Senior Ecologist

RSK Group; Redhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Redhill is seeking a Senior Ecologist to lead field surveys, mentor junior staff, and produce high-quality ecological reports. The role offers diverse project work, including habitat restoration and biodiversity initiatives. Successful candidates will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a full membership of CIEEM. The position supports professional development and offers flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Income Protection

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Mental Health Support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in ecology.
• Experience with ecological report writing.
• Ability to work away from home as required.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing field surveys.
• Line managing and mentoring junior ecologists.
• Writing and reviewing ecological deliverables.
• Supporting habitat restoration/creation projects.

Skills

experience of a range of habitat and/or species surveys

experience of writing ecological reports to a high standard

hold or working towards protected species licence

hold a full UK driving licence

Education

Full membership of CIEEM

Job description

The Vacancy

Following several recent framework successes in the South, Binnies is seeking Senior Ecologists to join our growing team of ecologists and environmental professionals based in Redhill, and to contribute to the continued success of our national Ecology Team.

You will get the opportunity to work on a wide portfolio of projects, from nationally significant infrastructure projects to smaller scale river restoration. Our portfolio of work includes flood, coastal and maritime projects, water utilities, transport and renewable power.

One of our newest projects is SESRO (South East Strategic Reservoir Option). SESRO is a 150 million cubic metre reservoir near Abingdon, which is also seeking to provide opportunities to create new habitats and increase biodiversity. https://thames-wrmp.co.uk/projects/sesro/. There is opportunity to have a key role on this project if that is your interest.

Binnies is a registered Ecological (CIEEM) and Landscape Practice (Landscape Institute) and hold the IEMA (now ISEP) EIA Quality Mark, which is a benchmark of our high standards in Ecological and EIA delivery. Binnies are also a sponsor of the Association of Environmental Clerk of Works.

We have an active and supportive ecological community of practice. We will proactively help you through your pathway to chartership if not already obtained, and develop your skillsets in any particular areas of ecology. You will also benefit from technical, leadership and H&S training and paid membership of two professional institutions.

About the Role

• Leading and managing field surveys.
• Line managing and mentoring more junior ecologists.
• Writing and review of a range of ecological deliverables including: BNG assessment reports, preliminary ecological reports, EcIA, planning documents, HRA and other consents.
• Supporting design of habitat restoration/creation and mitigation schemes and preparing management and monitoring plans.
• Undertaking BNG calculations.
• Management, checking and presentation of ecological data.
• Ecological Clerk of Works.

If you would like to discuss the role in advance of making a formal application please contact our Environmental Services leader Emma Stevens at [e-mail] or through LinkedIn.

Essential Requirements

We would welcome applicants with a minimum of 5 years experience and full membership of CIEEM. You should also possess and be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and knowledge:

• experience of a range of habitat and/or species surveys
• experience of writing ecological reports to a high standard
• hold or working towards protected species licence and/or FISC levels
• hold a full UK driving licence.

The nature of ecology survey work will also require some working away from home in order to deliver specific contracts, although we always seek to keep this to a minimum.

Desirable experience includes:

• experience of using BNG metrics
• previous consultancy experience

Why join us

Would you like to work in a business where you feel empowered to grow? Where there is no place for criticism or discrimination? A place where people are mindful and respectful? If so, then Binnies is the place for you.

We have a strong 'ENGAGED' culture that runs through everything we do. Evolved over 100 years, we have a culture of caring, where our employee's wellbeing and work-life balance are priorities, in fact we have industry leading flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive working environment, where a diverse workforce is supported to grow and develop.
The successful applicant will go from being great alone to truly amazing with Binnies.

About Us

We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.

Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.

Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

Benefits

Private Health
Insurance

Income
Protection

High Street
Vouchers

Life
Assurance

Annual Leave
Purchase

Cycle to Work
Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Mental Health
Support

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Sectors

Environment

We create sustainable critical infrastructure across the whole asset life cycle to meet the net zero challenge. We integrate sustainability into everything we do, utilising digital innovation to create value. We de-risk projects through collaborative engagement and holistic thinking which builds inclusive wealth for our clients, stakeholders and communities.

Water

We are engaged in every aspect of the water industry, helping clients efficiently and effectively collect, store, move and treat water and wastewater; plan and manage watersheds; harness the energy embedded in the treatment and movement of water and enhance sustainability. We incorporate leading-edge digital transformation to create more resilient and reliable solutions using data analytics to provide powerful insights.

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