Job Title: Assistant Ecologist Salary: 24,000 - 27,000 Location: West Sussex We are working with a creative environmental practice based in West Sussex who are looking for an Assistant Ecologist to join the team. This is a new opportunity to join a really interesting company who specialise in landscape design, LVIA, BNG Consulting, Ecology and Arboriculture. As an Assistant Ecologist you'll receive: 24,000 - 26,000 depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working 24 days holiday + bank holidays Enhanced company pension scheme Investment opportunities Cycle to Work Scheme Commitment to on-going Training and CPD Paid professional membership fees Monthly day out CPD Annual Performance Related Bonus Amazing social events As an Assistant Ecologist your duties will be: Supporting Consultants and management team with ecology desk studies, preliminary ecological appraisals, bat roost assessments, phase 2 habitat surveys for bats, reptiles, amphibians, dormouse, water voles, invertebrates, and birds, and related ecological site works. To be considered for the Assistant Ecologist position, you will need: A degree in a relevant area, such as Ecology, Biology or Zoology Proven experience within ecological consultancy Willingness to complete field surveys and travel to different sites A full valid UK/EEC driving licence and your own car If you are interested in this or other ecology roles, please contact Lloyd Key via (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
May 11, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Ecologist Salary: 24,000 - 27,000 Location: West Sussex We are working with a creative environmental practice based in West Sussex who are looking for an Assistant Ecologist to join the team. This is a new opportunity to join a really interesting company who specialise in landscape design, LVIA, BNG Consulting, Ecology and Arboriculture. As an Assistant Ecologist you'll receive: 24,000 - 26,000 depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working 24 days holiday + bank holidays Enhanced company pension scheme Investment opportunities Cycle to Work Scheme Commitment to on-going Training and CPD Paid professional membership fees Monthly day out CPD Annual Performance Related Bonus Amazing social events As an Assistant Ecologist your duties will be: Supporting Consultants and management team with ecology desk studies, preliminary ecological appraisals, bat roost assessments, phase 2 habitat surveys for bats, reptiles, amphibians, dormouse, water voles, invertebrates, and birds, and related ecological site works. To be considered for the Assistant Ecologist position, you will need: A degree in a relevant area, such as Ecology, Biology or Zoology Proven experience within ecological consultancy Willingness to complete field surveys and travel to different sites A full valid UK/EEC driving licence and your own car If you are interested in this or other ecology roles, please contact Lloyd Key via (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Job Title: Consultant Ecologist Salary: 28,000 - 32,000 Location: West Sussex An innovative environmental firm located in West Sussex is on the lookout for a Consultant Ecologist to join their team. This is a great opportunity for a Consultant Ecologist to be part of a creative company where there's a big variety of projects on offer, along with proper support and training on-hand. The company offers services in Ecological Consulting, Landscape Design, Arboriculure and Technical Environmental Consultancy. As a Consultant Ecologist you'll receive: 28,000 - 32,000 depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working 24 days holiday + bank holidays Enhanced company pension scheme Investment opportunities Cycle to Work Scheme Commitment to on-going Training and CPD Paid professional membership fees Monthly day out CPD Annual Performance Related Bonus Amazing social events As a Consultant Ecologist your duties will be: Conducting ecological desk studies, preliminary ecological appraisals, bat roost assessments, phase 2 habitat surveys for bats, reptiles, amphibians, dormouse, water voles, invertebrates, and birds, and related ecological site works. Project management, including working with clients from different areas and giving best ecological advice and practice. Report writing for PEAs, PRAs, Phase 2 surveys and BNG assessments. To be considered for the Consultant Ecologist position, you will need: A degree in a relevant area, such as Ecology, Biology or Zoology Proven experience within ecological consultancy, including report writing skills Protected species licences are desirable Willingness to complete field surveys and travel to different sites A full valid UK/EEC driving licence and your own car If you are interested in this or other ecology roles, please contact Lloyd Key via (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
May 11, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Consultant Ecologist Salary: 28,000 - 32,000 Location: West Sussex An innovative environmental firm located in West Sussex is on the lookout for a Consultant Ecologist to join their team. This is a great opportunity for a Consultant Ecologist to be part of a creative company where there's a big variety of projects on offer, along with proper support and training on-hand. The company offers services in Ecological Consulting, Landscape Design, Arboriculure and Technical Environmental Consultancy. As a Consultant Ecologist you'll receive: 28,000 - 32,000 depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working 24 days holiday + bank holidays Enhanced company pension scheme Investment opportunities Cycle to Work Scheme Commitment to on-going Training and CPD Paid professional membership fees Monthly day out CPD Annual Performance Related Bonus Amazing social events As a Consultant Ecologist your duties will be: Conducting ecological desk studies, preliminary ecological appraisals, bat roost assessments, phase 2 habitat surveys for bats, reptiles, amphibians, dormouse, water voles, invertebrates, and birds, and related ecological site works. Project management, including working with clients from different areas and giving best ecological advice and practice. Report writing for PEAs, PRAs, Phase 2 surveys and BNG assessments. To be considered for the Consultant Ecologist position, you will need: A degree in a relevant area, such as Ecology, Biology or Zoology Proven experience within ecological consultancy, including report writing skills Protected species licences are desirable Willingness to complete field surveys and travel to different sites A full valid UK/EEC driving licence and your own car If you are interested in this or other ecology roles, please contact Lloyd Key via (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Senior Ecologists South Hampshire £30-40k DOE We are seeking ecology professionals at either high end Consultant or Senior Ecologist level for a small but friendly ecological practice in south Hampshire Depending on level, you will carry out a range of field surveys, including UKHab surveys and protected species surveys, alongside day-to-day office-based work such as project management, report writing and client liaison. As a key member of our consultancy team, your enthusiasm for ecology and flexible approach will equip you well in supporting our expanding business. CIEEM Registered we are committed to ensuring best practice and the positive promotion of the profession. Whilst offered as full-time and permanent, part-time or flexible working options are available. Skills and Qualifications Ideally seeking the following or as relevant; Degree in a relevant subject; CIEEM membership; Hold at least one Natural England protected species class licences or be progressing towards apply for such a licence; Minimum of two years post-qualification experience in an ecologically focussed role, preferably in ecological consultancy; Experienced in ecological project management; Experienced in ecological survey and assessment techniques; Knowledge of relevant UK and European legislation, policy and guidance; Be a team player with good verbal and written communications skills; Good MS Outlook, Word and Excel skills; A full driving licence; and Legal entitlement to work in the UK. What is on offer? Competitive salary depending on experience; Generous structured training budget and regular in-house training; Flexible hours over the summer months with the opportunity to accrue either TOIL or paid overtime; Increased hourly rates for undertaking dusk and dawn bat surveys; Access to a contributory pension; Flexibility to work from home with prior agreement; Company laptop; CIEEM membership and protected species licence fees paid for by the company; A relaxed office environment and a friendly team; Regular social events and yearly charity days Free car parking
May 10, 2024
Full time
Senior Ecologists South Hampshire £30-40k DOE We are seeking ecology professionals at either high end Consultant or Senior Ecologist level for a small but friendly ecological practice in south Hampshire Depending on level, you will carry out a range of field surveys, including UKHab surveys and protected species surveys, alongside day-to-day office-based work such as project management, report writing and client liaison. As a key member of our consultancy team, your enthusiasm for ecology and flexible approach will equip you well in supporting our expanding business. CIEEM Registered we are committed to ensuring best practice and the positive promotion of the profession. Whilst offered as full-time and permanent, part-time or flexible working options are available. Skills and Qualifications Ideally seeking the following or as relevant; Degree in a relevant subject; CIEEM membership; Hold at least one Natural England protected species class licences or be progressing towards apply for such a licence; Minimum of two years post-qualification experience in an ecologically focussed role, preferably in ecological consultancy; Experienced in ecological project management; Experienced in ecological survey and assessment techniques; Knowledge of relevant UK and European legislation, policy and guidance; Be a team player with good verbal and written communications skills; Good MS Outlook, Word and Excel skills; A full driving licence; and Legal entitlement to work in the UK. What is on offer? Competitive salary depending on experience; Generous structured training budget and regular in-house training; Flexible hours over the summer months with the opportunity to accrue either TOIL or paid overtime; Increased hourly rates for undertaking dusk and dawn bat surveys; Access to a contributory pension; Flexibility to work from home with prior agreement; Company laptop; CIEEM membership and protected species licence fees paid for by the company; A relaxed office environment and a friendly team; Regular social events and yearly charity days Free car parking
Are you an assistant / consultant ecologist looking for flexibility to balance site work with your home life? Are you looking to make a step up with the support of a diverse network of ecology experts that's underpinned by a defined career pathway? About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide click apply for full job details
May 09, 2024
Full time
Are you an assistant / consultant ecologist looking for flexibility to balance site work with your home life? Are you looking to make a step up with the support of a diverse network of ecology experts that's underpinned by a defined career pathway? About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide click apply for full job details
