Overview

We have an opportunity to join our friendly team, based at our listed offices in the heart of the creative quarter in Nottingham.

As a commercial subsidiary of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, we see conservation as a core value. When delivering our clients’ projects and objectives, we look for biodiversity net-gain wherever possible and deliver innovative solutions.

The role

We are seeking an individual with the relevant level of consultancy experience and associated protected species licences who should have the following:

  • A good working knowledge of current legislation, policy and industry best practice;
  • Excellent communication, project management and organisational skills
  • A competent bat surveyor (ideally Natural England Class 2, but class 1 applications welcomed)
  • Full driving licence

Applicants with experience of  bat surveys, bat mitigation design and writing technical reports ideally with the experience in being the Named Ecologist on Natural England EPS bat mitigation licence applications will be advantageous.

Benefits of working for us

  • We are a close-knit, friendly and supportive team, with a relaxed office atmosphere.
  • The majority of our projects are within an hour of our office, and as such over-night stays are typically infrequent.
  • You will be involved throughout the project lifecycle – tendering, client liaison, surveying, reporting and monitoring.
  • External and internal training, to enhance your knowledge and progress your career
  • 28 days annual leave plus public holidays
  • Pension scheme with 8% contribution from EMEC
  • Health payment plan
  • Payment of professional membership fees
  • Flexible working options and a healthy work-life balance encouraged

This role may be offered on a full or part time basis.

Closing date: Sunday 23 February 2020
Salary: Up to £24,774pa (pro-rata for part-time) – depending on skills and experience
Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time
Location: The Old Ragged School, Brook Street, Nottingham, NG1 1EA

This vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applicants or when filled, so do not delay your application. 

More information on EMEC and this specific role is available at emec-ecology.co.uk/careers

Job Description & Person Specification
Contact details

How to apply:

If you want to join our team and help to deliver our growth strategy, then send your CV and covering letter to vacancies@emec-ecology.co.uk before the closing date.

If you have questions that are not answered in the supporting information please contact EMEC Ecology on 0115 958 8242.

EMEC Ecology is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our staff.