Ecologist

Morson Edge; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched or contributory pension

Online GP service

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Company car and fuel card

My Car Choice EV/hybrid scheme

28 days annual leave

Life assurance

My Rewards discounts

Recommend a friend program

Holiday purchase scheme

Personal Accident Cover

Job summary

We are seeking an ecologist to join M Group Highways on a permanent basis. The role offers hybrid working with 2-3 days from home and offices in Beaconsfield or other locations, plus a company car or allowance.

You will develop an in-house ecology function, support habitat and species surveys, ECoW requirements, licensing, mitigation and Biodiversity Net Gain across diverse contracts.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence.
• Experience in field surveys and reporting (BNG & protected species).
• Knowledge of UK Habitat Classification and BNG assessment.
• Ability to manage priorities and communicate with project teams.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and stay away from home.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consultancy services to manage ecological constraints.
• Collaborate with design, construction and operations teams.
• Support habitat and species surveys and ECoW requirements.
• Assist with impact assessments, licensing and mitigation.
• Contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) initiatives.
• Conduct fieldwork and desk-based assessments across contracts.

Skills

Field surveys

Reporting

Communication

UK Habitat Classification

BNG knowledge

Protected species surveys

Driving licence

Ecological principles

Travel flexibility

Job description

We are looking for an Ecologist for our client on a permanent basis. i Natalie,

The office location is in Beaconsfield. Working from home 2-3 days per week is also available. Company car or allowance is provided.

This can also be based from other office locations including Oxford, Winchester and Cambridge.

Our client: M Group Highways, are supporting the safe transportation and movement of people across the UK.

You'll be joining the Highways team, as the UK's number one highway maintenance contractor, our teams use the latest innovations to create effective solutions.

We are looking for ecologists of all levels to develop our in-house ecology function which is part of an expanding team of environmental specialists.

We are welcoming applicants at various levels from Lead / Principal ecologists, to Field ecologists with a couple of years' experience.

You'll deliver a range of consultancy services both internally and externally to ensure all ecological constraints and opportunities are managed effectively.

You will work collaboratively with design, construction & operational teams. Youll support habitat and species surveys, ECoW requirements, impact assessments, licencing & mitigation, and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG).

You'll will get stuck into both the fieldwork and desk-based activities across a wide range of exciting contracts. With exposure to a large variety of protected species.

Candidates will need:

• Valid UK driving licence
• Experience in field surveys and reporting, including UK Habitat Classification assessment, BNG condition assessment, and protected species surveys
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities and expectations of contract/project management teams through effective communication
• Sound knowledge of ecological principles, legislation, policy, and guidance.
• Willingness to work from office locations regularly, travel across the UK, and stay away from home for short periods when required

Benefits

• Matched or contributory pension scheme
• Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
• Employee assistance programme
• My Rewards portal, access to 1000's of retail discounts
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes
• Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave
• Reward and recognition scheme
• Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from
• My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Recommend a friend - get rewarded for introducing people to us!
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Personal Accident Cover

About M Group

We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. We are one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs.

For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of our hiring process. Some of our roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of our induction.

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