We are seeking to strengthen our South-Eastern Ecology and EIA team and this presents an exciting opportunity for an Ecologist and/or Senior Ecologist to join our Team to be based in our Winchester, London or Epsom offices.
The role will be to: - Contribute to and help develop the ecology and EIA business both internally and externally (for Senior Ecologist role);
- To provide technical support to other members of staff (for Senior Ecologist role);
- To work with ecologists and other consultants (environmental scientists, engineers, planners) throughout the company to provide a consistent and integrated service to clients;
- To continue to develop technical skills
The majority of work is likely to be regional, but there will be technical collaboration and networking, with the 60 or so ecologists working within the company around the U.K. At all levels our ecologists are committed to providing specialist advice, in connection with infrastructure development and other projects, including protected species assessments, habitat management plans, mitigation, site restoration and rehabilitation measures, specialist services for planning applications and environmental impact assessments. We also provide an expert witness service in support of public enquiries, appeals and tribunals.
Successful candidates will ideally have: - A degree in a relevant discipline (preferably MSc for Senior Ecologist role);
- Membership of Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (IEEM);
- We are looking for strong experience as an ecologist in a similar role, preferably with a major consultancy;
- Should be able to demonstrate that they have experience of project management, budget control and an awareness of risk;
- Able to show an aptitude for staff management (for Senior Ecologist role);
- A good understanding of the role of consultants within the commercial sector and have the vision and ability to identify and expand new areas of business for their ecology team (for Senior Ecologist role);
- Phase 1 habitat survey and protected species survey capability, ideally with an area of specialisation.. A survey licence for one or more protected species would be beneficial. We are particularly interested in candidates who are licensed bat surveyors;
- Capability and/or experience of producing and implementing protected species development licence applications;
- Experience of EIA preferred and capability and experience of designing and implementing large scale ecological mitigation schemes;
- Experience in writing technical reports and proposals;
- An interest in and/or experience of wider environmental and sustainability issues and ability to respond to business opportunities in these areas.
Applicants for this position must have a full valid driving licence and the right to work in the UK without restriction
Supporting existing teams (for Senior Ecologist role); Production of reports and protected species development licence applications Preparation of bids/proposals and development of new areas of business (for Senior Ecologist role); Undertake nature conservation/ecology assessments Undertake field surveys To work effectively as a team player in delivering a first class service to our clients, both internal and external Management of budgets and deadlines for projects Management of own time and workload in collaboration with other team members Development of technical and other skills, paying attention to CPD requirements
Must demonstrate integrity, commitment and conscientiousness Must demonstrate a collaborative and pro-active approach to work with team members and other Atkins business units Exceptional planning and organisational skills for own time and projects and that of the team Can demonstrate innovation and strong drive to succeed Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Flexible over travel and hours, especially during spring/summer survey season when it is a requirement to be available to work in the evenings and early mornings and be away from home for one or more nights per week, on a regular basis.
- 25 days annual leave
- Flexible annual leave scheme where you can buy up to 15 additional days leave
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Share Incentive Plan
- Employee Car Ownership Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Professional Membership Fees paid
- Personal Accident Cover
- Give as You Earn
- Discounted Private Medical Insurance
- Childcare Vouchers
- Sports and social events programme*
- Car Share Programme*
*Not applicable at all offices Awards and Recognition - The largest engineering consultancy in the UK
The largest multi-disciplinary consultancy in Europe - The world's third largest global design firm
Atkins has been voted the Best Environmental Consultancy for 2007 by clients and consultants in the environment industry for third consecutive year we've won the top prize (Edie.Net) - 12th in Sunday Times 20 Best Big Companies to work for 2007
- Target National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2006 - sector winner 'Built Environment' sector
- Awarded the NCE Consultants of the year award
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