Senior Ecologist

Andy File Associates Ltd; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead a dynamic team in a multidisciplinary environmental consultancy. This role, primarily office-based with flexible work-from-home options, is perfect for an experienced ecologist with over 10 years in the field. You will be responsible for managing ecological surveys, mentoring junior staff, and liaising with clients on significant projects. The company offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave and a healthcare scheme. Join this forward-thinking consultancy and make a meaningful impact on environmental projects.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual leave increases with service

Healthcare scheme

Life Insurance

Paid professional subscriptions

Employee referral scheme

Pension scheme

Drive Electric car scheme

Long service rewards

Pool car available

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in ecology or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of EU/UK legislation and planning policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage team members and projects.
• Conduct a full range of ecological surveys and produce reports.
• Mentor junior staff and support business development.

Skills

PEA/UK Habitat Survey

Protected species survey

GIS mapping

Report writing

Client liaison

Team leadership

Education

BSc in Ecology

MSc in Environment

Associate CIEEM

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards this permanent position.

Salary range: £35k – £40k per annum

Location: Cambridge

Our client is a multidisciplinary environmental consultancy seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Principal Ecologist, with at least 10 years’ experience (or similar). This role is primarily office-based with the opportunity to work from home 1-2 days per week.

If you meet 80% or more of what our client is looking for, they still want to hear about you! They understand not everyone will meet all the requirements, but you might have the transferable skills or other skills they need. They also offer in-house and external training to learn how to use unfamiliar software.

Qualifications

• Candidate will have a BSc in Ecology (or similar).
• Position based on experience/licence ability.
• MSc Environment (or equivalent).
• Associate CIEEM progressing to Full CIEEM.

Responsibilities

• Leading team members.
• Managing minor aspects of team.
• Planning and resourcing surveys.
• Undertaking full range of surveys, including specialist aspects.
• Producing full range of reports, including specialist.
• Supporting business development.
• Client liaison, including larger/detailed projects.
• Beginning to mentor more junior staff.

Technical Skills

• Specialist in PEA/UK Habitat Survey, including complex sites and rarer habitats.
• Ability to undertake a full range of protected species survey competently and efficiently.
• Ability to undertake specialist surveys.
• Proficient in specialism.
• Hold protected species licences (Basic GCN and Dormouse, specialist i.e. Bat).
• Demonstrable knowledge of EU/UK legislation and planning policy.
• Clearly understands industry standards.
• Developing management and professional skills (outside of ecological technical ability).
• Experience with a range of sectors, proficient in one or two, including a more diverse category (i.e. Quarry, Rail, Road, Energy, Industrial).
• Proficient with all aspects of data collation, interpretation and analysis.
• Proficient mapping ability (including GIS or similar).
• Competent report writing skills, can complete a range of reports to a high standard, efficiently. Developing specialism in certain aspect of reports (i.e. EIA).
• Can peer review more junior staff reports, and assist with the design of templates.
• Providing regular input to fees and tenders.
• Providing input into budget/time management of projects.
• Responsible for regular client/business interaction.
• Able to confidently address client questions regarding course of action, survey requirements, mitigation options etc., with minimal input from PM.
• Assisting with winning work/sourcing new clients.
• Responsible for all team aspects of health and safety.

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual leave increases by one day for every three years of service.
• Healthcare scheme with Benenden health.
• Life Insurance (three times annual salary).
• Access to Wider Wallet Benefits scheme.
• Paid professional subscriptions (Max £750 per year).
• Employee referral scheme.
• Pension scheme (4% employer contribution).
• Drive Electric car scheme.
• Long service rewards.
• Pool car available and car hire available.