Overview

We are seeking enthusiastic, optimistic, conscientious and talented people with excellent communication skills and technical ability in relation to the water environment.  We are particularly interested in individuals who have expertise in freshwater ecology who have experience of the following:

  • Collection, analysis and interpretation of ecological data.
  • Drafting of interpretive reports.
  • Input to EIA chapters, environmental permit applications, environmental enhancement feasibility studies and other public-facing reports.
  • Working with and mentoring junior staff.
  • Working with clients and managing project delivery.

As part of this role, you will play a central part in the delivery of EIAs, Water Environment Regulations Compliance Assessments, environmental permit applications and freshwater habitat restoration projects.

About you

You will have an extensive understanding of the water environment and demonstrable experience of working on a range of development projects, with a relevant degree in an environmental discipline or similar subject (equivalent non-degree qualification will be considered).

 

This role might be right for you if you have:

  • Extensive experience in the delivery of Biodiversity EIA chapters, Habitats Regulations Assessments, Water Environment Regulations Compliance Assessments, water-related consent and licence applications, and technical reports in your favoured discipline.
  • Experience of aquatic macrophytes, invertebrates and/or fish, their habitat requirements, survey methodologies and classification methods.
  • Excellent knowledge and a working understanding of relevant UK environmental legislation, planning policies and permitting regulations.
  • Previous experience of working with the water industry or other sectors that are relevant to our wider work.
  • Experience in advising clients (internal and external) and liaising with stakeholders in respect to water environment aspects.
  • Gained or are working towards membership of CIEEM, IEMA or equivalent.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, organisational, analytical and time management skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills.

And if you are:

  • Dependable, pro-active and self-motivated.
  • Flexible, adaptive and innovative.
  • Willing to travel to visit our other offices, client offices and project sites.

What we can offer you

Ambitious. Exciting. Lively. Collaborative. Dynamic. That’s how our colleagues describe our company. Want to contribute to Enhancing Society with your expertise? Be part of an open network where you’re connected with the brightest and smartest people and technologies? Join us!

You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with development opportunities and support on your career path. We have flexible working models, including part time roles, to ensure a balance of family and working life.

About Royal HaskoningDHV

Royal HaskoningDHV has been connecting people for 140 years. Together, through our expertise and passion, we have helped contribute to a better society and improved people’s lives with work underpinned by our sustainable values and goals. We are an independent international engineering and project management consultancy leading the way in sustainable development and innovation.

Royal HaskoningDHV is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve.

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