Ecologist / Senior Ecologist

Location: Cambridgeshire / South East (Hybrid working)

Salary: Dependant on Level of Experience,

Summary

The UK's number one highway maintenance contractor, usig the latest innovations to create effective solutions and offering a range of services including planned and reactive maintenance and highway improvement schemes is looking for ecologists and Senior Ecologists to develop their in-house ecology function which is part of an expanding team of environmental specialists.

We also welcome applicants at Principal ecologist level.

Role

You'll deliver a range of consultancy services both internally and externally to ensure all ecological constraints and opportunities are managed effectively.

You will work collaboratively with design, construction & operational teams. You'll support habitat and species surveys, ECoW requirements, impact assessments, licencing & mitigation, and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG).

You'll will get stuck into both the fieldwork and desk-based activities across a wide range of exciting contracts. With exposure to a large variety of protected species.

What you'll bring

- Experience in field surveys and reporting, including UK Habitat Classification assessment, BNG condition assessment, and protected species surveys
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities and expectations of contract/project management teams through effective communication
- Sound knowledge of ecological principles, legislation, policy, and guidance.
- Willingness to work from office locations regularly, travel across the UK, and stay away from home for short periods when required
- Valid UK driving licence

What's in it for you?

A range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work include;

- Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Personal Accident Cover
- Matched or contributory pension scheme
- Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- Employee assistance programme
- Rewards portal, access to 1000's of retail discounts
- Life assurance
- Reward and recognition schemes

Get in touch now to discuss in detail and apply.

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