Lead Ecological Consultant

3 weeks ago

South West England, United Kingdom ECOSA Full time

Lead Ecological Consultant

ECOSA is excited to announce an opportunity for a Lead Ecological Consultant to become part of our dynamic team.

As a vital member of our extensive group of environmental specialists, you will leverage your ecological knowledge to offer valuable insights and implement a diverse array of survey and mitigation strategies across a broad spectrum of projects, ensuring our clients achieve their development and conservation objectives.

Being a CIEEM Registered Practice, we are dedicated to promoting best practices and advancing the profession positively.

This position is available as a full-time and permanent role, with options for part-time or flexible working arrangements.

Key Skills and Qualifications

  • Full membership with CIEEM (or actively pursuing this)
  • Degree in a relevant field;
  • At least four years of post-qualification experience in an ecology-focused position, ideally within ecological consultancy;
  • Comprehensive experience in conducting protected species and habitat assessments;
  • Strong project management capabilities, particularly concerning medium to large-scale projects;
  • Proven track record in technical report writing, including PEAs, EcIAs, BNG reports, and other technical documentation.
  • Possession of at least one Natural England / Natural Resources Wales protected species class licence;
  • In-depth understanding of pertinent UK and European legislation, policies, and guidelines;
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team with excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel;
  • A valid driving licence; and
  • Legal right to work in the UK.

Preferred Skills

  • Familiarity with QGIS;
  • A specific area of expertise, such as bats, hazel dormouse, reptiles, etc.
  • Experience in quality assurance for technical reports.

What ECOSA Offers

At ECOSA, we have a dedicated team of ecologists focused on the success of our organization. To support our staff in achieving this goal and to promote employee wellbeing, we provide a variety of company benefits. You will have access to:

  • A competitive salary range based on experience;
  • Complimentary private GP appointments for all employees and their families;
  • Enrollment in the company healthcare program;
  • A generous training budget and regular in-house training sessions;
  • An employee assistance program offering wellness, medical health, and general life support resources.
  • Flexible core working hours;
  • Access to a contributory private pension with matched contributions;
  • The option to work from home with prior agreement;
  • Company-provided laptop and phone;
  • Coverage for CIEEM membership and protected species licence fees;
  • A supportive office atmosphere with a friendly team;
  • Regular social events and community service days;
  • Opportunities to accrue time off in lieu or receive overtime pay;
  • Generous annual leave plus public holidays;
  • Additional leave benefits based on years of service;
  • A tranquil office setting with ample parking and outdoor spaces.

ECOSA is committed to fostering a safe and supportive workplace where our employees can thrive and actively encourages team contributions to shape the company's direction.

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