Ecologist

NES Fircroft; Durham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Ecologist to join their dynamic team on a high-profile interconnector project. This role offers a unique opportunity to work hybrid, balancing site supervision with remote work. The Ecologist will be responsible for ensuring compliance with ecological practices and project plans, leveraging their expertise in environmental legislation and surveys. With a commitment to sustainability and ecological integrity, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a positive impact in the field. Join a company that values your contributions and offers exceptional support and benefits for contractors.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an ECoW or Ecologist.
• Degree or diploma in Environment and/or Ecology required.
• Must hold relevant licenses for surveys.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor construction activities for compliance.
• Ensure ecological good practice on high-profile projects.
• Work hybrid between sites and home.

Skills

Ecology

Environmental Compliance

Client Facing

Teamwork

Proactive

Self-Motivated

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Environment or Ecology

Diploma in Environment or Ecology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

NES Fircroft are partnered with an industry leading Power Cabling client actively sourcing for an Ecologist to join an established team on their high profile interconnector project. The Ecologist role will be hybrid between 2 sites and home, supervising and monitoring construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans and ecological good practice.

This role will be inside IR35 (Umbrella / PAYE only). Initial 12 month contract.

Candidate Requirements

1. Degree / diploma or equivalent in Environment and / or Ecology
2. Badger licencing and surveys
3. Bat licence and surveys
4. Reptile surveys
5. GCN surveys
6. Habitat and landscaping scheme experience
7. BNG experience preferable
8. Hold a valid CSCS or CCNSG Card or ability to obtain one to get onto site
9. At least 5 years' experience as an ECoW / Ecologist
10. Hold membership with the Association of ECOW's as an associate member or better (desirable)
11. Have active Continual Professional Development as an ECoW / Ecologist
12. Previously held ECoW positions on large infrastructure projects
13. Fully conversant in Scottish law, legislation and consenting
14. Competent in ensuring compliance with Environmental Plans and Procedures at a site level
15. Must be client facing and feel comfortable monitoring tier contractors
16. Must be proactive, self-motivated and work well in a team
17. Competent in the English language and Microsoft Office

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.