VGC Group are delighted to be recruiting for an Ecologist on behalf of our client based in Suffolk.
This role is offered on a full time, contract basis with an end date of 31st March 2026.
The Ecologist will support the Environmental Sustainability Manager and wider Environmental Team in the coordination and delivery of ecological mitigation, legislative compliance, and ecological protection during construction activities on the project.
The Ecologist will also contribute to toolbox talks, site briefings, and regular ECoW training and support sessions. They will be responsible for maintaining high ecological standards across the site and for supporting the ongoing improvement of ecological performance and assurance
Role duties
-Lead on the delivery of ecological requirements as set out in project documentation, licences, and statutory approvals.
-Support the development and implementation of ecological method statements and management plans.
-Maintain and support updates to the environmental management system in response to changes in ecological standards, client requirements, or legislation, liaising with the senior team lead as required.
-Lead or support investigations into ecological incidents or non-conformances, and report findings with recommended corrective actions.
-Provide on-site ecological advice to operations and design teams, including mitigation for protected species, vegetation clearance, and pollution control.
-Deliver ecological toolbox talks, briefings, and site-based coaching to operatives, supervisors, and management.
Person specification
Essential
-Educated to degree or Masters level in Ecology or related subject
-Proven experience in a Civils/Utilities/Major Construction industry in an ecological role specifically a NSIP.
-A minimum of 2 years' experience working as an ECoW which includes practical experience and knowledge of environmental and wildlife legislation, ecology mitigation, environmental licences and consent applications and regulators.
-Excellent knowledge of survey techniques employed for protected species.
-Membership of one of the following professional institutions
-Institute of Ecology and Environmental Managers (Full or associate).
- Institute of Ecology and Environmental Managers - Accredited ECoW
-Association of Environmental Clerk of Works (Full member).
-Full UK driver's licence and flexibility to travel.
-MS Office - Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point to a high standard.
-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to operate in a range of environments.
-Able to demonstrate the ability to positively influence environment and sustainability within projects.
-Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Desirable
-Holds a protected species licence or have experience working with protected species e.g. Agent under licence.
-Masters degree in relevant field.
A full job description can be provided upon request.
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