Senior Ecological Consultant

Lucion Services; Redhill; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucion Services Group in England is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our Ecology Team, supporting planning, delivery and management of a growing number of projects across the region.

You will design and oversee ecological surveys, map habitats, conduct protected species assessments, prepare reports, and liaise with clients, consultants and regulators, while upholding our values of integrity, sustainability and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in ecology or related field with 2:1 or higher.
• Associate membership of CIEEM (or higher).
• 3+ years’ experience as an ecologist in a consultancy.
• At least one Natural England protected species licence (Level 1 or above).
• Full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage ecological surveys and mitigation from inception through completion.
• Undertake extended phase 1 habitat surveys to map habitats and assess potential to support notable/protected species.
• Undertake phase 2 surveys for legally protected species.
• Project management for QA purposes.
• Produce a range of ecological reports to a high standard.
• Liaise with clients, professional advisors, contractors and the public.
• Uphold Lucion values of integrity, commitment, empowerment, sustainability, wellbeing and innovation.

Skills

Ecologist experience

Driving licence

CIEEM membership

Education

BSc in ecology or related field

Job description

Who Are We?

Lucion is a purpose-driven, beyond net-zero company, dedicated to protecting people from hazardous environments and protecting the environment from the impacts of people. Our name, Luc (to illuminate) / ion (to take action), reflects our mission, to shed light on challenges and take action.

We facilitate the sustainable development of clients across 12 key sectors worldwide providing risk mitigation services through inspection, assessment and advisory services. Our commitment to quality across those areas is reflected in our ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 accreditations. We are the first choice for a safer and more sustainable future.

Culture and Values

The very nature of what we do ensures that our values are embedded in our daily work and so, has established a clear culture of Integrity, Innovation, Sustainability, Trust and Commitment. The ability to act out our values daily brings purpose to what we do and brings satisfaction to our employees’ work through engagement, motivation and values-based roles.

When you join Lucion, you join more than just a set of work colleagues. We are a like-minded community with a shared vision to protect people and planet.

Role

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Ecologist to join the highly successful Ecology Team, to assist with the planning, delivery and management of an ever-increasing number of exciting projects in England.

How You’ll Contribute

• Designing and managing ecological surveys and associated mitigation from inception through to completion.
• Undertaking extended phase 1 habitat surveys to accurately describe and map habitats and assess their potential to support notable/protected species.
• Undertaking phase 2 surveys for legally protected species.
• Project management for QA purposes.
• Producing a range of ecological reports to a high standard.
• Liaising with clients, professional advisors, contractors and the general public.
• Embodying the Delta-Simons values of integrity, commitment, empowerment, sustainability, wellbeing and innovation.
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships at all levels within the business, with clients, subcontractors and other third parties (regulators, statutory consultees, etc.).

Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject (2:1 or higher)
• Associate membership of CIEEM (or higher)
• 3+ years experience as an Ecologist in a consultancy
• At least one Natural England protected species licence (Level 1 or above)
• Full driving licence

Behaviours You Will Demonstrate

Integrity

• Acts with honesty, respect, fairness and transparency in all of our endeavours and interactions
• Promotes diversity, inclusion and equality in our workplace
• Remains consistent in the quality of the delivery of our actions and behaviours

Innovation

• Empowers one other to challenge the status quo and seek out new opportunities
• Pursues ideas that have the potential to make a positive difference to our community by raising quality or driving improvement
• Flexible and able to adapt to a changing work environment
• Demonstrates resilience and determination by using initiative to be resourceful and work without always being told what to do

Trust

• Always manages sensitive information appropriately
• Listens to our community, giving everyone a voice and working together to find solutions
• Builds trusted relationships at all levels across our community

Commitment

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic to deliver our mission and culture
• Decisive and able to take responsibility for actions
• Understands compliance and the need to follow Group procedures
• Strives for excellence in all that we do

Sustainability

• Contributes to a thriving working environment in which our colleagues can grow and encourage one another to make a positive impact on the world around us
• Committed to supporting environmental, charitable and sustainable practices and initiatives within our workplace