Ecologist

1st Horizon Surveying & Engineering Ltd is hiring an Ecologist or Senior Ecologist to provide ecological services across various sectors in Dodworth, UK. The role involves leading assessments and collaborating with clients, requiring at least 5 years of experience in ecological consultancy. The position includes national travel and offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth within a dynamic company transitioning to an Employee-Owned Trust.
Ecologist:

Unique opportunity for a well-rounded Ecologist or Senior Ecologist looking for the next step up in your career!

We are seeking a dynamic, adaptable, and driven Ecologist to enhance our team’s ability to deliver a wide range of ecological services. This role offers the opportunity to provide expert ecological support to our prestigious clients across commercial, public, private, and governmental sectors.

The company is well established and respected within the industry, operating in many sectors providing unrivalled survey consultancy services to some of the largest blue-chip organisations in the UK.

The organisation is a privately owned limited company with imminent plans to become an Employee-Owned Trust. This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic forward-thinking company, where employees will be directly incentivised by company growth.

Our office is based in South Yorkshire, but the role will require national travel.

Key Responsibilities:

· You would be working alongside a diverse multi-disciplinary project team offering planning and feasibility solutions for a multitude of existing clients.

· You will play a pivotal role in leading and delivering high-quality ecological advice, undertaking assessments, surveys, and mitigation strategies, along with collaborating with various clients and planners.

· You will contribute to the growth of the ecological service by identifying new opportunities, building client relationships, and expanding on our current project portfolio.

· You will coordinate the team to ensure supplementary planning and feasibility reports are aligned and issued effectively.

Skills & Experience:

· At least 5 years’ experience in ecological consultancy, with a strong focus on conducting surveys, assessments, preparing a range of ecological reports, and the project management of jobs.

· Strong organisational skills.

· Highly proficient with Microsoft Office packages.

· Sound knowledge of UK ecology legislation, guidelines, and best practice.

· A clear understanding of the planning and feasibility process is also advantageous.

· Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

· Experienced in advising clients on Biodiversity Net Gain, understanding and use of the DEFRA Statutory Biodiversity Metric and production of associated reports and plans.

· Membership or eligibility for membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEEM).

· Additional specialisms and qualifications maybe advantageous.

· A full UK driving licence is a necessity.

What we can offer:

· Competitive salary & benefits.

· Company vehicle or car allowance.

· Substantial investment in staff training, with regular training days & TEAM events.

· Maternity/Paternity allowances based on length of service.

· A fantastic working environment in our custom-built, company-owned offices.

· A positive team spirit, where excellence is rewarded.

· Pension scheme

· Leave allowance increasing with service.

· Regular staff social events.

· Fundraising days/events.

· Monthly ‘Food Fridays’ (BBQs/Pizzas/Buffets).