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Consultant Ecologist

Leeds

Job Type

Full-time

Workspace

WFH / Hybrid

About the Role

A great opportunity to join a renowned multidisciplinary group, seeking to expand its small but thriving Ecology team!


This role is for you if you:

  • Are seeking excellent support and training, in particular, support to obtain protected species licenses / Natural England licenses and certifications

  • Want the flexibility to work from home as much as you like!

  • OR would like the option to work on a hybrid-basis from the Leeds office

  • Want to work on an interesting range of projects across a wide range of sectors including renewables, residential, logistics, education and leisure, and great exposure at all stages of projects - no pigeon-holing!

  • Are looking to achieve the right balance between the feel and culture of a small team, with the salary and benefits of a large national company


What you'll be doing:

  • Designing and managing ecological surveys and producing a range of ecological reports

  • Undertaking extended phase 1 habitat surveys, UK Habitat Classification surveys , and protected species surveys

  • Liaising with clients, professional advisors, contractors and the general public.

  • Building and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors and other third parties


Salary & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary between £25,000 - £32,000 dependent on experience

  • 32 days holiday (inc bank hols)

  • Electric car leasing via salary sacrifice scheme

  • Regular socials and team meetings (f2f and online)

  • Referral bonuses

  • Wellbeing centre

  • Healthcare and retail cashback and discounts

  • Employee assistance

  • Life assurance

  • Inclusive and supportive family policies and enhanced parental leave

  • Up to 47% savings on Cycle to Work

  • Social value fund, environmental initiatives and charity events

  • Excellent long term career development


To apply for this role you will need:

  • 2+ full years experience in ecological consultancy (post-graduation)

  • Bachelors degree in a relevant subject and Qualifying membership of CIEEM or higher

  • Strong field skills covering a range of protected species and habitats, ideally with at least one survey license or working towards

  • Knowledge of BREEAM, Defra Biodiversity Metric, and UK Habitat Classification with a strong understanding of relevant legislation and planning policy

  • Excellent report writing skills / experience (including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and Ecological Impact Assessments)

  • Full UK manual driving license


How to apply:


For more information or to apply click Apply Now, call 01638 358 394, or email info@greenbridge-recruitment.co.uk

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