Associate/Principal Ecologist You will take the lead in launching and completing a variety of projects in our business areas, especially those related to the built environment, power, and mining and minerals. The delivery of ecological inputs to a variety of initiatives, such as renewable energy, residential construction, and corporate biodiversity policy and strategy, is an interesting opportunity presented by this role. In addition to having an ecological specialtyhabitat survey, protected species, ornithology, for exampleyou should be able to lead and coach people in their chosen field and exhibit proficiency in a variety of ecological consultant practice areas. Additionally, it would be ideal if you could demonstrate that you have expertise managing clients, projects, and company developmentideally from work as a commercial consultant. My client is a global consultant that is forward-thinking and has big aspirations for expansion. It also offers great opportunity for career advancement and enhancement based on performance. Everyone has the chance to advance and work on exciting projects with respected clients because to our culture, flat management structure, and simple approach to project and budget management. What you will do: In this important role, you will oversee and manage ecological aspects of projects and provide clients with advice on schemes like infrastructure and energy projects, mixed-use and residential developments, and garbage and minerals initiatives. Daily tasks will involve producing reports, preparing scopes of work and fee proposals, and conducting technical reviews of reports from subcontractors and peers. Staff mentorship and supervision in ecology. In addition to overseeing work on certain ecological specialisations, the function may involve personnel management depending on qualifications and experience. coordinating, supervising, and guaranteeing the timely and cost-effective completion of intricate ecological survey work packages with internal and sporadically external personnel. Working closely with senior members of the ecology team in other client offices in the UK and other regions, you will be liaising with various technical teams on a range of themes, including planning, landscape, hydrology, noise, and air quality. Looking for ways to grow ecology and other services and capacities in the area through integrated economic development. Depending on client/project sites and your areas of expertise, your employment may need you to collaborate with team members who are located around the UK and other regions. What you will need: You'll use your ecological specialisation, whether it be habitat survey, protected species, ornithology, or another skill, and you'll also be able to demonstrate competence in a range of different areas of ecological consultancy practice. You have a passion for ecology, the drive to deliver high-quality work, and the desire to support the career development of other ecological professionals. In addition to having experience in client and project management, company development, and preferably in a commercial consultancy setting, you will be able to mentor and lead individuals in your chosen field. In addition: Proven field surveying abilities, such as habitat surveys in the UK and protected species surveys and mitigation plans. Proven proficiency in project management, financial management, technical report creation, and work planning in compliance with health and safety protocols. A proven track record of managing, delivering, and winning projects. Experience working in a variety of industries, such as energy, minerals and waste, residential and mixed-use, and infrastructure. Relevant degree level qualification plus appropriate level of membership of CIEEM or equivalent. A full UK driver's licence. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 08, 2024
Full time
Associate/Principal Ecologist You will take the lead in launching and completing a variety of projects in our business areas, especially those related to the built environment, power, and mining and minerals. The delivery of ecological inputs to a variety of initiatives, such as renewable energy, residential construction, and corporate biodiversity policy and strategy, is an interesting opportunity presented by this role. In addition to having an ecological specialtyhabitat survey, protected species, ornithology, for exampleyou should be able to lead and coach people in their chosen field and exhibit proficiency in a variety of ecological consultant practice areas. Additionally, it would be ideal if you could demonstrate that you have expertise managing clients, projects, and company developmentideally from work as a commercial consultant. My client is a global consultant that is forward-thinking and has big aspirations for expansion. It also offers great opportunity for career advancement and enhancement based on performance. Everyone has the chance to advance and work on exciting projects with respected clients because to our culture, flat management structure, and simple approach to project and budget management. What you will do: In this important role, you will oversee and manage ecological aspects of projects and provide clients with advice on schemes like infrastructure and energy projects, mixed-use and residential developments, and garbage and minerals initiatives. Daily tasks will involve producing reports, preparing scopes of work and fee proposals, and conducting technical reviews of reports from subcontractors and peers. Staff mentorship and supervision in ecology. In addition to overseeing work on certain ecological specialisations, the function may involve personnel management depending on qualifications and experience. coordinating, supervising, and guaranteeing the timely and cost-effective completion of intricate ecological survey work packages with internal and sporadically external personnel. Working closely with senior members of the ecology team in other client offices in the UK and other regions, you will be liaising with various technical teams on a range of themes, including planning, landscape, hydrology, noise, and air quality. Looking for ways to grow ecology and other services and capacities in the area through integrated economic development. Depending on client/project sites and your areas of expertise, your employment may need you to collaborate with team members who are located around the UK and other regions. What you will need: You'll use your ecological specialisation, whether it be habitat survey, protected species, ornithology, or another skill, and you'll also be able to demonstrate competence in a range of different areas of ecological consultancy practice. You have a passion for ecology, the drive to deliver high-quality work, and the desire to support the career development of other ecological professionals. In addition to having experience in client and project management, company development, and preferably in a commercial consultancy setting, you will be able to mentor and lead individuals in your chosen field. In addition: Proven field surveying abilities, such as habitat surveys in the UK and protected species surveys and mitigation plans. Proven proficiency in project management, financial management, technical report creation, and work planning in compliance with health and safety protocols. A proven track record of managing, delivering, and winning projects. Experience working in a variety of industries, such as energy, minerals and waste, residential and mixed-use, and infrastructure. Relevant degree level qualification plus appropriate level of membership of CIEEM or equivalent. A full UK driver's licence. JBRP1_UKTJ
Are you a Senior Ecologist looking for flexibility to balance site work with your home life? Or an experienced Consultant Ecologist ambitious to make a step up with the support of a diverse network of ecology experts and underpinned by a defined career pathway? Who is Tetra Tech? Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They help our clients succeed, our business prosper and the communities we work in thrive. We need the very best designers, project managers, engineers, surveyors, town planners, environmental specialists and business service professionals to maintain our reputation as a market leader. We do this by taking care of our people; offering fantastic flexible benefits, providing personal and professional development, and giving employees the opportunity to work on exciting and ground-breaking projects. We dont want Tetra Tech to be just your next role, we want it to be a step-change in your career and ultimately a move that you are proud to have made. The Role As Tetra Tech builds on its demonstrable track record as one of the leading global Environmental consultancies, we are seeking a talented?Senior Ecologist to join our southern team. With ambitions to grow our UK presence to emulate the success of the global business, we are looking for an experienced ecologist to join our established network of over 70 ecologists with the energy to contribute to a diverse project portfolio. The person in this role will be a confident and competent ecologist and we will encourage professional development in areas that align with their own interests and Tetra Techs business strategy. We encourage our ecologists to lead on projects that align with their technical skillset and expertise and will provide inhouse Project Management training and an array of technical training. With an eye for detail and a desire to deliver to high standards, a key element of this role will be to provide support and feedback to colleagues on project deliverables, drawing on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. The role will require work with colleagues from across the wider business on multi-disciplinary opportunities and projects so a willingness to understand how other parts of the business work would be advantageous. Our success is, in part, due to our established and long-lasting relationships with clients and the role will involve working closely with clients across a range of sectors including Residential, Defence, Infrastructure, Energy and Government Services. Given the variety of projects we work on, we are looking for a Senior Ecologist who has strong field skills and ambitions to develop their technical skills in line with project requirements. With support from the regional and national ecology teams, and in line with our defined career framework, general development of expertise across many areas of ecology and particular technical specialisms will be encouraged. We have technical leads within the national team who can mentor and provide advice in key areas. We show our support for professional development through the provision of training, plus bonuses for achieving bat licences and charterships. We operate fully flexible, hybrid working which allows our ecologists to choose where, how and when they work as long as our clients are receiving the high-quality service they expect. We focus on talent and skills, not postcode. The role will require site work as well as working closely with ecologists, clients and colleagues from other teams so may require some time at an office or alternative working space to suit those involved. We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced or compressed hours and flexible start or finish times. We can offer a range of solutions to help you get the most out of your work / life balance. We are supportive of flexible working but will require you to attend offices, events or sites as necessary to deliver the role. About the team Over 70 permanent ecologists across 12 offices working as one cohesive team. Time away from home minimised. IT systems allow seamless remote and flexible working, so proximity to an office is not a barrier?we focus on talents & skills, not postcode. Our ecologists can work on the projects that interest them and deliver them to the highest standards. Cars or car allowances to every member of the team regardless of grade, including for personal use. Established TOIL system to allow time management to suit specific personal needs alongside seasonal demands. Career frameworks provide clarity on how to progress. We encourage the development of well-rounded ecologists who can talk about all stages of a project. We offer internal and external training and mentoring, including from our inhouse experts. Bat handling licence incentivisation scheme to thank ecologists who spend time and effort in achieving their licence - we know it's not easy! And to show our support of personal development, we award a significant financial bonus to anyone achieving Chartered Ecologist status through CIEEM. We work closely with many other teams, including our own Planners, Archaeologists, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners and Engineers. With a culture of openness, there is always someone within the business who can provide advice and support for almost any query. About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting For more information on our company, please visit our website . To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or parental leave. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 08, 2024
Full time
