.
Participation in ESG activities such as sustainability initiatives, biodiversity committee, STEPS to Engineering, Women in Engineering initiative.
Team social outings.
How to Apply Please provide us with a CV which includes all relevant information including education details. A cover letter should also be included as part of your application detailing why the role and location are of interest to you.
Location Galway office (also consider Portlaoise).
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industries Architecture and Planning, Oil and Gas, and Utilities
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