Technical Lead

TECHNICAL LEAD (ECOLOGY)

Permanent position

Full time 40 hours

Location UK

Hybrid: Fieldwork, office and home

Offices in Oakham, Matlock and Reading (Swallowfield)

The Role

We are recruiting a skilled and authoritative Technical Lead/Senior Ecologist with the associated degree or 8+ years in-depth knowledge and experience in ecology, in relevant legislation and policy, and experience in multi-disciplinary ecological consultancy.

To be successful you should have previous consultancy experience and be proficient in writing and delivering UKHab, PRA’, PEA’, BNG assessments, EcIAs, and licence applications to the highest standards. You should also be passionate about expanding your current understanding of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NCIPs) and how these relate to our services.

You will be working in close collaboration with the Principal Ecologist supporting and giving advice to the Ecology Team and ensuring that all documents issued are of the highest quality. You will have a background in working with ecological and environmental licences, habitat and species surveys, impact assessments, biodiversity mitigation and offsetting and enhancement.

You will help develop the vision for ER, will need to be self-motivated and passionate about the environment and our impact upon it.

Who are Ecology Resources

We are a leading national provider of ecological services and advice, each of which is tailored to suit a client’s budget and needs. You will have the opportunity to work within an established and successful consultancy that takes staff welfare seriously. Ecology Resources have formally been recognised as a Great Place to Work with the following awards:

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, 41 days paid holiday inclusive of bank holidays, 2 duvet days, car and leisure allowance, laptop, phone and contributory pension.

Salary

£40698 per annum.

Training

Ecology Resources is committed to developing its staff and we offer robust training and CPD opportunities. We also actively support staff in achieving CIEEM membership.

Additional

Ecology Resources’ intention is to enable all of our staff to work in an environment which allows them to fulfil their potential without fear of discrimination, harassment or victimisation. The Employer's commitment to equal opportunities extends to all aspects of the working relationship.

Closing date

30th April 2023

Prospective candidates should declare their interest in the role by sending a full CV and a covering letter, via e-mail to: ian@ecologyresources.co.uk or michael@ecologyresources.co.uk

For further company information, please visit our website at https://www.ecologyresources.co.uk/

Full Job description available on request.