Amey has a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Ecologist to join their Energy Transition & Sustainability (ET&S) team. The Ecologist will provide effective support and assistance to the Senior Ecologist on ecological schemes, take the lead on projects, and mentor junior Ecologists. The role will also include ecological support to regional and national projects for public sector clients.
Requirements
- 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 license
- Bat licence is highly advantageous
- EPS Mitigation licence application experience and Protected species licence holder or working towards 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 clear understood situations
- Experience in undertaking project related tasks associated with health, safety and welfare, e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations
- Good understanding of risk assessment, experienced in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensure appropriate risk mitigation has been applied
- Bachelors or Masters degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning such as Ecology, Zoology, Botany, Biology or Environmental Science
- Full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) or equivalent
Benefits
- Flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs
- Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers
- Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives
- 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
