Consultant Ecologist

2 weeks ago

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom WSP Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year
Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

The Ecology team at WSP is a large, friendly and diverse team. We work collaboratively with experts in various field across the UK providing extensive project experience and knowledge. Training and mentoring opportunities for everyone allowing you to grow your career. If you have a desire to develop your core ecological, project management and consultancy skills whilst also having the opportunity to influence the wider ecology industry, the WSP Ecology team is the place to do it.

Your New Role What's Involved?

  • Undertaking ecology surveys including extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab surveys and protected species surveys.
  • Preparing tenders for a range of schemes, and suites of habitat, botanical and protected species surveys.
  • Input into a range of ecological deliverables including: Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Management Plans, Protected Species Reports, European Protected Species licence applications, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), Biodiversity chapters of EIAs and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA).
  • Client liaison and project management.
  • Providing mentoring and training to the wider, ecology team.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

  • An appropriate academic qualification in Ecology or a related discipline.
  • Qualifying Member status with CIEEM (or are eligible for this).
  • Experience in extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab surveys along with knowledge and experience in protected species surveys, working towards protected species licences.
  • Some demonstrable experience in ecological survey, ideally in a consultancy environment but other experience will be considered, including voluntary work.
  • An enthusiastic, energetic outlook and willingness to learn.
  • An appreciation of relevant wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies.
  • A full UK valid driving license.
  • Self-confidence and motivation, with good communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Experience in ecological consultancy having started to develop core field and reporting skills.

Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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