Would you like to advance your career in a consultancy that delivers tangible results for nature?Our client, a Wildlife Consultancy Service, has an exciting opportunity to join their supportive team as a Senior Ecologist.Senior Ecologist
Location: Norwich, NR1
Salary: £29,484 - £34,000
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full TimeWhether you are already a Senior Ecologist or looking to take your next step into a more senior role this position will provide you with an opportunity to build on your existing experience, leading and delivering on a range of projects.Our client is a professional, experienced and dedicated team offering a comprehensive range of ecological and arboricultural consultancy services. All profits are donated to their parent charity for the benefit of nature conservation in Norfolk.ResponsibilitiesThe focus of this Service is on providing high quality ecological expertise to ensure that their client's projects move forward while ensuring protection and benefits for nature and wildlife. As a key member of the team you will undertake a wide range of ecological consultancy contracts on behalf of the Service's clients including:Protected species surveysSite and habitat surveys and assessments (including BNG)Mitigation strategies for a wide range of habitats and species.Conservation management advice (species and habitats)Ecological Clerk of Works on selected projectsIn addition, you will have line management responsibilities for an Assistant Ecologist and will delegate for the Principal Ecologist as needed.About YouThey are looking for someone with a degree in ecology or its equivalent and ideally membership of CIEEM or be working towards it. Applications are particularly welcome from Ecologists who hold at least one Natural England (of other equivalent) protected species licence preferably Bat Survey Level 2 (or above).You will enjoy working as part of a small, committed team and relish the challenge of working with a range of clients on different projects. In addition, you will ideally have:A minimum of 4 years relevant work experience.Understanding, and experience in the application, of UK environmental legislation and policy.Experience in ecological field survey work (including to UKHab and protected species).Have up to date knowledge of, and familiarity with, survey guidance for a range of protected species.Experience in report writing (including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, management plans and Ecological Impact Assessments), and development of mitigation measures.Previous experience in conservation or with a consultancy business;A valid UK driving licence and access to own transport with business insurance use. In return this employer can offer you a competitive salary and generous pension contribution as well as other personal benefits including comprehensive sick pay, life insurance, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.This employer is happy to discuss part-time or flexible working and how we can support your responsibilities outside of work.This employer is reviewing applications as they come in and inviting candidates for interview on a rolling basis.APPLICATION PROCESS:To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position.No agencies please.
An exciting opportunity to join this community charity's friendly team and help carry out a wide range of green spaces projects across the Colne Valley Regional Park and in surrounding areas.Project Officer - Conservation & Green Skills
Ref: POCGS0924
Location: Colne Valley Park Denham, UB9
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Circa. £25,000Summary of role: This is a varied role which will see the successful applicant working outside on practical grounds maintenance and conservation tasks in some of the most beautiful parts of the Colne Valley.You will be joining the charity's Green Team who carry out a range of projects across the Colne Valley Regional Park. These include nature reserve management, grounds maintenance, corporate volunteering events, volunteering events for the public, hard landscaping tasks, and conducting Green Skills Courses to educate long-term unemployed individuals. Your role will assist in the delivery of this work.The charity is a creative, committed and enthusiastic organisation with a great track record of project development, fundraising and delivery, so there are always opportunities to grow and develop your role within the friendly team. The charity will offer work-based learning and training.In return the organisation offers you:A competitive salaryGenerous holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum plus public holidaysHealth Cash Plan and 24-hour online access to a GPPERKS scheme - such as discounted gym membership and shopping discountsEmployee Assistance Programme - including mental health helpline and face to face counselling.Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work and pension contributionsFamily friendly policies to support work/life balance with time off in lieu for out of hours activitiesBusiness travel expensesAbout the CharityThe organisation works with communities across the south of England to transform their lives and the places where they live. They have been at the forefront of social and environmental regeneration for over 25 years, and today they have a simple mission: to create better places, improve people's prospects, and promote greener living and working.They are passionate about creating a future where every neighbourhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny, and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances. This vision drives the work that they do. Each year they deliver over 100 innovative projects, tackling the biggest issues facing our communities and creating real and lasting, positive change.Closing date for applications: Sunday 20th October at midnightInterview date: Thursday 24th & Friday 25th OctoberInterested?To apply, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions.Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced records check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).The charity is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.No agencies please.
