Ecological Consultant

Arthian Ltd.; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecological consultancy in the UK is seeking a talented Ecologist to join the Ecology & Biodiversity Team. This role offers the chance for career advancement and requires a proven track record in ecology and biodiversity. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Ecology, at least three years of consultancy experience, and essential skills in ecological assessments. Attractive benefits include training opportunities and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Subscription to a professional body

Training tailored to individual

33 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous employee referral scheme

Volunteering Day

Flexible parental leave options

Cycle to work scheme

Electric vehicle schemes

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years experience in environmental consultancy.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (CIEEM).

Responsibilities

• Support the growth of the Ecology & Biodiversity Team.
• Commute to Inverness office approximately once per week.

Skills

Ecological surveys and assessments

Managing site and survey teams

Producing high-quality ecological reports

Ecological Clerk of Works experience

Ecological project management

Full UK driving licence

Education

BSc and/or MSc in Ecology or related discipline

Job description

We are looking for a talented Ecologist with a proven track record in ecology and biodiversity. This position provides an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to further their career and gain more experience in these specialist markets.

What The Role Entails

Arthian is recruiting for an Ecological Consultant to support the growth of the Ecology & Biodiversity Team in Scotland. Whilst the location can be flexible, we are ideally looking for someone who can commute to our offices in Inverness c. once per week.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A BSc and/or MSc in Ecology or related discipline and a Membership of a relevant professional body such as the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).
• A minimum of 3 or more years previous experience preferably in an environmental consultancy.

The following skills are considered essential to the role:

• Ecological surveys and assessments (ornithological and/or habitats a benefit).
• Managing site and survey teams.
• Producing high-quality ecological reports and method statements (e.g. PEAR, EcIA, HRA).
• Ecological Clerk of Works experience.
• Assisting in ecological project management and budget management.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

The following skills would be advantageous, but are not an essential requirement for the role:

• A protected species licence holder (great crested newt, bats, badger and/or water vole).
• Hold valid CSCS status and Outdoor Emergency First Aid.
• Biodiversity Net Gain and/or habitat management plans.
• Experience of working in upland environment.
• Experience of stakeholder consultation, such as with NatureScot, SEPA and local planning authorities.
• A willingness to be inventive and creative in developing ecological solutions to novel problems.

About the Offer

The salary range for this role would be commensurate with experience. In addition, Arthian offers numerous benefits including:

• Subscription to a relevant professional body (generally expected to be CIEEM).
• External and internal training tailored around the individual.
• 33 days annual leave (leave and public holiday combined) and the option to buy and sell holidays.
• An Employee Assistance Programme.
• A generous employee referral scheme.
• Volunteering Day for a worthy cause.
• Fully flexible parental leave options.
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes.

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