Ecologist

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🇬🇧 United Kingdom – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

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SOCOTEC UK & Ireland

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1001 - 5000 employees

🏗️ Construction

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SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is a network of industry experts providing testing, inspection, certification and consultancy services across the full asset lifecycle for buildings and infrastructure. Their services include asbestos management, building control and regulations consultancy, materials testing, geotechnical and structural monitoring, environmental monitoring and consultancy (including water and air quality), fire safety engineering and testing, occupational hygiene, sustainability and compliance advisory, and expert witness/forensic support. SOCOTEC serves clients in construction, infrastructure, property, utilities and related sectors across the UK and Ireland.

📋 Description

• Lead and conduct ecological surveys for bats, birds, reptiles, great crested newts, dormice, badgers, and other protected species • Independently undertake bat surveys using a Natural England Level 2 or higher bat licence • Apply for mitigation licences with Natural England • Prepare and deliver Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments • Produce ecological survey reports and technical assessments • Lead fieldwork operations and maintain detailed field notes • Undertake out-of-hours surveys, ecological watching briefs, and protected species survey work • Manage complex ecological projects from inception to completion • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members • Maintain accurate data records according to industry standards • Take responsibility for project management, deadlines, and quality standards • Contribute to business development, tender preparation, and client liaison • Support soil and groundwater monitoring and related environmental work where required

🎯 Requirements

• Natural England Level 2 Class Licence (or equivalent) with demonstrable experience of independently leading bat survey programmes and contributing to mitigation licensing • Full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) • Proven experience in leading ecological surveys and assessments • Experience within ecological consultancy and comprehensive knowledge of the industry • Ability to manage projects independently with minimal supervision, delivering on time and to a high standard of quality and safety • Strong technical report writing and communication skills • Competence in contributing to proposals, tenders and other allocated business operations • Capability to manage workload effectively to meet operational performance and financial targets • Commitment to continuous professional development • Excellent planning and organisational skills • Thorough understanding of quality and financial systems • Ability to maintain and manage safety and survey-related equipment • Proactive, reliable and flexible approach • Ability to work autonomously, take ownership of projects, and support and mentor junior colleagues

🏖️ Benefits

• 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more) • Electric car scheme (where applicable) • Employee recognition programmes • Family-friendly support • Exclusive retail discounts • Employee assistance programmes • Enhanced company pension • Comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs • Office-based, remote, or hybrid work flexibility • Support and mentoring towards MCIEEM and CEcoP chartership where applicable

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