Are you a Senior Ecologist looking for flexibility to balance site work with your home life? Or an experienced Consultant Ecologist ambitious to make a step up with the support of a diverse network of ecology experts and underpinned by a defined career pathway? Who is Tetra Tech? Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They help our clients succeed, our business prosper and the communities we work in thrive. We need the very best designers, project managers, engineers, surveyors, town planners, environmental specialists and business service professionals to maintain our reputation as a market leader. We do this by taking care of our people; offering fantastic flexible benefits, providing personal and professional development, and giving employees the opportunity to work on exciting and ground-breaking projects. We dont want Tetra Tech to be just your next role, we want it to be a step-change in your career and ultimately a move that you are proud to have made. The Role As Tetra Tech builds on its demonstrable track record as one of the leading global Environmental consultancies, we are seeking a talented?Senior Ecologist to join our southern team. With ambitions to grow our UK presence to emulate the success of the global business, we are looking for an experienced ecologist to join our established network of over 70 ecologists with the energy to contribute to a diverse project portfolio. The person in this role will be a confident and competent ecologist and we will encourage professional development in areas that align with their own interests and Tetra Techs business strategy. We encourage our ecologists to lead on projects that align with their technical skillset and expertise and will provide inhouse Project Management training and an array of technical training. With an eye for detail and a desire to deliver to high standards, a key element of this role will be to provide support and feedback to colleagues on project deliverables, drawing on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. The role will require work with colleagues from across the wider business on multi-disciplinary opportunities and projects so a willingness to understand how other parts of the business work would be advantageous. Our success is, in part, due to our established and long-lasting relationships with clients and the role will involve working closely with clients across a range of sectors including Residential, Defence, Infrastructure, Energy and Government Services. Given the variety of projects we work on, we are looking for a Senior Ecologist who has strong field skills and ambitions to develop their technical skills in line with project requirements. With support from the regional and national ecology teams, and in line with our defined career framework, general development of expertise across many areas of ecology and particular technical specialisms will be encouraged. We have technical leads within the national team who can mentor and provide advice in key areas. We show our support for professional development through the provision of training, plus bonuses for achieving bat licences and charterships. We operate fully flexible, hybrid working which allows our ecologists to choose where, how and when they work as long as our clients are receiving the high-quality service they expect. We focus on talent and skills, not postcode. The role will require site work as well as working closely with ecologists, clients and colleagues from other teams so may require some time at an office or alternative working space to suit those involved. We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced or compressed hours and flexible start or finish times. We can offer a range of solutions to help you get the most out of your work / life balance. We are supportive of flexible working but will require you to attend offices, events or sites as necessary to deliver the role. About the team Over 70 permanent ecologists across 12 offices working as one cohesive team. Time away from home minimised. IT systems allow seamless remote and flexible working, so proximity to an office is not a barrier?we focus on talents & skills, not postcode. Our ecologists can work on the projects that interest them and deliver them to the highest standards. Cars or car allowances to every member of the team regardless of grade, including for personal use. Established TOIL system to allow time management to suit specific personal needs alongside seasonal demands. Career frameworks provide clarity on how to progress. We encourage the development of well-rounded ecologists who can talk about all stages of a project. We offer internal and external training and mentoring, including from our inhouse experts. Bat handling licence incentivisation scheme to thank ecologists who spend time and effort in achieving their licence - we know it's not easy! And to show our support of personal development, we award a significant financial bonus to anyone achieving Chartered Ecologist status through CIEEM. We work closely with many other teams, including our own Planners, Archaeologists, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners and Engineers. With a culture of openness, there is always someone within the business who can provide advice and support for almost any query. About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting For more information on our company, please visit our website . To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or parental leave. JBRP1_UKTJ
Senior Ecologist £33'000 - £40'000 + Bonus + Working from Home Expenses + Mileage + 24 Days Holiday Rising (+ Bank Holidays) + Pension + Benefits Hybrid Working (Commutable from: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Worcester, Kidderminster, Bridgnorth, Telford, Shrewsbury, Stafford, Cannock, Tamworth) Are you a Senior Ecologist, looking to join an industry-leading consultancy, offering hybrid working, giving you full autonomy to take the lead on ecological surveys, whilst further progressing your career and skillset through professional development and specialist training? This is an excellent opportunity to join well-established and rapidly-expanding consultancy, where you will work with blue-chip clients on long-term projects and play a pivotal role in the ongoing protection of the surrounding ecosystems and animal species. Over recent years, this consultancy has gone from strength-to-strength and they are continuing to grow, making this a fantastic time to work for them. They have a great reputation for retaining, progressing and developing their staff. Working part from home/office and part on clients' sites, on offer is a highly-autonomous role, where you will lead a variety ecological surveys. This role suits a Senior Ecologist. The Role Leading ecology surveys. Hybrid-working environment. Opportunities to progress your career as well as your skillset. The Person Senior Ecologist. Looking to take the lead on ecological surveys. Wanting professional development and further specialist training. Senior Ecologist, Surveys, Surveying, Survey, Ecology, Geo-Environmental, Geo Environmental, Geoenvironmental, Environmental, Environment, Geotechnical, Ecosystems, Habitats, Animal Species, Consultancy, Consultant, Consult, Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Worcester, Kidderminster, Bridgnorth, Telford, Shrewsbury, Stafford, Cannock, Tamworth. Reference Number: BBBH224475 Please click "Apply Now" or contact Ben Dunsford at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 08, 2024
Full time
Senior Ecologist £33'000 - £40'000 + Bonus + Working from Home Expenses + Mileage + 24 Days Holiday Rising (+ Bank Holidays) + Pension + Benefits Hybrid Working (Commutable from: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Worcester, Kidderminster, Bridgnorth, Telford, Shrewsbury, Stafford, Cannock, Tamworth) Are you a Senior Ecologist, looking to join an industry-leading consultancy, offering hybrid working, giving you full autonomy to take the lead on ecological surveys, whilst further progressing your career and skillset through professional development and specialist training? This is an excellent opportunity to join well-established and rapidly-expanding consultancy, where you will work with blue-chip clients on long-term projects and play a pivotal role in the ongoing protection of the surrounding ecosystems and animal species. Over recent years, this consultancy has gone from strength-to-strength and they are continuing to grow, making this a fantastic time to work for them. They have a great reputation for retaining, progressing and developing their staff. Working part from home/office and part on clients' sites, on offer is a highly-autonomous role, where you will lead a variety ecological surveys. This role suits a Senior Ecologist. The Role Leading ecology surveys. Hybrid-working environment. Opportunities to progress your career as well as your skillset. The Person Senior Ecologist. Looking to take the lead on ecological surveys. Wanting professional development and further specialist training. Senior Ecologist, Surveys, Surveying, Survey, Ecology, Geo-Environmental, Geo Environmental, Geoenvironmental, Environmental, Environment, Geotechnical, Ecosystems, Habitats, Animal Species, Consultancy, Consultant, Consult, Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Worcester, Kidderminster, Bridgnorth, Telford, Shrewsbury, Stafford, Cannock, Tamworth. Reference Number: BBBH224475 Please click "Apply Now" or contact Ben Dunsford at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. JBRP1_UKTJ
Associate/Principal Ecologist You will take the lead in launching and completing a variety of projects in our business areas, especially those related to the built environment, power, and mining and minerals. The delivery of ecological inputs to a variety of initiatives, such as renewable energy, residential construction, and corporate biodiversity policy and strategy, is an interesting opportunity presented by this role. In addition to having an ecological specialtyhabitat survey, protected species, ornithology, for exampleyou should be able to lead and coach people in their chosen field and exhibit proficiency in a variety of ecological consultant practice areas. Additionally, it would be ideal if you could demonstrate that you have expertise managing clients, projects, and company developmentideally from work as a commercial consultant. My client is a global consultant that is forward-thinking and has big aspirations for expansion. It also offers great opportunity for career advancement and enhancement based on performance. Everyone has the chance to advance and work on exciting projects with respected clients because to our culture, flat management structure, and simple approach to project and budget management. What you will do: In this important role, you will oversee and manage ecological aspects of projects and provide clients with advice on schemes like infrastructure and energy projects, mixed-use and residential developments, and garbage and minerals initiatives. Daily tasks will involve producing reports, preparing scopes of work and fee proposals, and conducting technical reviews of reports from subcontractors and peers. Staff mentorship and supervision in ecology. In addition to overseeing work on certain ecological specialisations, the function may involve personnel management depending on qualifications and experience. coordinating, supervising, and guaranteeing the timely and cost-effective completion of intricate ecological survey work packages with internal and sporadically external personnel. Working closely with senior members of the ecology team in other client offices in the UK and other regions, you will be liaising with various technical teams on a range of themes, including planning, landscape, hydrology, noise, and air quality. Looking for ways to grow ecology and other services and capacities in the area through integrated economic development. Depending on client/project sites and your areas of expertise, your employment may need you to collaborate with team members who are located around the UK and other regions. What you will need: You'll use your ecological specialisation, whether it be habitat survey, protected species, ornithology, or another skill, and you'll also be able to demonstrate competence in a range of different areas of ecological consultancy practice. You have a passion for ecology, the drive to deliver high-quality work, and the desire to support the career development of other ecological professionals. In addition to having experience in client and project management, company development, and preferably in a commercial consultancy setting, you will be able to mentor and lead individuals in your chosen field. In addition: Proven field surveying abilities, such as habitat surveys in the UK and protected species surveys and mitigation plans. Proven proficiency in project management, financial management, technical report creation, and work planning in compliance with health and safety protocols. A proven track record of managing, delivering, and winning projects. Experience working in a variety of industries, such as energy, minerals and waste, residential and mixed-use, and infrastructure. Relevant degree level qualification plus appropriate level of membership of CIEEM or equivalent. A full UK driver's licence. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 08, 2024
