Senior Ecologist About Network rail At Network Rail, we re part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network. Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We re an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us, and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more! The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing. About our people and the recruitment process - We re an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! As a Network Rail employee, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits! • Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members. • A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train. • GWR ticket alliance Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 5 friends and family to use across the GWR network (20 passes per year) • Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site. • A range of Pension schemes to choose from • Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, flexible working, flexible leave, and enhanced family friendly support. • 5 days paid volunteering leave. • 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community. • In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours. To find out more about the benefits at Network Rail, click here. We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone. For more information about Network Rail click here Brief Description (Internal & External) You will provide ecological expertise to Delivery Unit, including support and guidance to enable the environment management system to be integrated into the route teams to deliver legislative compliance. The role will include initial PEA surveys, phase 2 surveys, prioritisation of survey, ECOW, management of ecology contractors and giving advice and guidance to delivery teams within maintenance. The normal working week is 35 hours and likely to be focussed on days, however there will be an occasional requirement to work nights or weekends. About the role (External) Your Main Responsibilities will be to: • Undertake and complete a range of Ecological field surveys, including protected species surveys and extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys. • Collate, write up and review survey results and mapping target notes and review to identify appropriate recommendations. • Manage the implementation and embedding of recommendations to deliver continuous improvement. • Undertake and complete environmental impact assessments. • Lead the development of appropriate mitigation strategies, utilising results of surveys and liaising with Environmental Specialist s and the Arboriculture team. • Analyse and interpret data, using specialist software programs. Produce periodic and ad hoc reports to a high technical standard within prescribed timescales. • Provide specialist ecological advice and guidance to site managers, engineers, planners, and others associated with the undertaking and completion of surveys and / or assessments. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including statutory bodies, local authorities, and members of the public. • Assist in the production of environmental appraisal reports. • Carry out research as required. You will ideally have • Comprehensive field experience • A relevant higher degree in Ecology, Zoology, Biological Sciences, or other relevant Environmental Sciences • Good understanding of UK and European wildlife legislation and best practice guidance experience • Be able to identify baseline Ecological constraints during site visits • Have significant experience of standard survey protocols and methodologies • Ability to complete rare species surveys • Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skills • Task orientated team player • Strong report writing skills What could set you apart • Knowledge of operational railway environment • Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard • Full/associate/graduate membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) (depending on experience) • Experience attending client meetings and working with multi-disciplinary teams • Competent with Microsoft Office • Full UK driving licence Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety within your application. (External How to Apply) Salary: £46,701 - £52,538 per annum 35 hours a week. There will be a requirement for some night-time and weekend working and office/site and home split is acceptable. Closing date: 8th May 2024. Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted. Click apply now to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Click here for more information. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We re constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we re working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusion(at)networkrail.co.uk or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion (). For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak s Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you re unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please include within your application All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5-year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Senior Ecologist About Network rail At Network Rail, we re part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network. Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We re an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us, and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more! The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing. About our people and the recruitment process - We re an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! As a Network Rail employee, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits! • Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members. • A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train. • GWR ticket alliance Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 5 friends and family to use across the GWR network (20 passes per year) • Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site. • A range of Pension schemes to choose from • Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, flexible working, flexible leave, and enhanced family friendly support. • 5 days paid volunteering leave. • 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community. • In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours. To find out more about the benefits at Network Rail, click here. We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone. For more information about Network Rail click here Brief Description (Internal & External) You will provide ecological expertise to Delivery Unit, including support and guidance to enable the environment management system to be integrated into the route teams to deliver legislative compliance. The role will include initial PEA surveys, phase 2 surveys, prioritisation of survey, ECOW, management of ecology contractors and giving advice and guidance to delivery teams within maintenance. The normal working week is 35 hours and likely to be focussed on days, however there will be an occasional requirement to work nights or weekends. About the role (External) Your Main Responsibilities will be to: • Undertake and complete a range of Ecological field surveys, including protected species surveys and extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys. • Collate, write up and review survey results and mapping target notes and review to identify appropriate recommendations. • Manage the implementation and embedding of recommendations to deliver continuous improvement. • Undertake and complete environmental impact assessments. • Lead the development of appropriate mitigation strategies, utilising results of surveys and liaising with Environmental Specialist s and the Arboriculture team. • Analyse and interpret data, using specialist software programs. Produce periodic and ad hoc reports to a high technical standard within prescribed timescales. • Provide specialist ecological advice and guidance to site managers, engineers, planners, and others associated with the undertaking and completion of surveys and / or assessments. