Ecologist

CV Bay Ltd; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading services provider to the UK rail industry is seeking an Ecologist to support various ecological projects. This position entails leading ecological impact assessments, preparing species reports, and conducting surveys. Candidates should hold a degree in Ecology or a related field and possess CIEEM membership. The role offers a salary of GBP40,000 plus generous holidays and site travel opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Use of company car for site work

Equipment and training provided

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology or a related discipline.
• CIEEM membership is required.
• Full UK driving license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Leading ecological impact assessments (EIA).
• Preparing various ecological and protected species reports.
• Conducting protected species surveys.
• Collaborating with in-house specialists.
• Liaising with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Report writing

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Ecology (or related discipline)

CIEEM membership

Job description

Ecologist - Rail and Construction sector
Ensuring Environmental & Sustainability
Location: South East England (Essex, Kent, Sussex, Cambridgeshire considered)
Salary: GBP40,000 + 25 days holiday + bank holidays + use of company car for site work

About the Company:

We are a leading services provider to the UK rail industry, delivering specialist Environmental, Arboricultural, Building Works, Fencing and Maintenance solutions nationwide.

With a strong reputation for safety and quality, they operate under ISO accredited systems and hold full audit verification and principal contractor status with the UK's main Rail provider. Our teams are highly trained, rail-competent professionals and accredited by industry bodies.
We specialise exclusively in the railway environment, and deliver first-class services within strict safety parameters, including:

• Management of greenery & ecological site clearance
• Signal visibility clearance and depot greenery control
• Herbicide application and weed control
• Dangerous tree removal and high-level clearance
• Tree surveys, risk assessments & lineside risk surveys
• Liaison on Tree preservation orders and managed ecological strategies

We are now seeking an Ecologist to join our Environmental Division, supporting a diverse portfolio of projects nationwide.

Why join this team?

• Basic salary: GBP40,000 salary
• Holidays: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Travel: Site travel required and the use of a company-pooled car & fuel card for site work
• Equipment and training: All PPE, equipment and Personal Track Safety (PTS) training provided
• Projects: Exciting ecological projects across the rail and infrastructure sectors
• Team: Collaborative, professional team with a strong industry reputation

The Role What you ll be doing

• Leading and supporting Ecological Impact Assessments (EIA)
• Preparing a variety of ecological and protected species reports
• Carrying out protected species surveys
• Working alongside in-house arboricultural and environmental specialists
• Liaising with clients, project managers and stakeholders

About you What we re looking for

• Degree in Ecology (or related discipline)
• CIEEM membership (Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management)
• Full UK driving licence
• Excellent report writing and organisational skills

Locations: We welcome applications from candidates based in:

• Essex
• Kent
• Sussex
• Cambridgeshire (some southern areas bordering Essex)

How to Apply.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company. Send your CV through the link, and we will contact you shortly for a chat about your relevant skills and the role.