Rosemarie Lawlor

The Chief Hydrometeorologist is the head of the Flood Forecasting Centre (FFC) in Met Éireann and a member of Met Éireann’s senior management team. The primary responsibility is to further develop Met Éireann’s FFC, managing its operations (which include 24/7 cover as necessary) and leading further flood forecasting developments, including coastal flood forecasting capability. This Division plays a critical role in emergency management liaising directly with local authorities, NDFEM and GTF during extreme weather events. The role encompasses overall scientific and technical leadership for the Centre and for hydrometeorology within Met Éireann. It involves promoting the practice of hydrometeorology in Ireland, leading, advancing, and managing a team in an operational environment. Collaborating effectively with national and international hydrometeorological, hydrological, and meteorological experts and representatives is also a fundamental aspect of this role.