Overview

A fantastic opportunity to be part of a close knit team working on various projects across the north west and beyond. Offering the benefits of flexible working and the options of either full time or part time working.

The company is seeking to recruit a full-time ecologist to deliver ecological services in relation to a range of large and small projects covering residential, commercial, industrial developments as well as work related to landscape and conservation management. The successful candidate will be required to work within a small team but to be able to deliver ecology output in isolation. The candidate should be technically strong in a variety of fields and commercially competent, with demonstrable experience in ecological consultancy and project management with a willingness to potentially expand this area of work within the practice.

As well as experience in a range of ecological survey work, candidates should have:

  • Environmental related degree;
  • Membership of CIEEM;
  • Experience in Phase 1 and 2 Habitat (NVC) Surveys with assessments in accordance with UKHabitat methodologies and production of maps and reports;
  • Good experience of Ecological Impact Assessment to standard methodologies;
  • Experience in protected species surveying;
  • Hold Level 1 bat licence or be close to obtaining one;
  • Experience using DEFRA Metrics/BNG would be an advantage but not essential;
  • Experience of production of EcIA would be an advantage but not essential;
  • Previous experience in working in private consultancy (would be an advantage but not essential);
  • Experience in liaison with client representatives and project management to progress projects effectively;
  • Ability to find solutions to ecological challenges on projects;
  • Experience of engaging with relevant authorities and stakeholders in projects;
  • Good track record of delivering necessary project outputs within set deadlines;
  • Excellent report writing and oral communication;
  • Current, full UK driving licence.

The role is would suit full applicants however we will consider applicants who are looking for a part time position. The candidate should have access to transport for business use for which mileage expenses would be paid. There is also access to company work vans. The role will require travel, overnight and/or out of hours work at times and may require working away from home. The role offers flexible home working in combination with office hours available and reimbursement of Professional Body Membership fees. To apply for the role please email your CV and covering letter to opportunities@appletons.uk.com