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Carbon60; Fort William; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbon60 is seeking an experienced Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to support the construction phase on a renewable energy project in the Scottish Highlands. This site-based role requires on-site ecological oversight to safeguard habitats and protected species.

You will monitor construction for compliance with wildlife legislation, manage risks to bats, birds and other species, and collaborate with teams to ensure best practice and thorough site records.

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Conservation Biology or related discipline.
• CIEEM membership (Associate, Full or Chartered).
• Demonstrable ECoW experience on construction, infrastructure, utilities or civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and protected species mitigation.
• Full UK driving licence and CSCS card (or equivalent).
• Experience in highways, rail, energy, water, utilities or renewables.
• CEcol status and protected species survey licences are advantageous.
• SMSTS/SSSTS and First Aid at Work certificates.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction activity for compliance with ecological legislation, planning conditions, permits and licences.
• Supervise works in or next to sensitive ecological areas, including vegetation clearance and habitat management.
• Assess and manage ecological risk to protected species (bats, birds, badgers, reptiles, newts, otters, voles).
• Deliver toolbox talks and site briefings on ecological constraints and best practice.
• Keep detailed site records, inspection reports and photographic evidence, and produce visit reports.
• Liaise with project managers, contractors and other environmental and engineering disciplines to ensure compliance.

Skills

ECoW experience

Wildlife legislation

CIEEM member

CEcol status

Driving licence

CSCS card

SMSTS/SSSTS

First Aid

Degree in Ecology

Education

Degree in Ecology or related field

CIEEM membership

Protected species licences

Job description

Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW): Renewable Energy Infrastructure

Location: Highlands, Scotland (site-based)

Contract: 6 months, with possible extension

Start: ASAP

Full UK Working Rights

About the Opportunity

We're recruiting on behalf of a business delivering major renewable energy infrastructure in the Scottish Highlands. They need an experienced Ecological Clerk of Works to support the construction phase of a live project.

As ECoW, you'll be the main ecological advisor to the construction team. You'll provide on-site oversight and make sure habitats and protected species are safeguarded throughout the build.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor construction activity for compliance with ecological legislation, planning conditions, permits, licences and method statements
• Supervise works in or next to sensitive ecological areas, including vegetation clearance, earthworks and habitat management
• Assess and manage ecological risk to protected species, including bats, breeding birds, badgers, reptiles, great crested newts, otters and water voles
• Deliver toolbox talks and site briefings on ecological constraints and best practice
• Keep detailed site records, inspection reports and photographic evidence, and produce visit reports covering findings and actions
• Liaise with project managers, contractors and other environmental and engineering disciplines to ensure compliance across the site

About You

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Conservation Biology or a related discipline
• CIEEM membership (Associate, Full or Chartered)
• Demonstrable ECoW experience on construction, infrastructure, utilities or civil engineering projects
• Strong working knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and protected species mitigation
• Full UK driving licence and CSCS card (or equivalent)
• Experience in highways, rail, energy, water, utilities or renewables
• Chartered Ecologist (CEcol) status
• Protected species survey licences
• SMSTS/SSSTS
• First Aid at Work