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Your new companyMy client is a leading consultancy specialising in ecological planning solutions, offering an extensive range of expertise to numerous and diverse high-profile clients within both the public and private sectors. They also have regular interaction with their partner companies specialising in landscape consultancy and ecological mitigation implementation / habitat creation. As they continue to grow, they are seeking talented Ecologists to join their Worcestershire and Hertfordshire offices. Your new roleResponsibilities:
- Assist senior members of staff with day-to-day project management, including managing your own projects in line with your experience.
- Undertake field surveys using UKHab assessments, Biodiversity Net Gain condition assessments, and protected species surveys.
- Support seasonal field surveyors by preparing site plans, risk assessments, and conducting ECoW.
- Keep up to date with appropriate guidance and environmental legislation, including planning processes and/ or Ecological Impact Assessments(EIA) / Habitat Regulation Assessments (HRA).
- Assist with the production of a range of reports including BNG reports, Ecological Assessments, briefing notes, habitat management plans, and ES Chapters.
- Management and/or supervision of a team if at a senior level.
What you'll need to succeed
- Degree or equivalent experience in an environmental field.
- Experience conducting wildlife surveys and botanical identification.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Confident in Excel and other Microsoft packages.
- Previous use of Kaleidoscope, QGIS, CorelDRAW, or similar software packages.
- Full driving licence, with access to a vehicle, due to the remote location of the offices and sites.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salaries
- Holiday allowance + buy/sell scheme
- TOIL system
- Flexi-time and hybrid working
- Discretionary bonuses
- Picturesque office locations
- Development, training and CPD
- Cycle to work
- Volunteer days
- Employee assistance programme
- Various discounts
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