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Title | Ecologist |
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IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
Working within Environmental Operations which provides support to the business on environmental issues through a series of locally based multi-disciplinary teams. You will provide professional advice relating to ecological issues including invasive weeds; especially to the Kennet & Avon and South Wales & Severn waterway teams and others working in that geographical area. Ensure day to day works and corporate objectives are dealt with effectively, taking proactive steps to keep the business informed of group obligations. Through study and review of the waterway network, promote and report on the conservation of heritage structures and the environment, advise on legislative compliance and the correct application of the group's environmental policy, heritage policy and defined standards. Challenging aspects will involve dealing with colleagues at various locations and levels within the organisation; response to emergencies; liaison with regulators; and enforcing group standards and procedures. Essential qualifications and knowledge required: • Conservation / Biology / Ecology (or similar) degree (or equivalent level) • Membership of IEEM or other appropriate professional body • Comprehensive working knowledge of wildlife and ecology legislation but also having a wider knowledge of the other areas of environmental legislation. Practical experience in freshwater (or other are of relevance to the group conservation and ecology •Proven skills in field survey. Preferred: • Full member and working towards Chartered status of relevant professional body • Experience of invasive weed management • Protected species Licences • Experience of working in construction / maintenance sector To be considered for this role you must be a self motivated team player that is reliable and well organised. |