ERM is looking for a talented individual, with a proven track record of delivering marine fish and shellfish elements of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), to join our Marine Ecology team; part of our Nature and Biodiversity group, within our Capital Project Delivery service line.
Our Marine Ecology team offers high-quality services to clients across a range of sectors including offshore wind, marine aggregates, carbon capture storage, oil and gas decommissioning, wave and tidal energy, subsea cables, coastal/marine engineering and ports/harbours developments.
We are currently developing ERM’s Marine Centre of Excellence – a world‑leading hub of marine environmental and planning consultancy services for a wide range of clients across numerous seabed user sectors and marine projects, including offshore wind.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver reports to a high standard, including desk studies, scoping reports, Preliminary Environmental Information Reports (PEIRs), Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) chapters, and specialist advice to UK and overseas operators, governments and regulators.
* Provide input to any EIA and associated documentation with a focus on fish and shellfish ecology, but not limited to these areas.
* Support the writing of proposals and become involved in, and eventually lead, the management of projects.
* Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, ensuring all deliverables meet client expectations and regulatory requirements.
Essential Qualifications
* BSc or MSc in a relevant technical subject.
* Knowledge and experience across a variety of industries including oil and gas decommissioning, CCS, renewables (inc. hydrogen) and aggregates.
* A strong, robust scientific understanding and track record of fish and shellfish ecology and the associated impact assessments.
* Good knowledge of the UK's marine biodiversity, including awareness of the EUNIS marine habitat classification system.
* Knowledge of environmental survey design and the types of data available from marine biological surveys of the seabed in coastal or offshore environments, including remote sensing and ground truthing survey techniques, and the limitations associated with these data.
* Extensive experience in the use of standard MS Office software.
* Awareness of relevant European and domestic legislation concerning nature conservation and assessment of potential environmental effects in the marine environment, including the Marine and Coastal Access Act, Habitats Regulations and EIA Regulations.
* An enthusiastic attitude and willingness to learn, as part of a team and under own supervision.
Desirable Qualifications
* 5+ years professional experience in marine consultancy or a technical marine field.
* Comfortable with use of AI for research and workflow management.
* Experience of project management, including knowledge of completing tasks to agreed budgets and timeframes.
* Experience of GIS packages (preferably ESRI ArcGIS or QGIS) to manipulate, interrogate and interpret spatial datasets, and integrate different types of data from multiple sources.
* Experience of public speaking.
* Specialist knowledge of a specific marine sector and associated potential impacts on the marine environment.
* Understanding of Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRAs) and Marine Conservation Zone Risk Assessments (MCZs).
* Field work experience in sampling, data collection and collation for offshore and nearshore environmental surveys.
Benefits
* Flexible working to suit your life, including cross‑border remote working.
* 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
* 6% employer pension contribution.
* Twice annual promotion opportunities and annual salary review.
* Performance‑related bonus.
* Private medical insurance, life assurance and income protection.
* EV car salary sacrifice scheme and Cycle2Work scheme.
* Travel season ticket loan.
* Volunteering and Give As You Earn opportunities.
* Employee assistance programme and premium account for Calm.
* Discounts on gym membership and gift cards for a wide variety of retailers and restaurants.
* A safety‑first, diverse and inclusive culture that embraces, values and celebrates difference.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to thrive. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you. Our commitment doesn’t stop at hiring. Once you join us, we’ll ensure you have the tools, support and adjustments needed to succeed and feel a true sense of belonging.
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