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We are looking to recruit an experiencedOrnithologist to sit within our existing team of ecologicalconsultants at various offices around the country. Are you anOrnithologist looking for the next step up in your career Do youwant to join an established consultancy practice who pridethemselves in offering a great place to work If so we would love tohear from you.

You will play a pivotalrole in collaborating with our talented team of ecologistslandscape architects and environmentalplanners.

Yourresponsibilities willinclude:

1. Assisting withand leading on ornithology surveys following a range of surveymethodologies and techniques.
2. Keepingmeticulous field notes and plans in accordance with guidelines andbest practice and storing data effectively.
3. Data analysis and presentation deskbased studycollating relevant available data and drafting technicalreports
4. Experience of undertaking EcologicalImpact Assessments on sensitive species/sites/populations andcompleting Shadow Habitats Regulations Assessments would bedesirable.
5. Supporting the completion of otherecological survey types as appropriate to your skill set and careergoals e.g. water vole and otter badger bats habitatsetc
6. Providing advice on ecological andornithological matters to clients stakeholders and projectteams
7. Mentoring and supporting staff with aninterest in Ornithology sharing your knowledge and expertise tofoster their professional development
8. Buildingand maintaining strong relationships with clients contractors andregulatory bodies

Aboutyou

1. Professionalornithological experience in the public or private sector would beadvantageous.
2. Ideally a degree in EcologyEnvironmental Science or a relatedfield.
3. Excellent bird identification skills andthe ability to demonstrate experience in a range of ornithologysurveys and techniques (e.g. vantage points breeding &wintering birds raptors farmland andwaders).
4. Experience of working and navigatingsafely in remote environments across all seasons including ininclement weather.
5. Willingness to travel forwork including unsociable hours particularly during the spring andsummer months.
6. Good theoretical grounding inecology survey guidance environmental assessment and mitigationmeasures
7. Demonstrable understanding of UKwildlife legislation and the conservation status of UK birdspecies.
8. Experienced in writing reportsensuring high standards and good attention todetail.
9. Experienced in writing or assistingwith Habitat Regulation Assessments for SPA impacts would beadvantageous but not essential.
10. Anunderstanding of scientific data collection methods data analysisand an aptitude for accurate and clear recording and storage ofdata.
11. Ability to work collaboratively with ateam of colleagues in the office and away fromhome.
12. Membership or eligibility for membershipwith a relevant professional body is desirable but not essential(e.g. CIEEM).
13. Experience using GIS softwarewould be advantageous but not a necessity.
14. Afull UK driving licence and access tovehicle.

WhyFPCR

FPCR Environment and DesignLtd is one of the UKs leading integrated design practices workingextensively throughout the UK. Over the last 60 years the practicehas developed a valuable mix of multidisciplinary expertise inmasterplanning environmental assessment urban design landscapeecology architecture arboriculture and green infrastructure.Working together we have implemented many awardwinning schemes inenvironmentally sensitive locations.

Our ecologyteam is led by four directors who each joined the company in juniorpositions and are committed to providing the same supportive andfostering environment that is at the heart of our practice. Ourteam of over 120 ecologists work out of six offices across the UK.

Could you be one of the experiencedtalented and energetic professionals helping to continue thedevelopment of the team responding to our clients and keeping FPCRmoving forwards whilst responding to new challenges in ecologicalpractice The positions provide the right candidates with an idealopportunity to be a part of a motivated team offering technicaladvice to a diverse range of clients covering projects across allaspects of ecology.

What you canexpect in return:

Salary:dependent on experience.

Our employees really are our greatest assetrepresenting a wide range of skills and experience from across thefield of UK ecology. We are proud to offer our staff at all levelsthe opportunity to pursue their individual interests as this helpsus to facilitate shared learning across our practice.

We are offering a competitive salary with theopportunity for annual bonuses enrolment on our pension scheme and25 days holiday compressed working week and a holiday purchasesystem. Everyone is enrolled in a BUPA health and wellbeingcashback scheme. Staff wellbeing is very important to us and theteams frequently have a range of volunteering and social activitiesgoing on.

FPCR is an equal opportunity employercommitted to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. Wewelcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless oftheir race or gender.

If you feel you are theright candidate or feel you can offer FPCRs ecology team otherrelevant experience and skills please submit your CV along with acovering letter together with any supporting documentation that youfeel may be of interest.

Candidatesmust have the right to work in theUK.

ABOUTFPCR

Established in 1957 FPCR arean award winning multidisciplinary environment and design practicewith expertise in Landscape Urban Design MasterplanningArchitecture Ecology and Arboriculture. We believe our diverserange of skills provide clients with an excellent rounded approachto projects while concurrently providing our staff with a dynamicand diverse place towork.