Full time
Associate/Principal Ecologist You will take the lead in launching and completing a variety of projects in our business areas, especially those related to the built environment, power, and mining and minerals. The delivery of ecological inputs to a variety of initiatives, such as renewable energy, residential construction, and corporate biodiversity policy and strategy, is an interesting opportunity presented by this role. In addition to having an ecological specialtyhabitat survey, protected species, ornithology, for exampleyou should be able to lead and coach people in their chosen field and exhibit proficiency in a variety of ecological consultant practice areas. Additionally, it would be ideal if you could demonstrate that you have expertise managing clients, projects, and company developmentideally from work as a commercial consultant. My client is a global consultant that is forward-thinking and has big aspirations for expansion. It also offers great opportunity for career advancement and enhancement based on performance. Everyone has the chance to advance and work on exciting projects with respected clients because to our culture, flat management structure, and simple approach to project and budget management. What you will do: In this important role, you will oversee and manage ecological aspects of projects and provide clients with advice on schemes like infrastructure and energy projects, mixed-use and residential developments, and garbage and minerals initiatives. Daily tasks will involve producing reports, preparing scopes of work and fee proposals, and conducting technical reviews of reports from subcontractors and peers. Staff mentorship and supervision in ecology. In addition to overseeing work on certain ecological specialisations, the function may involve personnel management depending on qualifications and experience. coordinating, supervising, and guaranteeing the timely and cost-effective completion of intricate ecological survey work packages with internal and sporadically external personnel. Working closely with senior members of the ecology team in other client offices in the UK and other regions, you will be liaising with various technical teams on a range of themes, including planning, landscape, hydrology, noise, and air quality. Looking for ways to grow ecology and other services and capacities in the area through integrated economic development. Depending on client/project sites and your areas of expertise, your employment may need you to collaborate with team members who are located around the UK and other regions. What you will need: You'll use your ecological specialisation, whether it be habitat survey, protected species, ornithology, or another skill, and you'll also be able to demonstrate competence in a range of different areas of ecological consultancy practice. You have a passion for ecology, the drive to deliver high-quality work, and the desire to support the career development of other ecological professionals. In addition to having experience in client and project management, company development, and preferably in a commercial consultancy setting, you will be able to mentor and lead individuals in your chosen field. In addition: Proven field surveying abilities, such as habitat surveys in the UK and protected species surveys and mitigation plans. Proven proficiency in project management, financial management, technical report creation, and work planning in compliance with health and safety protocols. A proven track record of managing, delivering, and winning projects. Experience working in a variety of industries, such as energy, minerals and waste, residential and mixed-use, and infrastructure. Relevant degree level qualification plus appropriate level of membership of CIEEM or equivalent. A full UK driver's licence. JBRP1_UKTJ
Senior Ecologist, Ecological Consultant, Hybrid, COR5684 Are you a Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant seeking your next role? If so, this just might be the position for! We're seeking a Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant to join our client, on a hybrid working basis. The purpose of the Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant will be to support clients in navigating their way through an everchanging legislative landscape. The Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant will focus on safeguarding the environment; enhancing biodiversity, and combatting climate challenges. You will also use prior commercial experience, as well as prior knowledge of habitat and species protection management to oversee ecological assessments, analyse ecological data and create clear and concise reports. The company The successful Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant will join a leading an well-established natural environment consultancy whose mission is to educate and support their clientele in how to protect our natural environment. They work across a wide range of sectors and are truly passionate about what they do - so are looking for more passionate individuals to join the team. The work pattern in place is hybrid, predominantly working in a home-based capacity conducting site-visits as and when needed; though office space is available should it be required / wanted. Benefits 24 days holiday - increasing year-on-year with service Discretionary bonus Paid overtime What's Required? The ideal Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant will have the following skills and experience Prior commercial experience - Ideally within a client-facing / consultancy type role A deep understanding of local and national environmental laws & policies Demonstrated prior experience in managing protected habitats and species, including obtaining necessary licences and negotiating with regulatory bodies. Sound experience analysing ecological data Specific BNG (Biotic Naturalness Gradient) skills including knowledge of GIS & remote sensing, proficiency in field sampling methods and an understanding of ecological gradients would be highly desirable So What's Next? If you are currently a Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant looking for your next position apply or get in touch today to discuss further. Senior Ecologist, Ecological Consultant, BNG, Biotic Naturalness Gradient, GIS, Hybrid, Remote working, COR5684 Corriculo Ltd acts as an employment agency and an employment business. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 07, 2024
Full time
Senior Ecologist, Ecological Consultant, Hybrid, COR5684 Are you a Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant seeking your next role? If so, this just might be the position for! We're seeking a Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant to join our client, on a hybrid working basis. The purpose of the Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant will be to support clients in navigating their way through an everchanging legislative landscape. The Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant will focus on safeguarding the environment; enhancing biodiversity, and combatting climate challenges. You will also use prior commercial experience, as well as prior knowledge of habitat and species protection management to oversee ecological assessments, analyse ecological data and create clear and concise reports. The company The successful Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant will join a leading an well-established natural environment consultancy whose mission is to educate and support their clientele in how to protect our natural environment. They work across a wide range of sectors and are truly passionate about what they do - so are looking for more passionate individuals to join the team. The work pattern in place is hybrid, predominantly working in a home-based capacity conducting site-visits as and when needed; though office space is available should it be required / wanted. Benefits 24 days holiday - increasing year-on-year with service Discretionary bonus Paid overtime What's Required? The ideal Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant will have the following skills and experience Prior commercial experience - Ideally within a client-facing / consultancy type role A deep understanding of local and national environmental laws & policies Demonstrated prior experience in managing protected habitats and species, including obtaining necessary licences and negotiating with regulatory bodies. Sound experience analysing ecological data Specific BNG (Biotic Naturalness Gradient) skills including knowledge of GIS & remote sensing, proficiency in field sampling methods and an understanding of ecological gradients would be highly desirable So What's Next? If you are currently a Senior Ecologist / Ecological Consultant looking for your next position apply or get in touch today to discuss further. Senior Ecologist, Ecological Consultant, BNG, Biotic Naturalness Gradient, GIS, Hybrid, Remote working, COR5684 Corriculo Ltd acts as an employment agency and an employment business. JBRP1_UKTJ
Are you a Senior Ecologist looking for flexibility to balance site work with your home life? Or an experienced Consultant Ecologist ambitious to make a step up with the support of a diverse network of ecology experts and underpinned by a defined career pathway? About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.Tetra Tech Ecology team won the CIEEM Large Consultancy of the Year Award and Large Scale Mitigation Award in 2023. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They help our clients succeed, our business prosper and the communities we work in thrive. We need the very best designers, project managers, engineers, surveyors, town planners, environmental specialists and business service professionals to maintain our reputation as a market leader. We do this by taking care of our people; offering fantastic flexible benefits, providing personal and professional development, and giving employees the opportunity to work on exciting and ground-breaking projects. We dont want Tetra Tech to be just your next role, we want it to be a step-change in your career and ultimately a move that you are proud to have made. The Role: As Tetra Tech builds on its demonstrable track record as one of the leading global Environmental consultancies, we are seeking a talented?Senior Ecologist to join our north east team. With ambitions to grow our UK presence to emulate the success of the global business, we are looking for an experienced ecologist to join our established network of over 95 ecologists with the energy to contribute to a diverse project portfolio. The person in this role will be a confident and competent ecologist and we will encourage professional development in areas that align with their own interests and Tetra Techs business strategy. We encourage our ecologists to lead on projects that align with their technical skillset and expertise and will provide inhouse Project Management training and an array of technical training. With an eye for detail and a desire to deliver to high standards, a key element of this role will be to provide support and feedback to colleagues on project deliverables, drawing on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer professional ecology advice across a breadth of sectors including residential, defence, energy, government services and transport. With over 95 permanent ecologists, we can draw on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. Examples of projects we currently work on include: Bat roost assessment and emergence surveys of Service Family Accommodation Protected species surveys of wind turbine sites with associated ES chapters and HRA Ecological Appraisal and associated protected species surveys of solar farms and BESS sites We Lead with Science and we encourage our team to share their findings with the industry (subject to sensitivities of timings and client permissions). We also encourage research-based elements to be brought into projects and many of the botanical projects we have worked on have resulted in publications and we encourage our team to continue to do this. The role will require work with colleagues from across the wider business on multi-disciplinary opportunities and projects so a willingness to understand how other parts of the business work would be advantageous. Our success is, in part, due to our established and long-lasting relationships with clients and the role will involve working closely with clients across a range of sectors including Residential, Defence, Infrastructure, Energy and Government Services. Given the variety of projects we work on, we are looking for a Senior Ecologist who has strong field skills and ambitions to develop their technical skills in line with project requirements. With support from the regional and national ecology teams, and in line with our defined career framework, general development of expertise across many areas of ecology and particular technical specialisms will be encouraged. We have technical leads within the national team who can mentor and provide advice in key areas. We show our support for professional development through the provision of training, plus bonuses for achieving bat licences and charterships. Flexible Working: We operate fully flexible, hybrid working which allows our ecologists to choose where, how and when they work as long as our clients are receiving the high-quality service they expect. We focus on talent and skills, not postcode. The role will require site work as well as working closely with ecologists, clients and colleagues from other teams so may require some time at an office or alternative working space to suit those involved. We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced or compressed hours and flexible start or finish times. We can offer a range of solutions to help you get the most out of your work / life balance. We are supportive of flexible working but will require you to attend offices, events or sites as necessary to deliver the role. About the Team: Multi-award winning Ecology team; recently winning CIEEM Large Consultancy of the Year and Large Scale Mitigation project in 2023. Over 95 permanent ecologists across 13 offices working as one cohesive team. Time away from home minimised. IT systems allow seamless remote and flexible working, so proximity to an office is not a barrier we focus on talents & skills, not postcode. Our ecologists can work on the projects that interest them and deliver them to the highest standards. Cars or car allowances to every member of the team regardless of grade, including for personal use. Established TOIL system to allow time management to suit specific personal needs alongside seasonal demands. Career frameworks provide clarity on how to progress. We encourage the development of well-rounded ecologists who can talk about all stages of a project. We offer extensive internal and external training and mentoring, including from our inhouse experts along with all team face to face training. Bat handling licence incentivisation scheme to thank ecologists who spend time and effort in achieving their licence - we know it's not easy! And to show our support of personal development, we award a significant financial bonus to anyone achieving Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist status through CIEEM. We work closely with many other teams, including our own Planners, Archaeologists, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners and Engineers. With a culture of openness, there is always someone within the business who can provide advice and support for almost any query. At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting For more information on our company, please visit our website. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tetra Tech positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or parental leave. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 07, 2024
Full time
Are you a Senior Ecologist looking for flexibility to balance site work with your home life? Or an experienced Consultant Ecologist ambitious to make a step up with the support of a diverse network of ecology experts and underpinned by a defined career pathway? About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.Tetra Tech Ecology team won the CIEEM Large Consultancy of the Year Award and Large Scale Mitigation Award in 2023. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They help our clients succeed, our business prosper and the communities we work in thrive. We need the very best designers, project managers, engineers, surveyors, town planners, environmental specialists and business service professionals to maintain our reputation as a market leader. We do this by taking care of our people; offering fantastic flexible benefits, providing personal and professional development, and giving employees the opportunity to work on exciting and ground-breaking projects. We dont want Tetra Tech to be just your next role, we want it to be a step-change in your career and ultimately a move that you are proud to have made. The Role: As Tetra Tech builds on its demonstrable track record as one of the leading global Environmental consultancies, we are seeking a talented?Senior Ecologist to join our north east team. With ambitions to grow our UK presence to emulate the success of the global business, we are looking for an experienced ecologist to join our established network of over 95 ecologists with the energy to contribute to a diverse project portfolio. The person in this role will be a confident and competent ecologist and we will encourage professional development in areas that align with their own interests and Tetra Techs business strategy. We encourage our ecologists to lead on projects that align with their technical skillset and expertise and will provide inhouse Project Management training and an array of technical training. With an eye for detail and a desire to deliver to high standards, a key element of this role will be to provide support and feedback to colleagues on project deliverables, drawing on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer professional ecology advice across a breadth of sectors including residential, defence, energy, government services and transport. With over 95 permanent ecologists, we can draw on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. Examples of projects we currently work on include: Bat roost assessment and emergence surveys of Service Family Accommodation Protected species surveys of wind turbine sites with associated ES chapters and HRA Ecological Appraisal and associated protected species surveys of solar farms and BESS sites We Lead with Science and we encourage our team to share their findings with the industry (subject to sensitivities of timings and client permissions). We also encourage research-based elements to be brought into projects and many of the botanical projects we have worked on have resulted in publications and we encourage our team to continue to do this. The role will require work with colleagues from across the wider business on multi-disciplinary opportunities and projects so a willingness to understand how other parts of the business work would be advantageous. Our success is, in part, due to our established and long-lasting relationships with clients and the role will involve working closely with clients across a range of sectors including Residential, Defence, Infrastructure, Energy and Government Services. Given the variety of projects we work on, we are looking for a Senior Ecologist who has strong field skills and ambitions to develop their technical skills in line with project requirements. With support from the regional and national ecology teams, and in line with our defined career framework, general development of expertise across many areas of ecology and particular technical specialisms will be encouraged. We have technical leads within the national team who can mentor and provide advice in key areas. We show our support for professional development through the provision of training, plus bonuses for achieving bat licences and charterships. Flexible Working: We operate fully flexible, hybrid working which allows our ecologists to choose where, how and when they work as long as our clients are receiving the high-quality service they expect. We focus on talent and skills, not postcode. The role will require site work as well as working closely with ecologists, clients and colleagues from other teams so may require some time at an office or alternative working space to suit those involved. We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced or compressed hours and flexible start or finish times. We can offer a range of solutions to help you get the most out of your work / life balance. We are supportive of flexible working but will require you to attend offices, events or sites as necessary to deliver the role. About the Team: Multi-award winning Ecology team; recently winning CIEEM Large Consultancy of the Year and Large Scale Mitigation project in 2023. Over 95 permanent ecologists across 13 offices working as one cohesive team. Time away from home minimised. IT systems allow seamless remote and flexible working, so proximity to an office is not a barrier we focus on talents & skills, not postcode. Our ecologists can work on the projects that interest them and deliver them to the highest standards. Cars or car allowances to every member of the team regardless of grade, including for personal use. Established TOIL system to allow time management to suit specific personal needs alongside seasonal demands. Career frameworks provide clarity on how to progress. We encourage the development of well-rounded ecologists who can talk about all stages of a project. We offer extensive internal and external training and mentoring, including from our inhouse experts along with all team face to face training. Bat handling licence incentivisation scheme to thank ecologists who spend time and effort in achieving their licence - we know it's not easy! And to show our support of personal development, we award a significant financial bonus to anyone achieving Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist status through CIEEM. We work closely with many other teams, including our own Planners, Archaeologists, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners and Engineers. With a culture of openness, there is always someone within the business who can provide advice and support for almost any query. At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting For more information on our company, please visit our website. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tetra Tech positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or parental leave. JBRP1_UKTJ
Ecologist Guildford 30,000- 37,000 I am pleased to announce that we are looking for an Ecologist to join an exciting team in Guildford! This role is with a reputable consultancy who work alongside the client, authorities, and other consultants to provide excellently executed ecological services. This consultancy provides excellent training opportunity and support to gain protected species licences! What are the Benefits? Competitive salary and progression opportunities. Generous holiday with brilliant benefits package. Excellent training opportunities! What are the Responsibilities? Extended phase 1 habitat surveys. A range of species surveys such as great crested newts, bats, reptiles, badgers and birds. Report writing in relation to PEAs, EcIAs and species survey reports. What are the Requirements? A degree in Ecology or a relevant discipline. Experience in performing a range of ecological surveys to identify ecological constraints. Brilliant report writing skills. If you are interested in this role, please do not hesitate to call Hannah Parker on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed).
