Ecologist (Site Operative)

Wardell Armstrong LLP (part of SLR); City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced ecologists for exciting roles in the wind, rail, and nuclear sectors. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to major infrastructure projects while working alongside skilled teams. Successful candidates will engage in ecology data collection and design mitigation strategies, all while enjoying the benefits of flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment. With a commitment to professional development and competitive perks, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their ecology career in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

1.5x pay for unsocial hours

Group Personal Pension Plan

Payment of professional subscription

24 days annual leave

Private Health Care Scheme

Critical Illness Cover

Life Assurance Policy

Mobile Phone with inclusive tariff

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in ecology or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 12 months experience in site/construction ecology.

Responsibilities

• Collect ecology data and implement mitigation strategies.
• Work with delivery teams on major infrastructure projects.

Skills

Ecology Data Collection

Ecology Mitigation Design

Team Collaboration

Flexible Work Approach

Education

Degree in Ecology or Related Discipline

Tools

CSCS Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Wardell Armstrong is a multidisciplinary Environmental, Engineering, and Mining consultancy providing a broad range of services to the Infrastructure & Energy, Property & Development, and Mining & Minerals Sectors. We have a history going back over 185 years and a reputation for high quality service in the UK and internationally.

The Opportunity:

Due to continued success in delivering ecology/environmental oversight to construction projects, we are looking to appoint experienced site/construction-based ecologists. The role will be open to people seeking 6-month contracts, 12-month contracts or permanent contracts for work in the wind/rail/nuclear sectors. Successful applicants would be expected to stay away from home for an average of four nights a week, sometimes including Sunday nights.

In this exciting role you will:

• Be an integral member of our client's delivery teams on our major infrastructure projects;
• Work alongside ecologists and engineers;
• Be responsible for ecology data collection;
• Be responsible for the design and implementation of ecology mitigation (e.g. management plans, non-licensed method statements, licensed method statements);
• Be responsible for delivering pragmatic and timely solutions to ecological constraints;
• Procure and engage with subcontractors.
  
  

As the successful candidate you will:

• Hold a degree in ecology or a related discipline;
• Hold a white CSCS card;
• Have a minimum of 12 months experience of the same type of work;
• Hold, or be working towards, ‘qualifying member' status, or higher, of CIEEM;
• Have a flexible approach to work and a willingness to develop new ecology field skills, including during unsocial hours (e.g. overnight bat surveys) and often away from home (expenses paid);
• Be willing to work away from home for 3-4 nights a week in paid-for hotels or self-catering accommodation;
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team;
• A full UK driving licence
  
  
  

For all positions we offer:

• 1.5x pay for work carried out during unsocial hours (10pm - 6am);
• Membership of the Firm's Group Personal Pension Plan, with Employer's contribution of up to 5%;
• Payment of a relevant professional subscription;
• 24 days annual leave per year;
• Membership to the Firm's Private Health Care Scheme;
• Inclusion in the Firm's Critical Illness Cover Policy;
• Inclusion in the Firm's Life Assurance Policy, insuring you 3 times your annual salary;
• Mobile Phone with inclusive tariff including personal usage;
• Long service awards