Company
Jobs for Humanity is collaborating with Kier to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. We support individuals coming from all walks of life. Company Name: Kier
Job Summary
Due to the rapid and exciting growth of our internal environmental consultancy services, we’re looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our team. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in delivering a diverse range of projects across the UK, spanning the road, rail, water, and property sectors. A full driving licence is essential for this role.
Location and Hours
Location: Penrith, Cumbria – travel to sites and offices required, with remote working available.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week – Some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us.
Compensation
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per year + £5.9k annual car allowance + private healthcare + benefits.
Special Note
We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.
Responsibilities
* Provide expert technical advice; lead the design and delivery of ecological surveys, mitigation strategies, and licences.
* Champion nature‑based solutions and drive innovation across the business, ensuring sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.
* Support the delivery of ecological consultancy services across sectors including road, rail, water, and property.
* Lead ecology services and implement appropriate mitigation and enhancements.
* Author and review technical ecological documents.
* Oversee the management of construction risks associated with ecology.
* Lead and contribute to client, stakeholder, and technical meetings, actively promoting environmental principles, best practice, and innovation.
Qualifications
* A degree in Ecology or equivalent experience.
* Full membership of CIEEM (or working towards), or equivalent.
* A UK protected species licence.
* Strong working knowledge and experience of UK Habitat survey, habitat condition assessments, Defra Biodiversity Metric, and Biodiversity Net Gain plans.
Benefits and Rewards
We’re proud to offer our people a wide variety of benefits that can be tailored to their needs.
Diversity and Inclusion
Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority. Our employees shape diversity and inclusion initiatives, and we ensure a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.
Application
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