Technical Deputy Lead[1152253]

Biocensus; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An ecological consultancy firm in the UK is seeking a Technical Lead to coordinate ecology surveys and manage data related to habitat and BNG deliverables. The role involves leading a team of ecologists, assisting in technical assessments, and drafting reports. Ideal candidates will have experience in ecology and hold relevant qualifications. A Full UK driving licence and vehicle use are essential. This is a long-term position supporting a key client in the environmental sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination of ecology surveys and reporting.
• Assist in scoping and specifying impact assessments.
• Draft reports for assessment work.

Skills

Team leadership

Habitat and BNG deliverables

Technical impact assessment

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualification in relevant environment or technical discipline

Chartered membership from a relevant professional institute

Tools

GIS

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Do you current or previous experience of working at a high level within teams focusing on Habitat and BNG deliverables?

Are you an experienced and technical leader within the ecology sector looking for a new and exciting challenge?

Well then this could be an amazing opportunity for you!

The Role

Here at RSK Biocensus part of the wider RSK Group, we are currently looking for someone who can lead the coordination of ecology surveys, data management, mitigation, and reporting in relation to species specialism.

This would be a long term secondment role supporting one of our major clients.

You will be supporting the Technical Lead for bats, mammals, ornithology, habitat and BNG in the formulation of ecological survey work and the technical aspects of assessment one of the above technical functions.

This role will also require you to work with a team of ecologists in delivering survey work, analysis and reporting to support the assessment process. We are looking for an individual with specialist knowledge of ecology (species specialism / Habitats and BNG) and experience of being involved in the delivery of this work on infrastructure projects.

Other responsibilities

• Assisting the Technical Lead in scoping and specifying technical impact assessment work.
• Contributing to the technical aspects of the delivery of assessment work.
• Drafting and text for assessment reports.

The successful candidate would require a Full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle.

Key Skills & Experience

Ideally you will have previous experience of working at a high level within teams focusing on Habitat and BNG deliverables, as well as experience in prescribing and implementing mitigation measures.

Experience of ensuring compliance with the client’s quality, cost and time requirements would also be desirable.

Qualifications

• Qualification or equivalent professional experience in a relevant environment or technical discipline.
• Chartered or full accredited membership (or working towards one) from a relevant professional institute or equivalent.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent health and safety awareness.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Document production abilities using various software inc. excel, word, GIS, PowerPoint.
• Excellent organisational skills

Apply today or for any further queries about the role please do get in touch.

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