Protected Species Specialist

3 months ago


Derby, United Kingdom FPCR Full time

Are you an experienced ecologist with skills in protected species licencing looking to work within a team on complex and rewarding projects Do you enjoy the challenges of designing and delivering robust and appropriate mitigation seeing projects through from conception to completion Are you passionate about protecting and enhancing protected species and their habitats If so FPCR could be the next step in your career.

About you

To be successful in the role you will need to demonstrate the following capabilities and experience:

  • Degree level or equivalent academic qualification in Ecology or related field;
  • Membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) or other similar.
  • Specialist knowledge in protected species (ideally including bats and great crested newt) and a class licence for one or more protected species.
  • Experience and understanding of the current European Protected Species Licencing (EPSL) Low Impact Class Licence (LICL) and District Level Licensing systems.
  • A minimum of 3 years relevant ecological experience with a welldeveloped report writing skills.
  • Good knowledge of best practice survey techniques and relevant wildlife legislation.
  • Comfortable providing Preliminary Ecological Appraisal and specific species reports;
  • A level of competency in Microsoft Office software and preferably (although not essential) some knowledge of GIS packages; and
  • A full clean UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Why FPCR

FPCR Environment and Design Ltd is one of the UKs leading integrated design practices working extensively throughout the UK. Over the last 60 years the practice has developed a valuable mix of multidisciplinary expertise in masterplanning environmental assessment urban design landscape ecology architecture arboriculture and green infrastructure. Working together we have implemented many awardwinning schemes in environmentally sensitive locations.

At the start of 2021 FPCR became an EmployeeOwned business. Our people and culture are vital to the service we provide and we feel this is the best way forward for the future of the practice. Employee Ownership will enable the whole team to share in the future growth and success of the business whilst the practice can remain responsive independent and adaptable.

Our ecology team is led by four directors who each joined the company in junior positions and are committed to providing the same supportive and fostering environment that is at the heart of our practice.
Our team of over 120 ecologists work out of five offices across the UK.

Could you be one of the experienced talented and energetic professionals helping to continue the development of the team responding to our clients and keeping FPCR moving forwards whilst responding to new challenges in ecological practice The positions provide the right candidates with an ideal opportunity to be a part of a motivated team offering technical advice to a diverse range of clients covering projects across all aspects of ecology.


What you can expect in return:

Salary: 2540k dependent on experience

Our employees really are our greatest asset representing a wide range of skills and experience from across the field of UK ecology. We are proud to offer our staff at all levels the opportunity to pursue their individual interests as this helps us to facilitate shared learning across our practice.

We are offering a competitive salary with the opportunity for annual bonuses enrolment on our pension scheme and 25 days holiday compressed working week and a holiday purchase system. Everyone is enrolled in a BUPA health and wellbeing cashback scheme. Staff wellbeing is very important to us and the teams frequently have a range of volunteering and social activities going on.

FPCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their race or gender.

If you feel you are the right candidate or feel you can offer FPCRs ecology team other relevant experience and skills please submit your CV along with a covering letter together with any supporting documentation that you feel may be of interest.


Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

ABOUT FPCR

Established in 1957 FPCR are an award winning multidisciplinary environment and design practice with expertise in Landscape Urban Design Masterplanning Architecture Ecology and Arboriculture. We believe our diverse range of skills provide clients with an excellent rounded approach to projects while concurrently providing our staff with a dynamic and diverse place to work.




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