Lead Marine Ornithology Consultant – EIA & CRM Expert

ERM: Environmental Resources Management; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking a Marine Ecology Specialist to deliver high-quality environmental impact assessments focused on marine ornithology. The role involves managing technical input to EIA and PEIR reports, providing specialist advice, and contributing to urban development projects in offshore and marine environments. Ideal candidates will have an educational background in relevant technical subjects and a robust understanding of marine biodiversity, with opportunities for career growth and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

6% employer pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Performance-related bonus

Gym membership discounts

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience across various seabed user industries.
• Strong scientific understanding of marine ornithology and related impact assessments.
• Awareness of relevant legislation concerning nature conservation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reports such as scoping reports and EIA chapters.
• Manage technical input to PEIRs and EIAs.
• Support development of in-house capabilities in ornithological assessments.

Skills

Marine ornithology

Collision Risk Modelling (CRM)

Population Viability Assessments (PVA)

Marine biodiversity knowledge

Public speaking

Education

BSc or MSc in a relevant technical subject

Tools

ESRI™ ArcGIS

QGIS

MS Office

Job description

A premier environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking a Marine Ecology Specialist to deliver high-quality environmental impact assessments focused on marine ornithology. The role involves managing technical input to EIA and PEIR reports, providing specialist advice, and contributing to urban development projects in offshore and marine environments. Ideal candidates will have an educational background in relevant technical subjects and a robust understanding of marine biodiversity, with opportunities for career growth and flexible working arrangements.