Senior Ecologist - BNG Specialist

Description

• Work closely with our digital and data teams to continue development of our digital biodiversity tools;
• Collaborate with our ecologists and landscape teams in designing enhancements for nature;
• Play a key role in the continued development of our technical capabilities and encourage the embedding of innovation/research;
• Support consultation and engagement with clients and key project stakeholders including planning authorities, statutory bodies and the public;
• Work closely with our BNG lead for UK&I on continue to develop our BNG Vision as the area of biodiversity develops across Scotland;
• Mentor and support both junior staff and peers.
• Produce and technically review a range of biodiversity assessments including BNG feasibility and design stage reports, and BNG assessments;
• Lead the production of bids and tenders for ecological and BNG services;
• Work on delivery of ecological BNG inputs for both internal and external clients;

Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in ecology or an associated subject, and a membership of an appropriate professional institution;
• Experience of reviewing technical work, supporting wider team members, and bidding/tendering.
• Experience of undertaking UKHabs surveys and Habitat Condition Assessments;
• Experience of leading and managing biodiversity assessments (using both the Statutory Metric, and other recognised measurement tools) as demonstrated by suitable professional experience;
• Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation and policy (particularly within Scotland);

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance