The Vacancy
ADAS, part of RSK Group, is seeking Principal Ecologists to join our Midlands team based in Wolverhampton on a full time, permanent basis to join their growing UK ecology team.
This role will work together with our Associate Director to ensure high-quality service is delivered to our clients in the Midlands areas.
As a Principal Ecologist at ADAS you can expect to get involved with management and delivery of all elements of protected species / field surveys, assessment, tender and report writing and project management. If you want to work as part of a friendly, flexible and committed team and you can bring us your individual talent and a pro‑active, can‑do attitude then apply today and let’s get started!
As a Principal level Ecological Consultant, you’ll be responsible for :
* Working together with our Associate Director and our ecologist to ensure high-quality service is delivered to our clients
* Strengthening the team of ecologists in the Midlands with training, development, support and advice.
* Advising and helping coordinate all aspects of ecology relating to the project.
* Managing projects from inception to finalisation
* Talking to our clients and providing solid technical advice.
* Write technical reports including but not limited to, Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, Mitigation Strategies and Biodiversity Management Plans, Habitat Regulations Assessments Screening reports and protected species reports.
* Technical review and approval of reports.
* Contributing to the wider ADAS Environment teams, particularly to support and develop best practice in consultancy.
* Developing your own knowledge, skills and competencies through training opportunities and conferences offered to ADAS Environment ecologists.
* Fostering client relationships through successful delivery of tenders and projects.
You must have
* Graduate or 1st Degree level discipline or vocation qualification.
* Associate Level CIEEM membership or above.
* In-depth knowledge of ecology, legislation, and survey techniques, preferable with large projects.
* Excellent written communication skills and be able to produce accurate technical reports.
* A proactive attitude to managing your own time, finding solutions and ensuring that work is delivered on time and to the required standards.
* A full driving license, access to your own vehicle and be commutable to our office.
We’d be keen to know if you have (these are desirable, but not required) :
* One protected species license (Great Crested Newt, Hazel Dormouse or bats etc.).
* Experience of bat data analysis.
* A CSCS card
* Personal Track Safety (PTS) Qualified
* Knowledge and experience of District Licensing for Great Crested Newts or been a holder of or named ecologist on mitigation licenses.
Salary and Benefits
* Competitive salary, depending on skills, experience.
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* Company Paid Life Assurance
* A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays,health cash planand discounted gym membership.
* Regular training and career development
* Access to mental health support and professional financial advice
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
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