We are seeking a motivated and passionate Senior Ecologist to join our client, a successful and expanding environmental consultancy.
The successful individual will be required to work on development projects for the private sector, local and central government. Assisting the principal ecologist and management team with ecology desk studies, preliminary ecological appraisals, bat roost assessments, and detailed phase 2 habitat surveys and related ecological site works.
This position is split between survey and consultancy work; therefore, the successful individual must be able to complete both comfortably.
Our client is also open to speaking with people who would be happy to relocate to the area.
Working hours:
1. Monday to Friday
2. Full Time
3. Hybrid working
The successful Senior Ecologist will be offered:
4. Competitive basic salary
5. Annual bonuses
6. Expenses
7. Career progression
8. Enhanced pension scheme
9. Paid professional membership fees
10. Cycle to Work Scheme
11. Training and CPD - internal and external
12. Collaborative working environment
13. Regular team social events
Senior Ecologist requirements:
14. First or second-class degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent
15. Full membership of CIEEM
16. UK Driving license and access to own car
17. Detailed knowledge of UK species and habitat legislation
18. Ability to carry out both consultancy and survey works
19. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration
20. Desire to learn and grow
21. Ability to mentor junior members of the team
Key duties of the Senior Ecologist role will include, but will not be limited to:
22. Manage and take ownership of projects
23. Undertake EIA-level ecological reporting and assessment
24. Conduct detailed phase 2 habitat surveys - bats, reptiles, amphibians, dormouse, water voles, invertebrates, and birds
25. Prepare fee proposals for projects
26. Undertake risk assessments as necessary
27. Work closely with clients, providing expert advice, managing expectations, and ensuring their needs are met.
28. Mentor the junior team members, providing guidance and support, and ensuring quality and consistency in their work
29. Ensure all work complies with relevant environmental regulations and legislation