Senior Bat Specialist[978612]

TN United Kingdom; Northern Ireland; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Bat Specialist to join their dynamic team in Northern Ireland. This full-time hybrid role offers the flexibility to work from home and on-site, allowing you to manage and oversee ecological projects while conducting vital bat surveys. Your expertise will be crucial in delivering high-quality assessments, reports, and project management, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. If you're passionate about ecology and looking to advance your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Discounted Gym Memberships

Ongoing Career Training

Flexible Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in bat survey and mitigation.
• Membership of CIEEM at an appropriate level.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee medium to large ecological projects.
• Conduct bat surveys and produce technical reports.

Skills

Bat Survey Techniques

Project Management

Technical Writing

Ecological Impact Assessments

Data Analysis

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Tools

Sound Analysis Equipment

Data Interpretation Software

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Senior Bat Specialist[978612], northern ireland

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Client:

RSK Ireland

Location:

northern ireland, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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12

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

This role is a permanent full-time position. It is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work from home and on-site at the office. We seek an ambitious candidate passionate about their discipline, eager to develop their career within a dynamic and rewarding business.

As a Senior (Bat) Ecologist at RSK Ireland, you will be involved in delivering field surveys, assessments, tendering, report writing, and project management for various projects across Ireland.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee medium to large projects and tenders from start to finish.
• Write reports, analyze data, coordinate ecological surveys and mitigation, and produce bat survey reports.
• Conduct bat surveys (PRAs of buildings, structures, trees, emergence/re-entry surveys, activity transects, static detectors) and manage bat mitigation activities (licensing, supervision, monitoring).
• Handle project finances, resource allocation, manage staff and subconsultants, liaise with clients and authorities, ensure risk and quality assurance, and deliver projects on time with effective communication.
• Possess good knowledge of ecology, relevant legislation, survey techniques, and protected species mitigation.
• Design and execute ecological impact assessments and protected species surveys, including bat surveys.
• Produce accurate and professional technical reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Biodiversity Chapters, Ecological Impact Assessments, and Biodiversity Management Plans.
• Review ecological reports prepared by colleagues.
• Assist with business development, including quotations and maintaining client relationships.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure quality project delivery.
• Provide technical advice to clients.
• Perform fieldwork, including out-of-hours surveys and travel.
• Maintain good communication within the ecology team and mentor junior staff.
• Conduct desk-based research and stay updated with industry guidelines and science developments.

Person Specification:

• Extensive experience in bat survey and mitigation, capable of leading on licensed mitigation projects.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience or proven similar experience.
• Valid UK/Irish driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Adherence to CIEEM’s Code of Professional Conduct.
• Membership of CIEEM at an appropriate level.
• Team-oriented, proactive, and able to mentor colleagues.
• Experience with various bat survey types and report writing.
• Familiarity with sound analysis equipment, night vision aids, and data interpretation.
• Possession of personal species-specific licenses (bats, newts, badgers) is desirable.
• Excellent technical writing skills for producing detailed reports and licenses.
• Experience in developing ecological and biodiversity enhancement plans is desirable.

Salary & Benefits:

• Discounted gym memberships
• Ongoing career training and development
• Flexible benefits, including additional holidays, health cash plan, and more

Equal Opportunities: The RSK Group is an equal opportunities employer.