Assistant Ecologist / Ecologist

TN United Kingdom; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has opened up for an Ecologist to join a specialist service provider in Essex. This role involves shaping the ecology and arboriculture team while working on diverse projects within the Environmental and Sustainability division. The company values employee growth and offers extensive training, making it ideal for candidates from various backgrounds. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact in the field of ecology while enjoying fantastic progression routes and support from experienced leaders.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension (4% employer/4% min employee)

Access to a vehicle/fuel card

Phone & laptop

Fantastic progression routes available

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience in Ecology.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with clients and project managers.
• Completing Ecological Impact Assessments.
• Compiling reports on protected species.

Skills

Ecological Impact Assessments

Report Writing

Client Liaison

Ecological Surveys

Education

Ecology-related Degree

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Assistant Ecologist / Ecologist

Location: Essex with Site Travel.

Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 depending on experience

- 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

- Pension (4% employer/4% min employee)

- Access to a vehicle/fuel card

- Phone & laptop

- Fantastic progression routes available with full support

Role Summary

An exciting opportunity has opened up for an Ecologist to join a specialist service provider, who specialise in various aspects within various industries, predominantly rail; including but not limited to: Arboriculture, Environmental, Building works, Pest Control, Minor Civils, Station car parks, Train cleaning, and Line Marking.

Sitting within their Environmental and Sustainability division, with support from the Head of Environment, you will be involved in shaping the ecology and arboriculture team, taking leadership on various projects.

The company values their employees and welcomes candidates from varying sectors with a wealth of knowledge and experience to bring new initiatives and ideas to the team. Rail experience is not essential as all training will be provided, and progression is something they pride themselves on, as shown by long-standing employees who have worked their way up to senior positions through support and guidance.

Key responsibilities for this Ecologist role:

• Liaising with clients, project managers, and stakeholders.
• Completing Ecological Impact Assessments (EIA).
• Liaising with the company's contract managers and project managers internally.
• Working on a varied range of ecological reports, surveys, and inspections.
• Compiling reports on protected species, surveys, and inspections.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience in Ecology.
• An Ecology-related Degree.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Excellent report writing capabilities, with the ability to work to set deadlines.

The following would be advantageous for this Ecologist role:

• Protected species licence(s).
• An understanding of BNG (Biodiversity Net Gain).
• Demonstrate consultancy experience.
• CIEEM membership.

If you are interested in this position, please apply now for full details.

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