Graduate Ecologist

Looking for a rewarding career with a dynamic and innovative organisation that's Leading with Science® to solve issues worldwide?

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services with experts across multiple disciplines worldwide. We solve complex challenges, from local community projects to vast, global programmes of work.

Our sustainability pledge sets out a plan to improve the lives of 1 billion people. To make a better future, we need the future of our industry to help us lead the way.

Tetra Tech's early careers journey includes regular in-person training and events, support networks, and the satisfaction of helping to make a difference in the world. You'll work on ground-breaking projects and develop the skills for success with access to mentoring, chartership support, and more.

Want to join Tetra Tech?

Graduate Ecologist.

Start Date: Summer 2025

Location: Leicester and Birmingham

Are you looking to put your academic learning into practice? Are you hoping to turn your passion for Ecology into a career? Or looking for an opportunity to receive training and mentoring to develop your field craftand consultancy skills from a team of ecology experts?

The Role/ Key Responsibilities:

As Tetra Tech builds on its demonstrable track record as one of the leading global Environmental consultancies, we are seeking a talentedGraduate Ecologist to support and assist our highly skilled ecologists as they undertake a range of habitat and protected species surveysincluding bats, reptiles, amphibians, otters, barn owls, desktop studies, data analysis and report writing. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop field craftand consultancy skills as part of a professional team in the great outdoors.

The role is for an enthusiastic and passionate Graduate Ecologist looking to develop a successful career whilst helping shape the world we live in. With ambitions to grow our UK presence to emulate the success of the global business, we are looking for ecologists to join our national team of over 70 ecologists. We are looking for the very best people to maintain our position as a market leader which includes those taking their first steps onto the career ladder - after all, they are the future of our industry.

From Day 1, our Graduate Ecologists not only work on exciting, ground-breaking projects, but also receive support to grow in their chosen specialism as well as training to develop the core skills needed to succeed in the corporate world. This is all part of Tetra Tech's Early Careers Programme - as is the chance to connect with others also starting out in their career, access to mentoring, Chartership support, bonuses and more.

We draw on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions for our clients and our staff. A Graduate joining the Ecology team will assist our highly skilled ecologists as they undertake a range of habitat and protected species surveys, desktop studies, data analysis, report writing, fee proposals alongside extensive training. With career pathways defined for all grades of ecologist, the route to career progression and professional development is clear.

This is an opportunity for an individual to develop their career whilst shaping the world we live in. They will be required to work with colleagues from across the wider business on multi-disciplinary opportunities and projects so a willingness to understand how other parts of the business work will be required.

We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced or compressed hours and flexible start or finish times. We can offer a range of solutions to help you get the most out of your work / life balance. We are supportive of flexible working but will require you to attend offices, events or sites as necessary to deliver the role.

• About the Ecology team
  
  • Over 80 permanent ecologists across 13 offices working as one cohesive team.
    
  • Time away from home minimised.
    
  • IT systems allow seamless remote and flexible working, so proximity to an office is not a barrier-we focus on talents & skills, not postcode. Our ecologists can work on the projects that interest them and deliver them to the highest standards.
    
  • Cars or car allowances to every member of the team regardless of grade, including for personal use.
    
  • Established TOIL system to allow time management to suit specific personal needs alongside seasonal demands.
    
  • Career frameworks provide clarity on how to progress.
    
  • We encourage the development of well-rounded ecologists who can talk about all stages of a project. We offer internal and external training and mentoring, including from our inhouse experts.
    
  • Bat handling licence incentivisation scheme to thank ecologists who spend time and effort in achieving their licence - we know it's not easy
    
  • And to show our support of personal development, we award a significant financial bonus to anyone achieving Chartered Ecologist status through CIEEM.
    
  • We work closely with many other teams, including our own Planners, Archaeologists, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners and Engineers. With a culture of openness, there is always someone within the business who can provide advice and support for almost any query.
    
  Qualifications/Skills Required:
  
  • Minimum 2:1 Degree or equivalent in the area of ecology, conservation or similar relevant discipline
    
  • Full driving licence
    
  • Be a student or qualifying member of CIEEM (or at least have evidence of working towards securing this)
    
  • Have an understanding of the principles of ecological survey and mitigation work
    
  • Have good written and verbal communication skills
    
  • Be willing to work flexible, unsociable hours including evenings and early mornings
    
  • Be willing to travel for work
    
  • Valid Uk driving licence and ideally access to a vehicle
    

Application Closing Date: 1st November 2024

Assessment centre to be held February 2025

Everyone is welcome at Tetra Tech and free to be their authentic self without apology. As a Disability Confident Employer, we're always open to making reasonable adjustments to our application and selection process.

Tetra Tech colleagues take pride in delivering for clients, working together to ensure projects are delivered in the most effective way. This often requires colleagues to be together in person - in offices or on site - collaborating to ensure the best outcomes for both clients and colleagues. However, we also strongly advocate a hybrid approach that gives as much flexibility as possible around how, when, and where you work.

There is no 'one approach fits all' for our people - each team manages their own way of working. Your hiring manager can discuss what this looks like with you at interview.

Our people-focused culture includes a programme of mental health first aiders, wellbeing and fitness challenges, diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility groups, and a comprehensive selection of benefits that you can choose from to best suit your needs.

Learn more by visiting tetratecheurope.com/early-careers

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