£35K/yr to £40K/yr
Cherwell District, England
Permanent, Variable

Senior Ecological Consultant

Posted by Additional Resources Ltd.

Senior Ecological Consultant

Location: Oxfordshire / Northamptonshire

Salary: £35k - £40k (DOE) + Excellent Benefits

Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 40 Hours per week

The Client:

Our client is a prominent consultancy firm, offering comprehensive environmental and ecological consultancy services with a primary focus on preserving ecological integrity.

The Role:

As a Senior Ecological Consultant, you will provide specialist ecological input on various projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct habitat and protected species surveys according to current industry guidelines and best practices.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports, including technical contributions to EIA documents, Habitat Regulations Assessments, and engagement with stakeholders.
  • Develop fee proposals, especially for larger, multidisciplinary projects with complex scopes of work.
  • Manage projects, including delegation, supervision, and mentoring of consultants, assistants, and graduates as necessary.
  • Ensure quality control of documents prepared by other team members or as directed by the line/project manager.
  • Provide line management to consultants, assistants, and graduates within the team.

Requirements:

  • Previously worked as an Ecological Consultant or in a similar role.
  • Have experience as a named ecologist or accredited agent within a species mitigation licence.
  • Strong background in ecological consulting.
  • Hold a degree in ecology, environmental science, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of land management and environmental net gain.
  • Hold a CIEEM membership.
  • Possess at least one protected species licence.
  • Passion for protecting and enhancing the planet.
  • Full UK driving licence.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • 29 days holiday
  • Pension scheme
  • Bonus scheme
  • Uniform & boot allowance
  • Death in service scheme

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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