Senior Ecologist: Biodiversity & Net Gain Lead

Arup; City of Edinburgh; Hybride; GBP 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Profit share

Flexible benefits for wellbeing

Career development opportunities

Résumé du poste

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior / Principal Ecologist based in Edinburgh. This role involves preparing ecological reports, conducting field surveys, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience in ecological consulting. The consultancy offers a diverse workload across various projects, including renewable energy and transport, and emphasizes a commitment to a supportive work environment. They also appreciate working towards professional certification, such as CIEEM membership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Zoology, Geography, or Biology.
• Postgraduate qualification in ecological consultancy is advantageous.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• Experience in consulting with a range of ecological experience.
• Experience with BNG and nature-related policies is beneficial.
• Specialism in ornithology, HRA, or aquatic ecology is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Prepare reports like Ecological Impact Assessments and Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
• Advise on habitat restoration and green infrastructure.
• Conduct field surveys including protected species assessments.
• Mentor junior ecologists.

Connaissances

Ecological consulting experience

Field survey work

Mentoring junior staff

Client-facing experience

Understanding of biodiversity strategies

Formation

Bachelor's degree in relevant subject

Postgraduate qualification (MSc in Ecological Consultancy)

Outils

ArcGIS

Description du poste

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior / Principal Ecologist based in Edinburgh. This role involves preparing ecological reports, conducting field surveys, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience in ecological consulting. The consultancy offers a diverse workload across various projects, including renewable energy and transport, and emphasizes a commitment to a supportive work environment. They also appreciate working towards professional certification, such as CIEEM membership.