Ecological Consultant

3 days ago


Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Wessex Water Services Full time

Job Title: Ecological Consultant

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Ecological Consultant to lead our internal Ecology team and drive projects across our region. The successful candidate will have significant experience in project delivery-focused ecological roles, as well as people management and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead, support, and mentor a team of ecologists providing services to engineering, construction, and operational projects.
  • Collaborate with Design teams to reduce and mitigate ecological impacts from initial design to completion.
  • Travel within the region for site visits, but long-distance travel is not required.
Requirements:
  1. Significant experience in a project delivery-focused ecological role and people management.
  2. Proactive and flexible approach with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  3. High level of organisational skills and ability to manage projects, workload, and deadlines.
  4. Competent in UKHab and protected species appraisal surveys, and ecological report writing/reviewing skills.
  5. A good understanding of the UK planning process and legal framework, including Biodiversity Net Gain.
  6. A clean UK driving licence and access to personal transport.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience using GIS (ArcGIS) and some knowledge of sewage and water treatment processes and construction practices.
  • A relevant degree in an ecological/environmental or similar subject, and membership to a relevant Professional Institution.
Estimated Salary:

£55,000 - £65,000 per annum


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