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including statutory bodies, local authorities, and members of the public. • Assist in the production of environmental appraisal reports. • Carry out research as required. You will ideally have • Comprehensive field experience • A relevant higher degree in Ecology, Zoology, Biological Sciences, or other relevant Environmental Sciences • Good understanding of UK and European wildlife legislation and best practice guidance experience • Be able to identify baseline Ecological constraints during site visits • Have significant experience of standard survey protocols and methodologies • Ability to complete rare species surveys • Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skills • Task orientated team player • Strong report writing skills What could set you apart • Knowledge of operational railway environment • Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard • Full/associate/graduate membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) (depending on experience) • Experience attending client meetings and working with multi-disciplinary teams • Competent with Microsoft Office • Full UK driving licence Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety within your application. (External How to Apply) Salary: £46,701 - £52,538 per annum 35 hours a week. There will be a requirement for some night-time and weekend working and office/site and home split is acceptable. Closing date: 8th May 2024. Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted. Click apply now to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Click here for more information. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We re constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we re working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusion(at)networkrail.co.uk or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion (). For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak s Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you re unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please include within your application All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5-year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Ecologist About Network rail At Network Rail, we re part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network. Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We re an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us, and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more! The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing. About our people and the recruitment process - We re an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! As a Network Rail employee, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits! • Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members. • A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train. • GWR ticket alliance Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 5 friends and family to use across the GWR network (20 passes per year) • Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site. • A range of Pension schemes to choose from • Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, flexible working, flexible leave, and enhanced family friendly support. • 5 days paid volunteering leave. • 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community. • In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours. To find out more about the benefits at Network Rail, click here. We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone. For more information about Network Rail click here Brief Description (Internal & External) You will provide ecological expertise to Delivery Unit, including support and guidance to enable the environment management system to be integrated into the route teams to deliver legislative compliance. The role will include initial PEA surveys, phase 2 surveys, prioritisation of survey, ECOW, management of ecology contractors and giving advice and guidance to delivery teams within maintenance. The normal working week is 35 hours and likely to be focussed on days, however there will be an occasional requirement to work nights or weekends. About the role (External) Your Main Responsibilities will be to: • Undertake and complete a range of Ecological field surveys, including protected species surveys and extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys. • Collate, write up and review survey results and mapping target notes and review to identify appropriate recommendations. • Manage the implementation and embedding of recommendations to deliver continuous improvement. • Undertake and complete environmental impact assessments. • Lead the development of appropriate mitigation strategies, utilising results of surveys and liaising with Environmental Specialist s and the Arboriculture team. • Analyse and interpret data, using specialist software programs. Produce periodic and ad hoc reports to a high technical standard within prescribed timescales. • Provide specialist ecological advice and guidance to site managers, engineers, planners, and others associated with the undertaking and completion of surveys and / or assessments. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including statutory bodies, local authorities, and members of the public. • Assist in the production of environmental appraisal reports. • Carry out research as required. You will ideally have • Comprehensive field experience • A relevant higher degree in Ecology, Zoology, Biological Sciences, or other relevant Environmental Sciences • Good understanding of UK and European wildlife legislation and best practice guidance experience • Be able to identify baseline Ecological constraints during site visits • Have significant experience of standard survey protocols and methodologies • Ability to complete rare species surveys • Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skills • Task orientated team player • Strong report writing skills What could set you apart • Knowledge of operational railway environment • Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard • Full/associate/graduate membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) (depending on experience) • Experience attending client meetings and working with multi-disciplinary teams • Competent with Microsoft Office • Full UK driving licence Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety within your application. (External How to Apply) Salary: £43,588 - £49,037 per annum. 35 hours a week. There will be a requirement for some night-time and weekend working and office/site and home split is acceptable. Closing date: 8th May 2024. Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted. Click apply now to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Click here for more information. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We re constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we re working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusion(at)networkrail.co.uk or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion (). For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak s Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you re unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please include within your application All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5-year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Ecologist About Network rail At Network Rail, we re part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network. Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We re an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us, and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more! The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing. About our people and the recruitment process - We re an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! As a Network Rail employee, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits! • Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members. • A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train. • GWR ticket alliance Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 5 friends and family to use across the GWR network (20 passes per year) • Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site. • A range of Pension schemes to choose from • Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, flexible working, flexible leave, and enhanced family friendly support. • 5 days paid volunteering leave. • 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community. • In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours. To find out more about the benefits at Network Rail, click here. We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone. For more information about Network Rail click here Brief Description (Internal & External) You will provide ecological expertise to Delivery Unit, including support and guidance to enable the environment management system to be integrated into the route teams to deliver legislative compliance. The role will include initial PEA surveys, phase 2 surveys, prioritisation of survey, ECOW, management of ecology contractors and giving advice and guidance to delivery teams within maintenance. The normal working week is 35 hours and likely to be focussed on days, however there will be an occasional requirement to work nights or weekends. About the role (External) Your Main Responsibilities will be to: • Undertake and complete a range of Ecological field surveys, including protected species surveys and extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys. • Collate, write up and review survey results and mapping target notes and review to identify appropriate recommendations. • Manage the implementation and embedding of recommendations to deliver continuous improvement. • Undertake and complete environmental impact assessments. • Lead the development of appropriate mitigation strategies, utilising results of surveys and liaising with Environmental Specialist s and the Arboriculture team. • Analyse and interpret data, using specialist software programs. Produce periodic and ad hoc reports to a high technical standard within prescribed timescales. • Provide specialist ecological advice and guidance to site managers, engineers, planners, and others associated with the undertaking and completion of surveys and / or assessments. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including statutory bodies, local authorities, and members of the public. • Assist in the production of environmental appraisal reports. • Carry out research as required. You will ideally have • Comprehensive field experience • A relevant higher degree in Ecology, Zoology, Biological Sciences, or other relevant Environmental Sciences • Good understanding of UK and European wildlife legislation and best practice guidance experience • Be able to identify baseline Ecological constraints during site visits • Have significant experience of standard survey protocols and methodologies • Ability to complete rare species surveys • Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skills • Task orientated team player • Strong report writing skills What could set you apart • Knowledge of operational railway environment • Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard • Full/associate/graduate membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) (depending on experience) • Experience attending client meetings and working with multi-disciplinary teams • Competent with Microsoft Office • Full UK driving licence Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety within your application. (External How to Apply) Salary: £43,588 - £49,037 per annum. 35 hours a week. There will be a requirement for some night-time and weekend working and office/site and home split is acceptable. Closing date: 8th May 2024. Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted. Click apply now to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Click here for more information. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We re constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we re working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusion(at)networkrail.co.uk or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion (). For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak s Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you re unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please include within your application All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5-year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Senior Ecologist About Network rail At Network Rail, we're part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network. Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us, and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more! The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing. About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! As a Network Rail employee, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits! • Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members. • A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train. • GWR ticket alliance - Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 5 friends and family to use across the GWR network (20 passes per year) • Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site. • A range of Pension schemes to choose from • Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, flexible working, flexible leave, and enhanced family friendly support. • 5 days paid volunteering leave. • 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community. • In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours. To find out more about the benefits at Network Rail, click here. We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone. For more information about Network Rail click here Brief Description (Internal & External) You will provide ecological expertise to Delivery Unit, including support and guidance to enable the environment management system to be integrated into the route teams to deliver legislative compliance. The role will include initial PEA surveys, phase 2 surveys, prioritisation of survey, ECOW, management of ecology contractors and giving advice and guidance to delivery teams within maintenance. The normal working week is 35 hours and likely to be focussed on days, however there will be an occasional requirement to work nights or weekends. About the role (External) Your Main Responsibilities will be to: • Undertake and complete a range of Ecological field surveys, including protected species surveys and extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys. • Collate, write up and review survey results and mapping target notes and review to identify appropriate recommendations. • Manage the implementation and embedding of recommendations to deliver continuous improvement. • Undertake and complete environmental impact assessments. • Lead the development of appropriate mitigation strategies, utilising results of surveys and liaising with Environmental Specialist's and the Arboriculture team. • Analyse and interpret data, using specialist software programs. Produce periodic and ad hoc reports to a high technical standard within prescribed timescales. • Provide specialist ecological advice and guidance to site managers, engineers, planners, and others associated with the undertaking and completion of surveys and / or assessments. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including statutory bodies, local authorities, and members of the public. • Assist in the production of environmental appraisal reports. • Carry out research as required. You will ideally have • Comprehensive field experience • A relevant higher degree in Ecology, Zoology, Biological Sciences, or other relevant Environmental Sciences • Good understanding of UK and European wildlife legislation and best practice guidance experience • Be able to identify baseline Ecological constraints during site visits • Have significant experience of standard survey protocols and methodologies • Ability to complete rare species surveys • Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skills • Task orientated team player • Strong report writing skills What could set you apart • Knowledge of operational railway environment • Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard • Full/associate/graduate membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) (depending on experience) • Experience attending client meetings and working with multi-disciplinary teams • Competent with Microsoft Office • Full UK driving licence Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety within your application. (External - How to Apply) Salary: £46,701 - £52,538 per annum 35 hours a week. There will be a requirement for some night-time and weekend working and office/site and home split is acceptable. Closing date: 8th May 2024. Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted. Click 'apply now' to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Click here for more information. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We're constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we're working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales& or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion (). For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please include within your application All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5-year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application.
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Senior Ecologist About Network rail At Network Rail, we're part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network. Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us, and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more! The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing. About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! As a Network Rail employee, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits! • Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members. • A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train. • GWR ticket alliance - Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 5 friends and family to use across the GWR network (20 passes per year) • Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site. • A range of Pension schemes to choose from • Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, flexible working, flexible leave, and enhanced family friendly support. • 5 days paid volunteering leave. • 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community. • In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours. To find out more about the benefits at Network Rail, click here. We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone. For more information about Network Rail click here Brief Description (Internal & External) You will provide ecological expertise to Delivery Unit, including support and guidance to enable the environment management system to be integrated into the route teams to deliver legislative compliance. The role will include initial PEA surveys, phase 2 surveys, prioritisation of survey, ECOW, management of ecology contractors and giving advice and guidance to delivery teams within maintenance. The normal working week is 35 hours and likely to be focussed on days, however there will be an occasional requirement to work nights or weekends. About the role (External) Your Main Responsibilities will be to: • Undertake and complete a range of Ecological field surveys, including protected species surveys and extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys. • Collate, write up and review survey results and mapping target notes and review to identify appropriate recommendations. • Manage the implementation and embedding of recommendations to deliver continuous improvement. • Undertake and complete environmental impact assessments. • Lead the development of appropriate mitigation strategies, utilising results of surveys and liaising with Environmental Specialist's and the Arboriculture team. • Analyse and interpret data, using specialist software programs. Produce periodic and ad hoc reports to a high technical standard within prescribed timescales. • Provide specialist ecological advice and guidance to site managers, engineers, planners, and others associated with the undertaking and completion of surveys and / or assessments. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including statutory bodies, local authorities, and members of the public. • Assist in the production of environmental appraisal reports. • Carry out research as required. You will ideally have • Comprehensive field experience • A relevant higher degree in Ecology, Zoology, Biological Sciences, or other relevant Environmental Sciences • Good understanding of UK and European wildlife legislation and best practice guidance experience • Be able to identify baseline Ecological constraints during site visits • Have significant experience of standard survey protocols and methodologies • Ability to complete rare species surveys • Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skills • Task orientated team player • Strong report writing skills What could set you apart • Knowledge of operational railway environment • Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard • Full/associate/graduate membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) (depending on experience) • Experience attending client meetings and working with multi-disciplinary teams • Competent with Microsoft Office • Full UK driving licence Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety within your application. (External - How to Apply) Salary: £46,701 - £52,538 per annum 35 hours a week. There will be a requirement for some night-time and weekend working and office/site and home split is acceptable. Closing date: 8th May 2024. Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted. Click 'apply now' to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Click here for more information. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We're constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we're working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales& or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion (). For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please include within your application All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5-year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application.
Ecologist About Network rail At Network Rail, we're part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network. Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us, and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more! The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing. About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! As a Network Rail employee, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits! • Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members. • A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train. • GWR ticket alliance - Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 5 friends and family to use across the GWR network (20 passes per year) • Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site. • A range of Pension schemes to choose from • Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, flexible working, flexible leave, and enhanced family friendly support. • 5 days paid volunteering leave. • 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community. • In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours. To find out more about the benefits at Network Rail, click here. We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone. For more information about Network Rail click here Brief Description (Internal & External) You will provide ecological expertise to Delivery Unit, including support and guidance to enable the environment management system to be integrated into the route teams to deliver legislative compliance. The role will include initial PEA surveys, phase 2 surveys, prioritisation of survey, ECOW, management of ecology contractors and giving advice and guidance to delivery teams within maintenance. The normal working week is 35 hours and likely to be focussed on days, however there will be an occasional requirement to work nights or weekends. About the role (External) Your Main Responsibilities will be to: • Undertake and complete a range of Ecological field surveys, including protected species surveys and extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys. • Collate, write up and review survey results and mapping target notes and review to identify appropriate recommendations. • Manage the implementation and embedding of recommendations to deliver continuous improvement. • Undertake and complete environmental impact assessments. • Lead the development of appropriate mitigation strategies, utilising results of surveys and liaising with Environmental Specialist's and the Arboriculture team. • Analyse and interpret data, using specialist software programs. Produce periodic and ad hoc reports to a high technical standard within prescribed timescales. • Provide specialist ecological advice and guidance to site managers, engineers, planners, and others associated with the undertaking and completion of surveys and / or assessments. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including statutory bodies, local authorities, and members of the public. • Assist in the production of environmental appraisal reports. • Carry out research as required. You will ideally have • Comprehensive field experience • A relevant higher degree in Ecology, Zoology, Biological Sciences, or other relevant Environmental Sciences • Good understanding of UK and European wildlife legislation and best practice guidance experience • Be able to identify baseline Ecological constraints during site visits • Have significant experience of standard survey protocols and methodologies • Ability to complete rare species surveys • Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skills • Task orientated team player • Strong report writing skills What could set you apart • Knowledge of operational railway environment • Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard • Full/associate/graduate membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) (depending on experience) • Experience attending client meetings and working with multi-disciplinary teams • Competent with Microsoft Office • Full UK driving licence Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety within your application. (External - How to Apply) Salary: £43,588 - £49,037 per annum. 35 hours a week. There will be a requirement for some night-time and weekend working and office/site and home split is acceptable. Closing date: 8th May 2024. Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted. Click 'apply now' to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Click here for more information. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We're constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we're working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales& or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion () . For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please include within your application All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5-year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application.
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Ecologist About Network rail At Network Rail, we're part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network. Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us, and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more! The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing. About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! As a Network Rail employee, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits! • Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members. • A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train. • GWR ticket alliance - Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 5 friends and family to use across the GWR network (20 passes per year) • Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site. • A range of Pension schemes to choose from • Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, flexible working, flexible leave, and enhanced family friendly support. • 5 days paid volunteering leave. • 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community. • In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours. To find out more about the benefits at Network Rail, click here. We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone. For more information about Network Rail click here Brief Description (Internal & External) You will provide ecological expertise to Delivery Unit, including support and guidance to enable the environment management system to be integrated into the route teams to deliver legislative compliance. The role will include initial PEA surveys, phase 2 surveys, prioritisation of survey, ECOW, management of ecology contractors and giving advice and guidance to delivery teams within maintenance. The normal working week is 35 hours and likely to be focussed on days, however there will be an occasional requirement to work nights or weekends. About the role (External) Your Main Responsibilities will be to: • Undertake and complete a range of Ecological field surveys, including protected species surveys and extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys. • Collate, write up and review survey results and mapping target notes and review to identify appropriate recommendations. • Manage the implementation and embedding of recommendations to deliver continuous improvement. • Undertake and complete environmental impact assessments. • Lead the development of appropriate mitigation strategies, utilising results of surveys and liaising with Environmental Specialist's and the Arboriculture team. • Analyse and interpret data, using specialist software programs. Produce periodic and ad hoc reports to a high technical standard within prescribed timescales. • Provide specialist ecological advice and guidance to site managers, engineers, planners, and others associated with the undertaking and completion of surveys and / or assessments. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including statutory bodies, local authorities, and members of the public. • Assist in the production of environmental appraisal reports. • Carry out research as required. You will ideally have • Comprehensive field experience • A relevant higher degree in Ecology, Zoology, Biological Sciences, or other relevant Environmental Sciences • Good understanding of UK and European wildlife legislation and best practice guidance experience • Be able to identify baseline Ecological constraints during site visits • Have significant experience of standard survey protocols and methodologies • Ability to complete rare species surveys • Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skills • Task orientated team player • Strong report writing skills What could set you apart • Knowledge of operational railway environment • Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard • Full/associate/graduate membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) (depending on experience) • Experience attending client meetings and working with multi-disciplinary teams • Competent with Microsoft Office • Full UK driving licence Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety within your application. (External - How to Apply) Salary: £43,588 - £49,037 per annum. 35 hours a week. There will be a requirement for some night-time and weekend working and office/site and home split is acceptable. Closing date: 8th May 2024. Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted. Click 'apply now' to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Click here for more information. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We're constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we're working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales& or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion () . For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please include within your application All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5-year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application.
AECOM is built to deliver a better world. We design, build, finance and operate infrastructure assets for governments, businesses and organizations in more than 150 countries. As a fully integrated firm, we connect knowledge and experience across our global network of experts to help clients solve their most complex challenges. From high-performance buildings and infrastructure, to resilient communities and environments, to stable and secure nations, our work is transformative, differentiated and vital. A Fortune 500 firm, see how we deliver what others can only imagine on our website. AECOM's Sustainability team comprises of specialists within our Building Engineering Business Line. We are recognised as industry leaders in the field of sustainable development. Our projects range from working with Governments to support Building Regulations and National planning policy relating to climate change, to developing energy and sustainability strategies to support the design and planning of new development and the regeneration of existing communities. We work across all construction stages, from pre-feasibility, through feasibility, design, construction and operation; and across a wide range of sectors - housing, healthcare, schools, universities, offices, retail, hospitality etc. We also deliver advice relating to existing portfolios. Our work includes: The development of policy on low carbon and renewable energy, climate change and sustainability issues at national, regional and local levels Sustainable master planning of new communities Energy strategies including the planning and design of decentralised energy infrastructure and energy statements Sustainability statements and appraisals Design advice and feasibility studies for new build and refurbishment projects Carbon management advice including energy auditing and monitoring Environmental assessments - BREEAM, LEED, Home Quality Mark and the RICS Ska rating The development of Corporate Social Responsibility policies and carbon footprint reporting Research into reducing energy use, improving resilience to climate change and creating more sustainable buildings and places. Resilience strategies for cities, infrastructure providers and businesses The Building Sustainability teams are involved in a variety of projects, including: Wood Wharf, Silvertown Quays, Westferry Printworks, East Bank, UCL East Campus and Fitzroy Place - AECOM's residential team provide a range of services to developers, housing associations, industry bodies and the government around all aspects of low carbon design. This includes energy modelling and options appraisal, energy and sustainability strategies for planning applications, carbon management plans, energy surveying, district heating feasibility and concept design, Home Quality Mark environmental assessments and Building Regulations Part L submissions for building control. Similar services are provided to clients in respect of non-domestic buildings - hospitals, University buildings, hotels, offices, retail, etc. for a wide range of clients such as Land Securities, NHS Trusts, Land Securities and Transport for London. MoD, Rolls-Royce, Middlesbrough Council, Preston Council, Bridgend Council, various London Boroughs, Kent County Council, various NHS Trusts and Higher Education establishments - AECOM's district energy group has been involved with all aspects of project delivery. Our breadth and depth of project experience has made AECOM a leader in the field, as evidenced by our active membership of the ADE and ukDEA. Work for Government Departments - we work for the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), the Welsh Government, the Scottish Government and The Committee on Climate Change supporting the development of policy and undertaking research projects. AECOM are currently working for BEIS as part of the consortium comprising the Delivery Partner to assist with the award of funding for Heat Networks. The funding is available to public and private sector applicants and is intended to create a transformed, self-sustaining and trusted market for heat networks which offers affordable and reliable heat to the end customer in England & Wales. Houses of Parliament - AECOM recently developed the Engineering & Infrastructure Strategy for the Houses of Parliament, providing a highly resilient and carbon saving solution looking forward for the next 50 years. North West Cambridge Masterplan - AECOM provided the University of Cambridge with sustainability advice in support of the masterplan and planning application for this major new development, now called Eddington. The project will comprise 5000 dwellings, commercial, academic and community spaces. We also developed the Energy Centre and low carbon heat network supplying all of the buildings. Phase 1 has been built and we continue to be employed by the University to assess performance in use. Storey's Field Centre, North West Cambridge. AECOM provided a wide range of services in support of this award winning community facility and the adjoin Eddington Nursery, including the design of the building services and the modelling which informed the design. BREEAM assessments - AECOM have been involved in the assessment of over 300 buildings targeting or achieving a BREEAM rating of Excellent or Outstanding. One example is the Glaxo Smith Klein Carbon Neutral Laboratory for Sustainable Chemistry, University of Nottingham, UK. After receiving an "Outstanding" BREEAM rating, the building was awarded the "Post Construction Award for a Public Sector Project". It also has a LEED Platinum rating. A recent major win is the design of the new Moorfields Hospital in London, which AECOM won as a result of a design competition. Our staff are on occasions seconded. Clients include University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, The Greater London Authority and the Ministry of Justice. University of East London Library - As active members of the Building Research and Information Association (BSRIA) Soft Landings User Group, AECOM has been involved from the very inception of soft landings. AECOM's experience includes being appointed for the aftercare of the University of East London Library. LandSec's New Headquarters, London, UK - AECOM completed the second WELL certified project in the UK. This was certified with a Silver rating and to date is the largest WELL certified project in the UK. AECOM is currently working with LandSec to recertify their WELL accreditation. Recertification is a mandatory requirement every three years. Job responsibilities Your key responsibilities, with support from your team, may include the following: Environmental assessments of buildings - assisting with BREEAM, LEED, Home Quality Mark and other assessments (supported by in-house training) and in time undertaking training to become a qualified assessor. This can cover both design stage and post construction assessment of buildings. Building energy modelling - assisting with modelling of domestic and/or non-domestic buildings (supported by in-house training) and in time undertaking training to become a qualified assessor. Building renewable energy assessments - assessing costs and carbon benefits of a range of technologies and determining the best solution for a particular project Developing energy strategies to support building design teams and energy statements to support planning applications Developing sustainability strategies to support building design teams and sustainability statements to support planning applications. Energy auditing and energy efficiency to identify energy, cost and carbon savings projects for existing buildings Heat network studies including feasibility assessments and developing designs Contributing to a wide range of projects as the work load dictates, including policy development work and research projects Requirements A science, engineering or building related Bachelor degree Building sustainability/energy related MSc is desirable Good numeric and communication skills (written and verbal) Good attention to detail Flexible to deal with varying workload Able to demonstrate a desire to pursue a career in buildings and sustainability Training Our Graduate Development Programme (GDP) along with our huge scope of projects across the globe will challenge and inspire you to make a real difference to the world we live in. Our GDP forms a core part of our business strategy globally, designed to develop the best talent across numerous disciplines to lead our business into the future. We have over 750 graduates on our programmes across the UK & Ireland, from over 40 different disciplines, each and every one of them making a tangible difference to the environment we all live & work in. We will provide you with all the tools and support you need to achieve your professional development ambitions, including Chartership with the relevant international professional institution - where we have graduates working towards over 30 professional institutions in the UK & Ireland. We will push you to achieve the highest standards and expect our graduates to pass their professional review first time. You will be assigned a mentor to support & guide your development, and undertake regular training modules throughout the programme..... click apply for full job details
Jan 04, 2022
Full time
AECOM is built to deliver a better world. We design, build, finance and operate infrastructure assets for governments, businesses and organizations in more than 150 countries. As a fully integrated firm, we connect knowledge and experience across our global network of experts to help clients solve their most complex challenges. From high-performance buildings and infrastructure, to resilient communities and environments, to stable and secure nations, our work is transformative, differentiated and vital. A Fortune 500 firm, see how we deliver what others can only imagine on our website. AECOM's Sustainability team comprises of specialists within our Building Engineering Business Line. We are recognised as industry leaders in the field of sustainable development. Our projects range from working with Governments to support Building Regulations and National planning policy relating to climate change, to developing energy and sustainability strategies to support the design and planning of new development and the regeneration of existing communities. We work across all construction stages, from pre-feasibility, through feasibility, design, construction and operation; and across a wide range of sectors - housing, healthcare, schools, universities, offices, retail, hospitality etc. We also deliver advice relating to existing portfolios. Our work includes: The development of policy on low carbon and renewable energy, climate change and sustainability issues at national, regional and local levels Sustainable master planning of new communities Energy strategies including the planning and design of decentralised energy infrastructure and energy statements Sustainability statements and appraisals Design advice and feasibility studies for new build and refurbishment projects Carbon management advice including energy auditing and monitoring Environmental assessments - BREEAM, LEED, Home Quality Mark and the RICS Ska rating The development of Corporate Social Responsibility policies and carbon footprint reporting Research into reducing energy use, improving resilience to climate change and creating more sustainable buildings and places. Resilience strategies for cities, infrastructure providers and businesses The Building Sustainability teams are involved in a variety of projects, including: Wood Wharf, Silvertown Quays, Westferry Printworks, East Bank, UCL East Campus and Fitzroy Place - AECOM's residential team provide a range of services to developers, housing associations, industry bodies and the government around all aspects of low carbon design. This includes energy modelling and options appraisal, energy and sustainability strategies for planning applications, carbon management plans, energy surveying, district heating feasibility and concept design, Home Quality Mark environmental assessments and Building Regulations Part L submissions for building control. Similar services are provided to clients in respect of non-domestic buildings - hospitals, University buildings, hotels, offices, retail, etc. for a wide range of clients such as Land Securities, NHS Trusts, Land Securities and Transport for London. MoD, Rolls-Royce, Middlesbrough Council, Preston Council, Bridgend Council, various London Boroughs, Kent County Council, various NHS Trusts and Higher Education establishments - AECOM's district energy group has been involved with all aspects of project delivery. Our breadth and depth of project experience has made AECOM a leader in the field, as evidenced by our active membership of the ADE and ukDEA. Work for Government Departments - we work for the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), the Welsh Government, the Scottish Government and The Committee on Climate Change supporting the development of policy and undertaking research projects. AECOM are currently working for BEIS as part of the consortium comprising the Delivery Partner to assist with the award of funding for Heat Networks. The funding is available to public and private sector applicants and is intended to create a transformed, self-sustaining and trusted market for heat networks which offers affordable and reliable heat to the end customer in England & Wales. Houses of Parliament - AECOM recently developed the Engineering & Infrastructure Strategy for the Houses of Parliament, providing a highly resilient and carbon saving solution looking forward for the next 50 years. North West Cambridge Masterplan - AECOM provided the University of Cambridge with sustainability advice in support of the masterplan and planning application for this major new development, now called Eddington. The project will comprise 5000 dwellings, commercial, academic and community spaces. We also developed the Energy Centre and low carbon heat network supplying all of the buildings. Phase 1 has been built and we continue to be employed by the University to assess performance in use. Storey's Field Centre, North West Cambridge. AECOM provided a wide range of services in support of this award winning community facility and the adjoin Eddington Nursery, including the design of the building services and the modelling which informed the design. BREEAM assessments - AECOM have been involved in the assessment of over 300 buildings targeting or achieving a BREEAM rating of Excellent or Outstanding. One example is the Glaxo Smith Klein Carbon Neutral Laboratory for Sustainable Chemistry, University of Nottingham, UK. After receiving an "Outstanding" BREEAM rating, the building was awarded the "Post Construction Award for a Public Sector Project". It also has a LEED Platinum rating. A recent major win is the design of the new Moorfields Hospital in London, which AECOM won as a result of a design competition. Our staff are on occasions seconded. Clients include University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, The Greater London Authority and the Ministry of Justice. University of East London Library - As active members of the Building Research and Information Association (BSRIA) Soft Landings User Group, AECOM has been involved from the very inception of soft landings. AECOM's experience includes being appointed for the aftercare of the University of East London Library. LandSec's New Headquarters, London, UK - AECOM completed the second WELL certified project in the UK. This was certified with a Silver rating and to date is the largest WELL certified project in the UK. AECOM is currently working with LandSec to recertify their WELL accreditation. Recertification is a mandatory requirement every three years. Job responsibilities Your key responsibilities, with support from your team, may include the following: Environmental assessments of buildings - assisting with BREEAM, LEED, Home Quality Mark and other assessments (supported by in-house training) and in time undertaking training to become a qualified assessor. This can cover both design stage and post construction assessment of buildings. Building energy modelling - assisting with modelling of domestic and/or non-domestic buildings (supported by in-house training) and in time undertaking training to become a qualified assessor. Building renewable energy assessments - assessing costs and carbon benefits of a range of technologies and determining the best solution for a particular project Developing energy strategies to support building design teams and energy statements to support planning applications Developing sustainability strategies to support building design teams and sustainability statements to support planning applications. Energy auditing and energy efficiency to identify energy, cost and carbon savings projects for existing buildings Heat network studies including feasibility assessments and developing designs Contributing to a wide range of projects as the work load dictates, including policy development work and research projects Requirements A science, engineering or building related Bachelor degree Building sustainability/energy related MSc is desirable Good numeric and communication skills (written and verbal) Good attention to detail Flexible to deal with varying workload Able to demonstrate a desire to pursue a career in buildings and sustainability Training Our Graduate Development Programme (GDP) along with our huge scope of projects across the globe will challenge and inspire you to make a real difference to the world we live in. Our GDP forms a core part of our business strategy globally, designed to develop the best talent across numerous disciplines to lead our business into the future. We have over 750 graduates on our programmes across the UK & Ireland, from over 40 different disciplines, each and every one of them making a tangible difference to the environment we all live & work in. We will provide you with all the tools and support you need to achieve your professional development ambitions, including Chartership with the relevant international professional institution - where we have graduates working towards over 30 professional institutions in the UK & Ireland. We will push you to achieve the highest standards and expect our graduates to pass their professional review first time. You will be assigned a mentor to support & guide your development, and undertake regular training modules throughout the programme..... click apply for full job details