Lead Marine Ornithology Consultant – EIA & CRM Expert

ERM: Environmental Resources Management; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK seeks an experienced individual to join their Marine Ecology team. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) with a focus on marine ornithology. The role includes managing technical inputs and supporting the development of in-house capabilities in ornithological assessments. With flexibility in working arrangements and a commitment to diversity, this is a great opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + public holidays

6% employer pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Performance-related bonus

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in offshore wind, oil and gas decommissioning, CCS, renewables, and marine aggregates.
• Strong scientific understanding and a track record of marine ornithology and associated impact assessments.
• Experience with public speaking and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality EIA reports and provide specialist advice.
• Manage technical inputs to PEIRs and EIAs from subcontractors.
• Support development of in-house capabilities in ornithology assessments.

Skills

Marine ornithology

Species ecology

Collision Risk Modelling

Population Viability Assessments

Marine biodiversity knowledge

Project management

Education

BSc or MSc in a relevant technical subject

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS packages (ESRI ArcGIS or QGIS)

Job description

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK seeks an experienced individual to join their Marine Ecology team. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) with a focus on marine ornithology. The role includes managing technical inputs and supporting the development of in-house capabilities in ornithological assessments. With flexibility in working arrangements and a commitment to diversity, this is a great opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment.