Title:
Project Ecologist
Location:
Nationwide options available
Flexibility:
Hybrid model of work split into office, fieldwork and home office arrangements
Responsibilities:
1. Undertaking background research, desk studies and ecological fieldwork and impact assessment reporting, to best practice guidelines and methodologies
2. Preparing and compiling ecological assessments
3. Undertaking ecological assessments and surveys, from inception to completion
4. Liaising with client representatives and project managers to progress projects effectively
5. Finding solutions to ecological challenges on projects
6. Managing the ecological deliverables for several large projects
7. Coordinating the deliverables for ecology projects
8. Engaging with relevant authorities and stakeholders in ecological projects
9. Delivering high-quality outputs within set deadlines
10. Reporting (prepare and/or compile information for Environmental Impact Statements and Appropriate Assessments)
Skills/Qualifications:
1. Level 8 degree in ecology, environmental science or a related discipline
2. A minimum of 2 years’ similar experience
3. Field skills in ornithology with previous experience in conducting surveys for renewable energy projects or similar development projects
4. Ecological field skills, highlighting any specialist ecological expertise (either academic or interest)
5. In-depth knowledge of a broad range of ecological issues, fundamental to the preparation of high-quality, ecological impact assessments
6. Preparing reports such as Environmental Impact Statements or Appropriate Assessments
7. Working as part of a high functioning team
8. Well organised with excellent attention to detail while also being able to manage their own workload
9. Ability to manage several priorities at once will be required as will a high level of commitment to success
10. Full clean drivers licence
Benefits:
1. Attractive remuneration
2. Short Fridays
3. Medical allowance
4. Pension scheme
5. 22 to 27 annual leave days
6. Professional body support
7. And much more
Applications are treated in confidence. Feel free to submit your CV at isadora@gaiatalent.com
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