May 07, 2024
Full time
Ecologist Guildford 30,000- 37,000 I am pleased to announce that we are looking for an Ecologist to join an exciting team in Guildford! This role is with a reputable consultancy who work alongside the client, authorities, and other consultants to provide excellently executed ecological services. This consultancy provides excellent training opportunity and support to gain protected species licences! What are the Benefits? Competitive salary and progression opportunities. Generous holiday with brilliant benefits package. Excellent training opportunities! What are the Responsibilities? Extended phase 1 habitat surveys. A range of species surveys such as great crested newts, bats, reptiles, badgers and birds. Report writing in relation to PEAs, EcIAs and species survey reports. What are the Requirements? A degree in Ecology or a relevant discipline. Experience in performing a range of ecological surveys to identify ecological constraints. Brilliant report writing skills. If you are interested in this role, please do not hesitate to call Hannah Parker on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed).
This role will involve working with teams and projects that are run from the London office, however we encourage candidates to apply from different locations if they are willing to travel to London. In either instance there is an expectation for occasional site work and office work in other Ramboll UK offices. Are you ready to take the next step in your ecology career and lead a team? Are you looking for a role where you can work with high-calibre specialists across disciplines to make a real difference? Do you want to work at a company that truly puts sustainability first? If this sounds like you, or you're curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Ecosystems Solutions department as our new Managing Consultant/Associate in Ecology and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future. Your new role As our new Managing Consultant/Associate in Ecology, you will be managing a team of ecologists as well as managing and assisting with a range of projects spanning several sectors. Project work will be varied, covering a broad range of ecology services including EIA and HRA and public, commercial, residential, transport and energy projects. The role will also involve reporting, ecological mitigation design and liaising with relevant stakeholders. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding team delivering on key projects and to further develop a variety of skills within the environmental consultancy sector. Your key responsibilities will be: Main point of contact for Ramboll project managers and other Ramboll disciplines in the office; main point of contact with clients, partner organisations and sub-consultants Managing projects including ecology input to large scale projects Delivering technical work on complex projects on time and managing them to budget Business development, fee proposal preparation and client relationship management Effective resource planning, management and mentoring of an ecology team in a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment Supervision and management of sub-consultants. Managing and planning ecological surveys and producing and reviewing high quality reports including habitat and species surveys (e.g. Preliminary Ecological Appraisal, Ecological Impact Assessment, ES Chapters) Liaising with ecological regulators and planning authorities Your new team You will be part of a specialist team including ecologists, nature based solutions specialists and ecotoxicologists delivering work in support of sustainable development, including biodiversity net gain, natural capital accounting and ecosystem services. We are a growing, ambitious and diverse team with a unique integrated approach; the team is dynamic and friendly, delivering work for a range of clients. Our team is small enough that you will get to know everyone and feel you have a significant role to play, big enough that there are people to bounce ideas off and with a range of different specialists and we are doing some interesting work on nature positive/corporate BNG work/renewables. There is an interesting variety of work and opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in a variety of other environmental disciplines. About you From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success. These include: Member of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CEnv or CEcol desirable) Protected species licence(s) (bats would be advantageous), in particular experience of named ecologist on European Protected Species Mitigation Licence(s), Low Impact Class Licences or badger development licences. Appropriate BSc or equivalent qualification (MSc in a relevant environmental discipline is desirable but not essential) Capable of producing clear and concise deliverables to a high technical standard Highly organised and able to work efficiently and effectively to deadlines Good knowledge of relevant environmental/ecology legislation An understanding of the UK planning system in relation to development and the integration of ecology Proficient user of MS Office software Full clean UK driving licence What we can offer you : Flexible work environment 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Matched pension contributions Private medical cover and life assurance Investment in your development Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company Work at the heart of sustainable change Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start - and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential. Ready to join us? Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc. We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll's supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team. Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application. Ramboll in the United Kingdom Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices working towards a more sustainable future. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. Strong values guide what we do and drive an inclusive, collaborative, and highly flexible culture that values people and ideas. Explore and nurture your own passion, expertise, and creativity at Ramboll through work that benefits our people, partners, nature, and society. An equal opportunity employer Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics, in addition to the Protected Characteristics as set out in the Equality Act, (2010). As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. When you join Ramboll, you'll have the ability to work your hours flexibly through our positive and inclusive approach to work. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Buildings, Transport, Energy, Environment & Health, Water and Management Consulting
May 07, 2024
Full time
This role will involve working with teams and projects that are run from the London office, however we encourage candidates to apply from different locations if they are willing to travel to London. In either instance there is an expectation for occasional site work and office work in other Ramboll UK offices. Are you ready to take the next step in your ecology career and lead a team? Are you looking for a role where you can work with high-calibre specialists across disciplines to make a real difference? Do you want to work at a company that truly puts sustainability first? If this sounds like you, or you're curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Ecosystems Solutions department as our new Managing Consultant/Associate in Ecology and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future. Your new role As our new Managing Consultant/Associate in Ecology, you will be managing a team of ecologists as well as managing and assisting with a range of projects spanning several sectors. Project work will be varied, covering a broad range of ecology services including EIA and HRA and public, commercial, residential, transport and energy projects. The role will also involve reporting, ecological mitigation design and liaising with relevant stakeholders. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding team delivering on key projects and to further develop a variety of skills within the environmental consultancy sector. Your key responsibilities will be: Main point of contact for Ramboll project managers and other Ramboll disciplines in the office; main point of contact with clients, partner organisations and sub-consultants Managing projects including ecology input to large scale projects Delivering technical work on complex projects on time and managing them to budget Business development, fee proposal preparation and client relationship management Effective resource planning, management and mentoring of an ecology team in a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment Supervision and management of sub-consultants. Managing and planning ecological surveys and producing and reviewing high quality reports including habitat and species surveys (e.g. Preliminary Ecological Appraisal, Ecological Impact Assessment, ES Chapters) Liaising with ecological regulators and planning authorities Your new team You will be part of a specialist team including ecologists, nature based solutions specialists and ecotoxicologists delivering work in support of sustainable development, including biodiversity net gain, natural capital accounting and ecosystem services. We are a growing, ambitious and diverse team with a unique integrated approach; the team is dynamic and friendly, delivering work for a range of clients. Our team is small enough that you will get to know everyone and feel you have a significant role to play, big enough that there are people to bounce ideas off and with a range of different specialists and we are doing some interesting work on nature positive/corporate BNG work/renewables. There is an interesting variety of work and opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in a variety of other environmental disciplines. About you From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success. These include: Member of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CEnv or CEcol desirable) Protected species licence(s) (bats would be advantageous), in particular experience of named ecologist on European Protected Species Mitigation Licence(s), Low Impact Class Licences or badger development licences. Appropriate BSc or equivalent qualification (MSc in a relevant environmental discipline is desirable but not essential) Capable of producing clear and concise deliverables to a high technical standard Highly organised and able to work efficiently and effectively to deadlines Good knowledge of relevant environmental/ecology legislation An understanding of the UK planning system in relation to development and the integration of ecology Proficient user of MS Office software Full clean UK driving licence What we can offer you : Flexible work environment 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Matched pension contributions Private medical cover and life assurance Investment in your development Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company Work at the heart of sustainable change Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start - and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential. Ready to join us? Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc. We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll's supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team. Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application. Ramboll in the United Kingdom Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices working towards a more sustainable future. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. Strong values guide what we do and drive an inclusive, collaborative, and highly flexible culture that values people and ideas. Explore and nurture your own passion, expertise, and creativity at Ramboll through work that benefits our people, partners, nature, and society. An equal opportunity employer Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics, in addition to the Protected Characteristics as set out in the Equality Act, (2010). As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. When you join Ramboll, you'll have the ability to work your hours flexibly through our positive and inclusive approach to work. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Buildings, Transport, Energy, Environment & Health, Water and Management Consulting
