Ecology and Biodiversity Consultant

Arthian Ltd.; Inverness; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Arthian Ltd. in Inverness is seeking an Ecology and Biodiversity Consultant to support the growth of the ecology and biodiversity team in Inverness. You will be involved in ecological surveys and desk-based work across Scotland, contributing to a variety of projects.

We welcome ecologists with at least 2 years' experience, a BSc/MSc in Ecology, and a protected species licence. Occasional UK travel may be required; a full UK driving licence is advantageous.

Qualifications

• BSc and/or MSc in Ecology or related discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).
• The role may require travel across the UK depending on project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the growth and development of the ecology and biodiversity team in Inverness.
• Involved in ecological surveys and desk-based work in Scotland.
• Work on a wide range of projects across all sectors and collaborate with the local team to support project delivery.

Skills

Communication

Willingness to learn

Field surveys

Nesting bird checks

Desk-based assessments

Report writing

Driving licence

Protected species licence

Pricing proposals

Education

BSc/MSc in Ecology

CIEEM membership

Tools

MAGIC

Job description

Central Scotland, England Permanent Full Time

About Us

We are a team of enthusiastic and collaborative planners, designers, environmental consultants, engineers and health & safety professionals. Our client base includes public and private sectors. We have grown significantly over the last few years and now employ 200 individuals across the UK. Teamwork and a people-first culture are at the heart of everything we do and we wish to engage an enthusiastic professional to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

We seek an Ecology and Biodiversity Consultant to support the growth and development of the ecology and biodiversity team in Inverness.We are keen to hear from ecologists with a minimum of 2 years’ experience who have been involved in ecological surveys and desk-based work in Scotland.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to be involved in a wide range of projects across all sectors, as well working closely with a local team to support project delivery in the area.

About You

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A willingness to learn
• Basic understanding or experience of field surveys for some of the following; habitats, birds, bats, water vole, otter, reptiles, invasive plants
• Willingness to work with contracting teams on site whilst undertaking nesting bird checks or Ecological Clerk of Works
• Ability to undertake desk-based assessments, using MAGIC and online resources
• Some experience of contributing to ecological reports or other technical documents
• Full UK driving licence to allow travel to all sites
• A protected species licence holder (Schedule 1 birds, bats, otter, badger and/or water vole)
• Some awareness of commerciality, for example, through contributing to pricing work and writing fee proposals

Qualifications

• BSc and/or MSc in Ecology or related discipline
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)

Additional Information

• The role may require travel (including occasional overnight stays) across the UK, depending on project requirements
• Legal right to live and work in the UK is required
• Competitive salary and benefits

Job Summary

Location Central Scotland, England Team Ecology Contract Type Permanent Working Pattern Full Time