Your new company
My 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 role
Responsibilities:
*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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