Ecologists
Ecology Solutions
Are you looking to take the next step in your career, with opportunities to progress and grow your skills? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, like reviewing research, and enjoy implementing mitigation strategies to promote ecological sustainability? If so, we want you to be a part of our team!
About Us
Ecology Solutions is a leading consultancy specialising in ecology planning solutions, offering an extensive range of expertise to numerous and diverse high-profile clients within both the public and private sectors. We also have regular interaction with our partner companies specialising in landscape consultancy and ecological mitigation implementation / habitat creation. As we continue to grow, we are seeking talented Ecologists to join our Worcestershire and Hertfordshire offices.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist senior members of staff with day-to-day project management, including managing your own projects in line with your experience.
- Undertake field surveys using UKHab assessments, Biodiversity Net Gain condition assessments, and protected species surveys.
- Support seasonal field surveyors by preparing site plans, risk assessments, and conducting ECoW.
- Keep up to date with appropriate guidance and environmental legislation, including planning processes and/ or Ecological Impact Assessments(EIA) / Habitat Regulation Assessments (HRA).
- Assist with the production of a range of reports including BNG reports, Ecological Assessments, briefing notes, habitat management plans, and ES Chapters.
Qualifications and Skills
- Degree or equivalent experience in an environmental field.
- Experience conducting wildlife surveys and botanical identification.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Confident in Excel and other Microsoft packages.
- Previous use of Kaleidoscope, QGIS, CorelDRAW, or similar software packages.
- Full driving licence, with access to a vehicle, due to the remote location of the office and sites.
The successful candidates will receive a salary of £30,000 - £33,000 pa (dependent on experience), a company pension, and a career framework offering outstanding opportunities for career progression. Staff benefits include a Cycle to Work scheme and Give a Day, Gain a Day charity volunteering scheme. The position will either be office-based or hybrid working.
About Ecology Solutions
Ecology Solutions is a leading ecology consultancy practice. With over 35 years of experience in the field, we provide specialist advice and services to clients in the private and commercial sectors, negotiating extensively with local planning authorities, governmental departments and non-governmental organisations.
We have a particular focus on complex schemes and the effects of development on designated sites, often being called upon to present evidence at public inquiry.
Ecology Solutions is a leading ecology consultancy practice. With over 35 years of experience in the field, we provide specialist advice and services to clients in the private and commercial sectors, negotiating extensively with local planning authorities, governmental departments and non-governmental organisations.We have a particular focus on complex schemes and the effects of development on designated sites, often being called upon to present evidence at public inquiry.
more