Ecologist

Job DescriptionAbout The RoleRight across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in afriendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.Where will you be working?AtM Group Highways, were supporting the safe transportation and movement of people across the UK.We dont just build roads and bridges- were building a better future, creating lasting social value that gives back to the communities in which we work.Youll be joining ourHighwaysteam, as the UKs number one highway maintenance contractor, our teams use the latest innovations to create effective solutions. We offer a range of services including planned and reactive maintenance and highway improvement schemes.Want to come and be a part of it?What will you be doing?We are looking for ecologists of all levels to develop our in-house ecology function which is part of an expanding team of environmental specialists.We are welcoming applicants at various levels from Lead / Principal ecologists, to Field ecologists with a couple of years experience.Youll deliver a range of consultancy services both internally and externally to ensure all ecological constraints and opportunities are managed effectively.You will work collaboratively with design, construction & operational teams. You'll support habitat and species surveys, ECoW requirements, impact assessments, licencing & mitigation, and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG).Youll will get stuck into both the fieldwork and desk-based activities across a wide range of exciting contracts. With exposure to a large variety of protected species.What youll bringValid UK driving licence do you have one?Experience in field surveys and reporting, including UK Habitat Classification assessment, BNG condition assessment, and protected species surveysAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities and expectations of contract/project management teams through effective communicationSound knowledge of ecological principles, legislation, policy, and guidance.Willingness to work from office locations regularly, travel across the UK, and stay away from home for short periods when requiredWhats in it for you?We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include;Matched or contributory pension schemeOnline GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a yearEmployee assistance programmeMy Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discountsLife assuranceCycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemesEnhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leaveReward and recognition schemeIn addition, this role offers;Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose fromMy Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme28 days annual leave plus bank holidaysRecommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to usHoliday purchase schemePersonal Accident CoverAbout usWe want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. We are one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs.Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours.Wereresponsibleand go further for our people, clients, communities and the planetWereopenand seek new and better ways of exceeding expectationsWeretogetherand as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the partsWereambitiousand embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for lifeWhether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development.Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group.Please note:Occasionally, we may close job adverts before the stated closing date. Wed encourage you to apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rdparty background checks as part of our hiring process. Some of our roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of our induction.#MGroupH INDREGJBRP1_UKTJ