IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

APEM Limited is Europe’s largest specialist aquatic science consultancy, offering our clients an integrated approach to every aspect of the investigation and management of both freshwater and marine environments.  With over 25 years’ experience we operate UK wide as well as internationally, and our scientists are recognised experts in their fields. 

As a company we pride ourselves on our commitment to scientific and client service excellence.  This is an excellent opportunity for high-calibre, motivated and commercially-minded scientists to join our growing team.

About the role

You will work within a team of scientists with cross-cutting expertise in ecology, hydrology and geomorphology to deliver a range of projects for the UK environment / conservation agencies, the water and energy industries and supporting services.

The ideal candidate will have desk and field-based habitat, site condition and species survey experience, particularly in relation to wetland and other plant communities (NVC), and/or experience of site management planning and implementation for wetland species and habitat conservation, biodiversity mitigation and/or compensation schemes. Botanical expertise sufficient to complete Phase 1 Habitat Mapping and Protected Species Surveys is required to provide a high level scoping assessment and to assist in demonstrating compliance with wildlife legislation and planning policy objectives. You will also be up-to-date with current legistation.

The production of high quality reports, including restoration options appraisals, Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Species Reports, and Ecological Impact Assessments will be a key feature of the role.

You will be qualified to the minimum of BSc. level in a relevant discipline with evidence of experience. Whether you are an applicant with academic, regulatory, consultancy or third sector experience you will need to demonstrate your ability to apply your skills in a commercial consultancy context through experience of managing projects and dealing with people effectively and professionally. 

How to apply

To apply for this role, please download an application form.

APEM Application Form.docx

You should then email a completed application form, along with a detailed CV and covering letter to recruitment@apemltd.co.uk by Monday 30^th November 2015.  The subject heading of the email should state “your name – grade – Ecologist – location”.

If you have any queries, please email recruitment@apemltd.co.uk and one of our team will respond to you as soon as possible.

 Please note that incomplete applications will not be progressed.