Overview

ADAS, part of the RSK Group, is seeking a Senior Ecological Consultant / Principal Ecological Consultant to join our highly skilled ecology team on a full-time permanent basis (we are happy to consider part-time applicants).

This is a hybrid home and office-based position with flexibility in the split. We are seeking applicants across the whole of the UK, our main offices are located in Aberystwyth, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Leeds, Oxford, Scotland & Wigan but we are happy to consider people based in other areas.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake baseline habitat and species surveys, assessments and reports.
  • Work alone and with our existing ecologists in the wider region to ensure quality projects are delivered on time for our clients.
  • Support other members of the team will specific surveys or ecological skills.
  • Project management and client liaison.
  • Produce technical reports, such as ecological constraints reports, Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, Ecological Impact Assessments, and protected species reports.
  • Review reports produced by colleagues.
  • Support the team with business development.
  • Line management of other staff also an option.

Person Specification

  • Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle and within a commutable distance to our office.
  • Demonstrable experience of ecological consultancy work, including leading on surveys and managing projects.
  • A species licence or be capable of applying for one.
  • Full member of CIEEM or be capable of obtaining that level of membership.
  • Good working knowledge of ecology, legislation, and survey techniques, including protected species surveys and mitigation.
  • Graduate level education in a relevant subject.
  • Excellent written communication skills and be able to produce accurate technical reports to a professional standard.
  • Experience of BNG assessments is ideal but not essential.

Salary and Benefits

  • Senior Ecologist – Up to £39,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.
  • Principal Ecologist – Up to £45,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.
  • Life assurance.
  • A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership.

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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