Part-time Ecology Lead (Temp)

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a part-time Ecology Lead to support their environmental management team. This role involves providing expert ecological advice, leading junior ecologists, and managing consultancy projects across various sectors. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Ecology or a related field and experience with UK legislation. With flexible working arrangements, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact on diverse ecological projects while maintaining a work-life balance. If you are passionate about ecology and looking for a flexible role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunity for permanent position

Remote work options

Qualifications

• Degree in Environment, Ecology or related field is essential.
• Experience in consultancy with UK ecological legislation is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert ecological advice and lead ecological surveys.
• Manage ecology consultancy projects and liaise with clients.

Skills

Ecology experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

Report writing

Knowledge of UK legislation

Education

Degree in Environment or Ecology

Tools

GIS software

Job description

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Client:

Hays

Location:

nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Your new company
My client supports primarily highway projects across the East Midlands, taking them from conception to completion. Their services include maintenance, electrical works, mechanics, construction, environmental, civil engineering and more.
Their environmental team operates across acoustics, contaminated land, ecology, GIS, landscape design and planning. You'll be supporting a team of ecologists who work on a range of projects from major highways, planning, educational buildings, residential to name a few.
Your new role
My client is looking for an experienced Ecologist to join the environmental management & design team, working ideally from Nottinghamshire but open to further afield on a more remote basis.
You will help the ecology team with technical oversight, project management and the delivery of environmental services. Part time role of 2 - 3 days a week.
Main duties will include:

• Provide expert ecological advice to colleagues, clients and external parties
• Lead, coach, and develop junior ecologists
• Lead on ecological surveys (Protected species, habitats and more)
• Ensure successful delivery of ecology consultancy projects
• Client liaising to ensure that financial targets and stakeholder requirements are met

What you'll need to succeed

• A Degree in an Environment, Ecology or related field
• Ecology experience with relevant UK legislation in a consultancy; offering technical oversight for projects
• Ability to lead and support a team
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• A driving license and access to a car - Willingness to travel to Nottingham once a month at least
• Membership with CIEEM - would be desirable
• Holder of one or more protected species licenses; bats, badgers, GCN - would be desirable
• GIS or other relevant software knowledge - would be desirable

What you'll get in return

• £300 - £500 p/day DOE - can be flexible for the right candidate
• Flexible working pattern - open to part or full-time arrangements
• Part time 2 - 3 days a week
• Opportunity to go permanent if you wish and if feasible

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