Ecologist

VolkerWessels UK Ltd.; Hoddesdon; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

VolkerFitzpatrick is seeking a skilled Ecologist to join our team and support the delivery of major infrastructure projects. The role involves site ecological supervision, fieldwork across multiple sites, and the ability to travel between locations as required.

A degree in ecology or biology is essential, with understanding of BNG metrics and a strong work ethic. We value adaptability and practical field experience, and encourage applicants even if not all requirements are met.

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology, biology or related environmental discipline.
• Understanding of BNG metrics.
• Site ecological supervision.
• Strong work ethic and adaptability.
• Experience in ecological fieldwork desirable.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of major infrastructure projects with ecological expertise.
• Site ecological supervision and monitoring across sites.

Skills

BNG metrics understanding

Site ecological supervision

Strong work ethic

Adaptability

Ecological fieldwork experience

Outdoor work & site travel

Education

Degree in ecology or biology

Job description

VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation’s life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings.

We are looking for a skilled Ecologist to join our team, supporting the delivery of our major infrastructure projects.

About you

• Degree in ecology, biology or related environmental discipline.
• Understanding of BNG metrics.
• Site ecological supervision.
• Strong work ethic and adaptability.
• Experience in ecological fieldwork desirable.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel between sites.

If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
• Flexible working opportunities
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at [e-mail]

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed to [e-mail]

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.