Ecologist (Site Operative)

Wardell Armstrong LLP (part of SLR); Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consultancy with over 185 years of experience in environmental and engineering services. We are seeking dedicated ecologists for exciting roles in the wind, rail, and nuclear sectors. This position offers flexible contract options and the chance to work on major infrastructure projects while developing your ecology skills. Enjoy a supportive work environment with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you have a passion for ecology and are ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

1.5x pay for unsocial hours

Group Personal Pension Plan

Payment of professional subscriptions

24 days annual leave

Private Health Care Scheme

Critical Illness Cover Policy

Life Assurance Policy

Mobile phone with inclusive tariff

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in ecology or a related discipline.
• Possess a white CSCS card and have at least 12 months of relevant experience.

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

CSCS Card

Flexibility in Field Skills

Education

Degree in Ecology or Related Discipline

Tools

Ecological Management Plans

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 is open to individuals seeking 6-month, 12-month, or permanent contracts in the wind, rail, or nuclear sectors. Successful applicants should be prepared 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 major infrastructure projects;
• Work alongside ecologists and engineers;
• Be responsible for ecology data collection;
• Design and implement ecology mitigation, including management plans and method statements;
• Deliver 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;
• Possess a white CSCS card;
• Have at least 12 months of relevant experience;
• Be working towards, or hold, 'qualifying member' status or higher of CIEEM;
• Be flexible and willing to develop new ecology field skills, including during unsocial hours and when working away from home (expenses paid);
• Be willing to work away from home 3-4 nights a week in paid-for hotels or self-catering accommodation;
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team;
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

For all positions, we offer:

• 1.5x pay for work during unsocial hours (10pm - 6am);
• Membership of the Firm's Group Personal Pension Plan, with up to 5% employer contribution;
• Payment of relevant professional subscriptions;
• 24 days annual leave;
• 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 use;
• Long service awards.