Are you a Senior Ecologist looking for flexibility to balance site work with your home life? Or an experienced Consultant Ecologist ambitious to make a step up with the support of a diverse network of ecology experts and underpinned by a defined career pathway? About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.Tetra Tech Ecology team won the CIEEM Large Consultancy of the Year Award and Large Scale Mitigation Award in 2023. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They help our clients succeed, our business prosper and the communities we work in thrive. We need the very best designers, project managers, engineers, surveyors, town planners, environmental specialists and business service professionals to maintain our reputation as a market leader. We do this by taking care of our people; offering fantastic flexible benefits, providing personal and professional development, and giving employees the opportunity to work on exciting and ground-breaking projects. We dont want Tetra Tech to be just your next role, we want it to be a step-change in your career and ultimately a move that you are proud to have made. The Role: As Tetra Tech builds on its demonstrable track record as one of the leading global Environmental consultancies, we are seeking a talented?Senior Ecologist to join our north east team. With ambitions to grow our UK presence to emulate the success of the global business, we are looking for an experienced ecologist to join our established network of over 95 ecologists with the energy to contribute to a diverse project portfolio. The person in this role will be a confident and competent ecologist and we will encourage professional development in areas that align with their own interests and Tetra Techs business strategy. We encourage our ecologists to lead on projects that align with their technical skillset and expertise and will provide inhouse Project Management training and an array of technical training. With an eye for detail and a desire to deliver to high standards, a key element of this role will be to provide support and feedback to colleagues on project deliverables, drawing on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer professional ecology advice across a breadth of sectors including residential, defence, energy, government services and transport. With over 95 permanent ecologists, we can draw on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. Examples of projects we currently work on include: Bat roost assessment and emergence surveys of Service Family Accommodation Protected species surveys of wind turbine sites with associated ES chapters and HRA Ecological Appraisal and associated protected species surveys of solar farms and BESS sites We Lead with Science and we encourage our team to share their findings with the industry (subject to sensitivities of timings and client permissions). We also encourage research-based elements to be brought into projects and many of the botanical projects we have worked on have resulted in publications and we encourage our team to continue to do this. The role will require work with colleagues from across the wider business on multi-disciplinary opportunities and projects so a willingness to understand how other parts of the business work would be advantageous. Our success is, in part, due to our established and long-lasting relationships with clients and the role will involve working closely with clients across a range of sectors including Residential, Defence, Infrastructure, Energy and Government Services. Given the variety of projects we work on, we are looking for a Senior Ecologist who has strong field skills and ambitions to develop their technical skills in line with project requirements. With support from the regional and national ecology teams, and in line with our defined career framework, general development of expertise across many areas of ecology and particular technical specialisms will be encouraged. We have technical leads within the national team who can mentor and provide advice in key areas. We show our support for professional development through the provision of training, plus bonuses for achieving bat licences and charterships. Flexible Working: We operate fully flexible, hybrid working which allows our ecologists to choose where, how and when they work as long as our clients are receiving the high-quality service they expect. We focus on talent and skills, not postcode. The role will require site work as well as working closely with ecologists, clients and colleagues from other teams so may require some time at an office or alternative working space to suit those involved. We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced or compressed hours and flexible start or finish times. We can offer a range of solutions to help you get the most out of your work / life balance. We are supportive of flexible working but will require you to attend offices, events or sites as necessary to deliver the role. About the Team: Multi-award winning Ecology team; recently winning CIEEM Large Consultancy of the Year and Large Scale Mitigation project in 2023. Over 95 permanent ecologists across 13 offices working as one cohesive team. Time away from home minimised. IT systems allow seamless remote and flexible working, so proximity to an office is not a barrier we focus on talents & skills, not postcode. Our ecologists can work on the projects that interest them and deliver them to the highest standards. Cars or car allowances to every member of the team regardless of grade, including for personal use. Established TOIL system to allow time management to suit specific personal needs alongside seasonal demands. Career frameworks provide clarity on how to progress. We encourage the development of well-rounded ecologists who can talk about all stages of a project. We offer extensive internal and external training and mentoring, including from our inhouse experts along with all team face to face training. Bat handling licence incentivisation scheme to thank ecologists who spend time and effort in achieving their licence - we know it's not easy! And to show our support of personal development, we award a significant financial bonus to anyone achieving Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist status through CIEEM. We work closely with many other teams, including our own Planners, Archaeologists, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners and Engineers. With a culture of openness, there is always someone within the business who can provide advice and support for almost any query. At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting For more information on our company, please visit our website. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tetra Tech positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or parental leave. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 07, 2024
Full time
Are you a Senior Ecologist looking for flexibility to balance site work with your home life? Or an experienced Consultant Ecologist ambitious to make a step up with the support of a diverse network of ecology experts and underpinned by a defined career pathway? About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.Tetra Tech Ecology team won the CIEEM Large Consultancy of the Year Award and Large Scale Mitigation Award in 2023. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They help our clients succeed, our business prosper and the communities we work in thrive. We need the very best designers, project managers, engineers, surveyors, town planners, environmental specialists and business service professionals to maintain our reputation as a market leader. We do this by taking care of our people; offering fantastic flexible benefits, providing personal and professional development, and giving employees the opportunity to work on exciting and ground-breaking projects. We dont want Tetra Tech to be just your next role, we want it to be a step-change in your career and ultimately a move that you are proud to have made. The Role: As Tetra Tech builds on its demonstrable track record as one of the leading global Environmental consultancies, we are seeking a talented?Senior Ecologist to join our north east team. With ambitions to grow our UK presence to emulate the success of the global business, we are looking for an experienced ecologist to join our established network of over 95 ecologists with the energy to contribute to a diverse project portfolio. The person in this role will be a confident and competent ecologist and we will encourage professional development in areas that align with their own interests and Tetra Techs business strategy. We encourage our ecologists to lead on projects that align with their technical skillset and expertise and will provide inhouse Project Management training and an array of technical training. With an eye for detail and a desire to deliver to high standards, a key element of this role will be to provide support and feedback to colleagues on project deliverables, drawing on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer professional ecology advice across a breadth of sectors including residential, defence, energy, government services and transport. With over 95 permanent ecologists, we can draw on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. Examples of projects we currently work on include: Bat roost assessment and emergence surveys of Service Family Accommodation Protected species surveys of wind turbine sites with associated ES chapters and HRA Ecological Appraisal and associated protected species surveys of solar farms and BESS sites We Lead with Science and we encourage our team to share their findings with the industry (subject to sensitivities of timings and client permissions). We also encourage research-based elements to be brought into projects and many of the botanical projects we have worked on have resulted in publications and we encourage our team to continue to do this. The role will require work with colleagues from across the wider business on multi-disciplinary opportunities and projects so a willingness to understand how other parts of the business work would be advantageous. Our success is, in part, due to our established and long-lasting relationships with clients and the role will involve working closely with clients across a range of sectors including Residential, Defence, Infrastructure, Energy and Government Services. Given the variety of projects we work on, we are looking for a Senior Ecologist who has strong field skills and ambitions to develop their technical skills in line with project requirements. With support from the regional and national ecology teams, and in line with our defined career framework, general development of expertise across many areas of ecology and particular technical specialisms will be encouraged. We have technical leads within the national team who can mentor and provide advice in key areas. We show our support for professional development through the provision of training, plus bonuses for achieving bat licences and charterships. Flexible Working: We operate fully flexible, hybrid working which allows our ecologists to choose where, how and when they work as long as our clients are receiving the high-quality service they expect. We focus on talent and skills, not