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ADAS, part of RSK Group, is seeking Ecologists at all levels to join our team. The role is focused on those with a botanical specialism, with a FISC level 4 competence in botanical identification. There will be the opportunity to undertake other surveys and be involved with a wide range of projects. We support our employees' development and give them the tools they need to steer their own careers, that’s why when you join ADAS, a mentor works with you to create and achieve your goals. Working on your own projects will provide you the opportunity to manage your workload and since most projects are local, extended travel is not frequent. We also want to guarantee that you have a good work-life balance with many opportunities for flexible working hours, locality flexibility, social activities and community involvement projects to achieve this.
Job Responsibility:
Undertaking baseline habitat survey, assessment and reporting
Undertaking or supporting colleagues with protected species surveys
Working alone and with our existing ecologists in the wider region to ensure quality projects are delivered on time to our clients
Talking to our clients to ensure quality delivery of projects to deadlines
Writing of technical reports ready for review by your colleagues, such as ecological constraints reports, preliminary ecological appraisals, ecological impact assessments, and protected species reports
Requirements:
A full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle
Graduate level education in a relevant subject
FISC Level 4 qualification
Good working knowledge and experience of ecology, legislation, and survey techniques, including protected species surveys and mitigation
Excellent written communication skills and be able to produce accurate technical reports to a professional standard
A pro-active attitude to managing your own time, finding solutions and ensuring that work is delivered on time and to the required standards
Nice to have:
CIEEM membership
Experience of biodiversity net gain assessment and UKHABs
One protected species licence (e.g., Great Crested Newt or Bats)
What we offer:
Life assurance
A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership