Ecologist/Senior Ecologist (Terrestrial) Salary Range (£27,295 - £42,745) aligned to experience Affric Limited is a successful and ambitious business based near Inverness in the Highlands. We provide independent professional Environmental Consultancy services to a range of business sectors from renewables to distilleries, ports and harbours. Our close-knit team provides ecological and environmental support throughout the project life cycle from concept to construction, operations and decommissioning. Affric has a small, focused team which provides a friendly supportive working environment. The Role You will play an integral role as part of our team, providing specialist ecological input to deliver consenting support to a range of projects from initial feasibility through planning, procurement, construction, operation and in some instances, to decommissioning. We are looking for an ecologist with a good knowledge of Scottish terrestrial ecology, current environmental legislation and policies, and ecological guidance. You will have experience undertaking habitat surveys and, ideally, carrying out baseline condition assessments for biodiversity enhancement. You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of a range of consenting requirements, including: • Production of supporting documents for a range of planning and consenting needs; • Designing ecological surveys; • Carrying out ecological surveys (aligned to candidate's specialism); • Proposing ecological and environmental mitigation; • Contributing to Habitat Regulations Assessment pre-screening reports; • Contributing to Environmental Impact Assessment chapters; and • Providing onsite support. The successful candidate will be based in the Affric Office near Inverness or at our office in Stirling. You may be expected to travel to meet clients' needs; this may include working away for a few days or more at a time. Essential Attributes The successful candidate will have relevant work experience, a can-do attitude, a practical mindset, be able to fit in with the team and be able to work on their own initiative. They will also: • Have a degree (or equivalent) in an ecological or related subject; • Have experience of completing extended phase 1 habitat or UKHab surveys; • Possess a good working knowledge and understanding of Scottish wildlife legislation; • Have strong report writing and communication skills; and • Hold a full, clean, UK manual driving license. Desirable attributes • Experience of undertaking an Environmental/Ecological Clerk of Works role; • Additional field survey skills, such as protected species surveying; • Experience of completing Preliminary Ecological Appraisals; and • Membership (or working towards membership) of an appropriate professional body, e.g., CIEEM. Benefits of Working for Affric Limited We are a close-knit, friendly and supportive team, often engaging in team socials and events. We have a supportive office atmosphere. We are keen to support personal development and progression and regularly carry out internal training sessions, as well as providing opportunities for external training. We offer 25 days annual leave plus 9 public holidays along with a pension scheme and a health care scheme for all employees. We will support your applications to professional membership and cover annual subscription fees. Affric promote a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible working options to support voluntary and/or family commitments. The starting position (Ecologist/Senior Ecologist) and salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate's previous experience. We believe in a healthy work-life balance and are proud to offer flexible working options to support your family and personal commitments. Your professional development is important to us; we support this through regular internal and external training opportunities. Our benefits package includes: • 25 days annual leave plus 9 public holidays; • Company pension and health care schemes; • Paid subscription fees for professional memberships; and • Regular team socials and events. The starting position and salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate's experience. Application If you are interested in this career opportunity with Affric, please send a CV, cover letter, your key skills and salary expectations to: Email: info@affriclimited.co.uk