Bat Licenced Ecologist

Your new companyA consultancy based in Scotland is presenting an exciting opportunity for a Bat Licenced Ecologist to provide support for all ecology related activities on a variety of road contracts in Scotland, including the South West Network Management Contract for Transport Scotland, a variety of active travel schemes (e.g., AMIDS Renfrewshire), and the North Angus Growth Opportunity. As an Ecologist in Scotland, you will be responsible for supporting the development and growth of the team in Scotland, which may also include leading in ecology specific business development opportunities. Your new roleYou will play an important part within the Energy Transition & Sustainability team and alongside our clients. As a Bat Licenced Ecologist, you will provide effective support and assistance to your Senior Ecologist on a variety of ecological schemes whilst taking the lead on projects and mentoring junior Ecologists.The main responsibilities for this role will include:

• To work in a team, producing technically sound deliverables for ecological commissions
• Preparation and checking of documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost and programme.
• Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries
• Managing a small, locally based single discipline technical team and taking responsibility for delivery of their workload.
• Contributing to the preparation of bids and general working winning function
• Drive effective health and safety practices within the team.

What you'll need to succeed

• Developed experience and expertise within the Ecological field, probably gained in an Ecologist role or equivalent
• Expertise in protected species surveys, holding at least one European protected species survey licence. A bat licence is applicable for this role.
• EPS Mitigation licence application experience and Protected species licence holder or working towards the same (notable species: bats & dormice)
• Experience in invasive species survey and management
• Comprehensive knowledge of ecological processes and survey methodologies
• Able to produce technically sound ecological solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards, wildlife legislation and client requirements
• Ability to apply ecological management theory and principles to clearly understood situations
• Experience of undertaking project related tasks associated with health, safety and welfare, e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations
• Good understanding of risk assessment, experience in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensure appropriate risk mitigation has been applied
• Bachelors or Master's degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning such asEcology, Zoology, Botany, Biology or Environmental Science
• Full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)or equivalent

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid and Flexible working
• Annual Salary of £36,000 - £45,000
• Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.
• Career Development

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk