Marine Ecologist (EIA Coordinator)

Company Overview 

Natural Power is a leading independent renewable energy consultancy and products provider offering consultancy, management and due diligence services across the onshore wind, offshore wind, wave, tidal and biomass sectors.  We have built a successful ethos for delivering environmentally rewarding projects that allow Clients to reach their economic objectives. 

The Opportunity 

Due to the continued success of the Ecology and Hydrology department, we are looking to recruit a Marine Ecologist based in either,Falkirk,Newcastle orDumfries and Galloway. 

You will primarily be responsible for providing technical support on Renewable Energy projects.  More specifically working in conjunction with Project Managers, you will provide technical support on Environmental Impact Assessments and Habitats Regulations Assessments.  This information will be used in during the consenting and construction phase of offshore wind, wave and tidal energy projects.  

Duties and responsibilities associated with this role include: 

• Project management and EIA coordination
• Support offshore team in undertaking EIA and HRA in relation to offshore renewable projects.
• Review project reports.
• Prepare scoping reports, EIA chapters and EIA approach documents.
• Prepare Information for Habitat Regulations Assessment / Appraisal.
• Liaise with clients, landowners and statutory consultees throughout projects.

Qualifications and Experience 

Ideally you will hold a degree or equivalent in a biological, environmental or ecological discipline.  Prior experience gained within a similar ecological and or environmental consultancy would be highly advantageous.  

Ideally you will have experience in the following: 

• Compiling EIA chapters
• Completing Habitats Regulations Appraisal / Assessments
• Project management
• Budget management 

You will have excellent communication skills, being able to convey clear and concise information in both written and verbal format.  In addition to this, you will have first-rate interpersonal skills being capable of building relationships with clients, staff and third parties alike.  You will be highly motivated and committed with excellent time management skills, being capable of managing and prioritising your own challenging and often conflicting workload.  You will be analytical and meticulous by nature, with an ability to solve problems in an innovative manner 

Further Details 

Salary offered will be dependent on your experience and fit for role.  Further to salary benefits include; generous holidays, group personal pension scheme, childcare vouchers, bike to work scheme, discounts on related companies, life assurance, critical illness cover and income protection as well as a weekly barbeque. 

The position is based at eitherFalkirk,Newcastleor from our Scottish headquarters, The Green House in ruralDumfriesandGalloway.  The Ecology & Hydrology department within Natural Power is made up of a diverse range of ecologists and hydrologists with considerable technical experience and expertise from having worked on renewable projects for over twelve years.  We offer a positive working environment; relaxed, yet professional which is exemplified by our informal dress code.  Further to this we provide excellent support mechanisms and opportunities to develop your knowledge and career.  

If you feel that you have the skills and experience that we are looking for, we would like to hear from you.  Full details are available on our website where you can apply online by uploading your CV and cover letter; this should clearly set out why you are suitable for the role.  Please include information such as; your notice period, availability to interview, current salary, expected salary and where you saw the vacancy advertised. 

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