Ecological Consultant

2 weeks ago

Wakefield, Wakefield, United Kingdom Temple Group Ltd Full time
Principal Ecologist Opportunity

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Principal Ecologist to join our team in Wakefield. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing a team of ecologists, providing expert advice on ecological matters, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality projects.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage a team of ecologists to deliver projects on time and within budget
  • Provide expert advice on ecological matters, including protected species surveys and mitigation
  • Develop and implement ecological management plans
  • Collaborate with clients and design teams to identify solutions to ecological challenges
  • Review and draft high-quality reports and technical work
Requirements:
  • Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience
  • Excellent knowledge of UK and European environmental legislation
  • Excellent fieldwork and report writing skills
  • Competence in the survey of and mitigation for 2 or more of the following key protected species: bats, badgers, breeding birds, dormouse, great crested newts, reptiles, and water voles
  • Hold an EPS and/or conservation licence for one or more of the above species groups
  • Proven project and staff management experience
  • Full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary on a scale commensurate with experience
  • Flexible hybrid working
  • TOIL (time off in lieu) policy and flexible approach to working hours
  • 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) plus an additional day for each year of service up to 29 days
  • Enhanced maternity pay
  • Opportunities for career development across the business
  • Auto-enrolment pension scheme (after 3 months service)
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Socials, games nights, and volunteering days through our staff engagement and development initiative

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