Planning Co-Ordinator

Adecco; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency in the UK is seeking a Planning Co‑Ordinator to support ecological projects across Essex. The role involves organizing surveys, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and managing data accurately. Ideal candidates will have experience in ecology or environmental science and strong organisational skills. This is a full-time, fully remote position that offers opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on meaningful conservation projects

Professional development and training

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and time-management skills are required.
• Knowledge of ecological survey processes is desirable.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements, including RAMS preparation.

Responsibilities

• Organise and schedule ecological surveys across various sites.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Input and maintain accurate survey data in internal systems.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Knowledge of ecological survey processes

Understanding of health and safety requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree or equivalent experience in ecology or environmental science

Job description

Planning Co‑Ordinator

Location: Essex. Employment Type: Full‑time – Fully Remote with flexible working.

Role Overview

We are seeking an organised and proactive Ecology Coordinator to join our client's conservation team. This role is pivotal in supporting ecological projects across Essex and the surrounding counties, ensuring surveys are delivered efficiently, health and safety standards are met, and data is accurately managed.

Key Responsibilities

• Survey Coordination:
  • Organise and schedule ecological surveys across various sites.
  • Liaise with ecologists and contractors to ensure timely completion of fieldwork.
• Health & Safety Compliance:
  • Prepare and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for all site activities.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Access Management:
  • Submit and track access requests for survey sites.
  • Maintain communication with landowners and stakeholders regarding permissions.
• Data Management:
  • Input and maintain accurate survey data in internal systems.
  • Assist with data quality checks and reporting for project deliverables.
• Administrative Support:
  • Maintain project documentation and records.
  • Support the ecology team with logistics and resource planning.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Knowledge of ecological survey processes and conservation principles (desirable).
• Understanding of health and safety requirements, including RAMS preparation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data entry systems.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with stakeholders and team members.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in ecology, environmental science, or related field (preferred).
• Health & Safety training (e.g., IOSH or similar) advantageous.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on meaningful conservation projects.
• Professional development and training in ecological practices.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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