Ecologist

One of our top clients is looking for an Ecologist to work on a 12 month contract basis in Suffolk

Our Client has a requirement for an Ecologist, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Suffolk.

Role Purpose:

• The Ecologist will support the Environmental Sustainability Manager and wider Environmental Team in the coordination and delivery of ecological mitigation, legislative compliance, and ecological protection during construction activities on the Project. This role will provide key on-site ecological presence in the form of an Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW), supporting the implementation of ecological controls and requirements through supervision, site monitoring, and advice.
  

• The Ecologist will be responsible for supporting the development and delivery of ecological method statements, species licensing compliance, and ongoing site surveys. The role will involve liaison with contractors, ecological consultants, and relevant stakeholders to ensure all ecological activities meet the competency and training requirements outlined, and that mitigation is implemented to best practice standards.

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Lead on the delivery of ecological requirements as set out in project documentation, licences, and statutory approvals.
• Support the development and implementation of ecological method statements and management plans.
• Build and maintain working relationships with regulators, clients, design teams, and internal delivery teams.
• Ensure site compliance with ecological legislation, licensing conditions, and mitigation plans, and coach construction teams in the application of controls and best practice.
• Maintain and support updates to the environmental management system in response to changes in ecological standards, client requirements, or legislation, liaising with the senior team lead as required.
• Lead or support investigations into ecological incidents or non-conformances, and report findings with recommended corrective actions.
• Review Works information and deliver or advise on any necessary ecological control measures or timing restrictions.
• Provide technical advice and support to operational teams and subcontractors on ecological matters and species-specific requirements.
• Monitor on-site activities to ensure compliance with ecological and environmental controls, delivering site walkovers and watching briefs where required.
• Provide on-site ecological advice to operations and design teams, including mitigation for protected species, vegetation clearance, and pollution control.
• Ensure implementation of ecological and environmental requirements set out in the project’s environmental management systems.
• Maintain awareness of relevant changes to standards, guidance, or legislation, and support updates to internal systems and working practices accordingly.
• Deliver ecological toolbox talks, briefings, and site-based coaching to operatives, supervisors, and management.
• Prepare internal and external reports as required, including ecological input to performance metrics, incident investigations, and case studies.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• Educated to degree or Masters level in Ecology or related subject
• Proven experience in a Civils/Utilities/Major Construction industry in an ecological role specifically a NSIP.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working as an ECoW which includes practical experience and knowledge of environmental and wildlife legislation, ecology mitigation, environmental licences and consent applications and regulators.
• Excellent knowledge of survey techniques employed for protected species.
• Membership of one of the following professional institutions
• •Institute of Ecology and Environmental Managers (Full or associate).
• • Institute of Ecology and Environmental Managers – Accredited ECoW
• •Association of Environmental Clerk of Works (Full member).
• Full UK driver’s licence and flexibility to travel.
• MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point to a high standard.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to operate in a range of environments.
• Able to demonstrate the ability to positively influence environment and sustainability within projects.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Ideally holds a protected species licence or have experience working with protected species e.g. Agent under licence.
• Master’s degree in relevant field.

Benefits:

• Competitive rate

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for an Ecologist looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.