postcode. The role will require site work as well as working closely with ecologists, clients and colleagues from other teams so may require some time at an office or alternative working space to suit those involved. We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced or compressed hours and flexible start or finish times. We can offer a range of solutions to help you get the most out of your work / life balance. We are supportive of flexible working but will require you to attend offices, events or sites as necessary to deliver the role. About the Team: Multi-award winning Ecology team; recently winning CIEEM Large Consultancy of the Year and Large Scale Mitigation project in 2023. Over 95 permanent ecologists across 13 offices working as one cohesive team. Time away from home minimised. IT systems allow seamless remote and flexible working, so proximity to an office is not a barrier we focus on talents & skills, not postcode. Our ecologists can work on the projects that interest them and deliver them to the highest standards. Cars or car allowances to every member of the team regardless of grade, including for personal use. Established TOIL system to allow time management to suit specific personal needs alongside seasonal demands. Career frameworks provide clarity on how to progress. We encourage the development of well-rounded ecologists who can talk about all stages of a project. We offer extensive internal and external training and mentoring, including from our inhouse experts along with all team face to face training. Bat handling licence incentivisation scheme to thank ecologists who spend time and effort in achieving their licence - we know it's not easy! And to show our support of personal development, we award a significant financial bonus to anyone achieving Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist status through CIEEM. We work closely with many other teams, including our own Planners, Archaeologists, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners and Engineers. With a culture of openness, there is always someone within the business who can provide advice and support for almost any query. At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting For more information on our company, please visit our website. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tetra Tech positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or parental leave. JBRP1_UKTJ
Ricardo Energy & Environment
Portsmouth, Hampshire
Role Title: Ecological Consultant Salary: 26,000 - 35,000 Location: Harwell / London / Manchester/ Bristol / flexible About Ricardo Ricardo is looking for a consultant level terrestrial ecologist, to join our team of ecologists who sit within our diverse and highly skilled environmental service sector. Ricardo Energy & Environment (REE) is a leading sustainability consultancy combining energy, climate change, environmental and chemical risk expertise with strong IT and economics capability. Operating across the world, we work in partnership with our clients to help transform the way they work, empowering business leaders with award winning consultancy advice. With unrivalled sector insight and a reputation for producing innovative solutions, we offer a stimulating and rewarding environment in which to work. The Role: * The position offers the opportunity to support a diverse range of projects and clients across the UK and occasionally beyond. * Your role will involve project management and implementation of ecological assessments, plus the coordination of associated surveys, consultation and mitigation in support of our clients' proposals and operations. * You will also be expected to hold or to apply for an oversee protected species mitigation licences for your areas of expertise. * You will be involved in managing the technical work of more junior staff and sub-consultants and (depending on experience) managing projects and their direction too. There will also be team leadership opportunities as the team expands. * The nature of the role and the dynamic of the team provides a wealth of opportunities to explore your interests and carry out a range of tasks and functions within terrestrial ecology, as well as a range of related disciplines. * There is also a degree of flexibility over which facets of the role you become most invested in: be it a more technical focus; project management; developing bids and tenders; or a more generalist role. * We work for a range of clients including government departments, councils, utility companies and not for profit organisations as well as commercial and infrastructure clients. * Whilst the key competencies and desirable experience is listed below; the list in not exclusive and we are willing to discuss applications from candidates who are particularly strong in certain areas, but who may not meet all the criteria listed below. Key competencies and experience: * A degree in a relevant subject, such as ecology or other biological sciences * Previous experience of consultancy * Graduate or Associate membership of CIEEM. * Experience of planning and conducting ecological surveys, including aquatic surveys, PEA/Phase 1 habitat survey and protected species surveys and providing mitigation recommendations. * A thorough understanding of undertaking surveys safely and to the right quality standard. * Good report writing skills, especially ecological survey reports and assessments. * Experience of project management and/or preparation of ecology proposals and tenders. * A good understanding of wildlife legislation, the planning process, EIA and, ideally Habitats Regulations Assessment. * Broad ecological survey experience with demonstrable proficiency in particular protected species surveys and/or habitat surveys and providing mitigation recommendations * At least one protected species survey licence (not including GCN) * A full UK driver's licence is essential Desirable: * Multiple protected species survey licences (ideally in both England and Wales) * Experience of writing thorough and complex reports and assessments, such as HRA stages 1 - 4 and Environmental Statement chapters * Experience of ecological assessment for the water sector * A chartered member of a professional body (CEnv or CEcol) Working here: This is an exciting and rewarding place to work, with the opportunity to make a difference. You will have a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with us through our broad range of projects, mentoring opportunities and a personalised approach to your learning and development. We are always keen to hear from people who have driven, ambition and a flair for innovative thinking. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach. Our People are important to us and we take pride in our wellbeing programmes and policies that support individuals including flexible working, carers policy, mental health first aiders and readily available support through our extensive Employee Assistance programme. Once you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases, we may start to review applications prior to the closing date. Ricardo Energy & Environment has an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach as explained here.
Dec 05, 2021
Full time
Role Title: Ecological Consultant Salary: 26,000 - 35,000 Location: Harwell / London / Manchester/ Bristol / flexible About Ricardo Ricardo is looking for a consultant level terrestrial ecologist, to join our team of ecologists who sit within our diverse and highly skilled environmental service sector. Ricardo Energy & Environment (REE) is a leading sustainability consultancy combining energy, climate change, environmental and chemical risk expertise with strong IT and economics capability. Operating across the world, we work in partnership with our clients to help transform the way they work, empowering business leaders with award winning consultancy advice. With unrivalled sector insight and a reputation for producing innovative solutions, we offer a stimulating and rewarding environment in which to work. The Role: * The position offers the opportunity to support a diverse range of projects and clients across the UK and occasionally beyond. * Your role will involve project management and implementation of ecological assessments, plus the coordination of associated surveys, consultation and mitigation in support of our clients' proposals and operations. * You will also be expected to hold or to apply for an oversee protected species mitigation licences for your areas of expertise. * You will be involved in managing the technical work of more junior staff and sub-consultants and (depending on experience) managing projects and their direction too. There will also be team leadership opportunities as the team expands. * The nature of the role and the dynamic of the team provides a wealth of opportunities to explore your interests and carry out a range of tasks and functions within terrestrial ecology, as well as a range of related disciplines. * There is also a degree of flexibility over which facets of the role you become most invested in: be it a more technical focus; project management; developing bids and tenders; or a more generalist role. * We work for a range of clients including government departments, councils, utility companies and not for profit organisations as well as commercial and infrastructure clients. * Whilst the key competencies and desirable experience is listed below; the list in not exclusive and we are willing to discuss applications from candidates who are particularly strong in certain areas, but who may not meet all the criteria listed below. Key competencies and experience: * A degree in a relevant subject, such as ecology or other biological sciences * Previous experience of consultancy * Graduate or Associate membership of CIEEM. * Experience of planning and conducting ecological surveys, including aquatic surveys, PEA/Phase 1 habitat survey and protected species surveys and providing mitigation recommendations. * A thorough understanding of undertaking surveys safely and to the right quality standard. * Good report writing skills, especially ecological survey reports and assessments. * Experience of project management and/or preparation of ecology proposals and tenders. * A good understanding of wildlife legislation, the planning process, EIA and, ideally Habitats Regulations Assessment. * Broad ecological survey experience with demonstrable proficiency in particular protected species surveys and/or habitat surveys and providing mitigation recommendations * At least one protected species survey licence (not including GCN) * A full UK driver's licence is essential Desirable: * Multiple protected species survey licences (ideally in both England and Wales) * Experience of writing thorough and complex reports and assessments, such as HRA stages 1 - 4 and Environmental Statement chapters * Experience of ecological assessment for the water sector * A chartered member of a professional body (CEnv or CEcol) Working here: This is an exciting and rewarding place to work, with the opportunity to make a difference. You will have a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with us through our broad range of projects, mentoring opportunities and a personalised approach to your learning and development. We are always keen to hear from people who have driven, ambition and a flair for innovative thinking. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach. Our People are important to us and we take pride in our wellbeing programmes and policies that support individuals including flexible working, carers policy, mental health first aiders and readily available support through our extensive Employee Assistance programme. Once you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases, we may start to review applications prior to the closing date. Ricardo Energy & Environment has an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach as explained here.