Ecologist - 6 month fixed term contract
Salary Range : Starting at £27,500 and upwards depending on experience
City : Lichfield
Looking for an opportunity to advance your career in consultancy or to change careers within a supportive environment?
If you are interested in making meaningful environmental and social difference then Temple might just be the place for you. As a dynamic and growing business, we are searching for self-motivated and positive-minded Ecologists to join our friendly team in our Lichfield office. This will be a 6 month fixed term contract to start in April, with the possibility to be made permanent. The successful applicants will, with the support of the wider team, be involved in all areas of our work, supporting the delivery of positive change for our clients, communities, and planet, across a range of project types and sectors. With a focus on carrying out habitat and species surveys, you will have the opportunity to help clients deliver biodiversity gain through development.
Whether you are already an ecologist or looking to move up this position will provide you with an opportunity to grow and build experience in survey, effective communication including with a range of stakeholders, influencing/negotiating skills and report writing within a supportive environment. So if you want the opportunity to broaden your experience and to work with experts in their field then please do apply. With a focus on regional site work there will be a requirement for travel and occasional overnight stays as part of these roles.
About Temple
Temple is one of the UK's leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability.
We are a purpose and people led organisation and as a B Corp we are part of a movement committed to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet
With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes.
We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do.
To be considered for this role, you will have as essential criteria:
A full clean UK driving licence. A degree or equivalent qualification (N/SVQ Level 5) in Ecology or a related subject. Experience in ecological consultancy or equivalent sectors. Experience of ecological field survey work. Understanding of relevant UK environmental legislation. Membership of (or working towards such) the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), or equivalent professional body with professional code of conduct. Consultancy requires knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies. We expect all candidates to have a passion for project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is achieved on time and within budget.
Applications are particularly welcome from ecologists who meet the following desirable criteria:
Hold (or be working towards) one or more Natural England (or other equivalent) protected species licence and/or hold Field Identification Skills Certificate (FISC) Level 3 or above. Experience in preliminary ecological appraisals and/or UKHab surveys. Experience of managing projects to deadlines and budget. At least 3 years relevant experience.
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary on a scale commensurate with experience. TOIL (time off in lieu) policy and flexible approach to working hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance. 26 days annual leave (& bank holidays) plus an additional day for each year of service up to 29 days Enhanced maternity pay. Opportunities for career development across the business. Auto-enrolment pension scheme (after 3 months' service). Cycle to work scheme. Socials, games nights and volunteering days through our staff engagement and development initiative. Fun, friendly, and forward-thinking co-workers. Fantastic training.
Equal Employment Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, Temple is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Temple.
Temple is an accredited Investors in People organisation.
Principal / Associate Director Ecologist - Manchester
Salary Range : Competitive salary of circa £43k for principal and circa £55k dependant on level of experience
City : Manchester
Are you an experienced ecologist with a strong business acumen looking for a new challenge?
As a dynamic and growing business, we are looking for a self-motivated and positive-minded Principal / Associate Director Ecologist to join our friendly team in our Manchester offices. The successful applicant would be involved in all areas of our work, managing a team of ecologists to find ecologically smart, commercially efficient and cost-effective solutions for projects on a variety of scales.
Day to day, you would be managing individual contracts and supporting staff, drafting high quality reports and reviewing technical work, whilst supporting clients and their design teams to identify solutions to their problems. We're keen to continue to grow our business, and you would therefore support the delivery of our business development strategy by costing and tendering for work, increasing invitations to bid, and finding new ways for the business to diversify and thrive.
This role would provide you with an opportunity to gain exposure to a wide variety of interesting projects and clients and develop skills in all aspects of consultancy work. We would like to offer you the chance to help shape the future of our business as well as your own career.
About Temple
Temple is one of the UK's leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability.
We are a purpose and people led organisation and as a B Corp we are part of a movement committed to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet
With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes.
We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do.
To be considered for the role, you will:
Hold an appropriate degree qualification; Have a minimum of 8 years' relevant work experience; Have excellent knowledge of UK and European environmental legislation; Have excellent fieldwork and report writing skills including protected species surveys, EPSM applications, ES chapters and ecological management plans; Be able to critically review own output and possess a minimum 5 years' experience in reviewing others' work; Be competent in the survey of and mitigation for 2 or more of the following key protected species: bats, badgers, breeding birds, dormouse, great crested newts, reptiles, and water voles; Hold an EPS and/or conservation licence for one or more of the above species groups, and preferably be a Registered consultant on the class license scheme for one or more of the above species groups: Have proven project and staff management experience; Be confident and able to manage own workload, be proactive in managing projects and be able to delegate to and provide support to junior staff as appropriate; Be proficient in customer service and the ability to deliver and lead training events and workshops, both internally to Temple and externally to clients and other stakeholders; Hold full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and preferably CEcoL; Have proven qualities of a proactive self-starter with an ability to use own initiative when appropriate; Have a full clean UK driving licence.
Consultancy requires knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies. We expect all candidates to have a passion for project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is achieved on time and within budget.
We also have a specific requirement for an experienced ecologist with experience in high level reptile mitigation.
Applications are particularly welcome from ecologists who have botany as a specialism and are, or could be certified at FISC level 4 or above.
The company is defined by our unique culture - one that puts people at the core of everything we do. We strive to create a friendly and supportive working environment, encouraging staff to take advantage of every opportunity for professional development and assisting them in their career progression. Joining Temple is a chance to be part of close-knit, fun, openminded and driven team that really cares about what they do and prides itself on the quality of their work.
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary on a scale commensurate with experience; Flexible hybrid working; TOIL (time off in lieu) policy and flexible approach to working hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance. 26 days annual leave (& bank holidays) plus an additional day for each year of service up to 29 days Enhanced maternity pay; Opportunities for career development across the business; Auto-enrolment pension scheme (after 3 months' service); Cycle to work scheme; Socials, games nights and volunteering days through our staff engagement and development initiative; Fun, friendly, and forward-thinking co-workers; Fantastic training
Equal Employment Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, Temple is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Temple.
Temple is an accredited Investors in People organisation.
Principal Consultant EIA (Infrastructure)
Salary Range : From £42,000
City : London
About Temple
Temple is one of the UK's leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability.
We are a purpose and people led organisation and as a B Corp we are part of a movement committed to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet
With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes.
We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do.
We are seeking energetic, enthusiastic and experienced consultants across a range of grades to work within our Environmental Impact Assessment Infrastructure team, delivering and managing projects and helping to grow our business in this area as well as to further build Temple.
The Role
The position is for enthusiastic and motivated Principal Consultants who will be part of our EIA teams, with specialisms in infrastructure EIA. In particular we are looking for a candidate to help deliver projects in any of the energy, water, highways, rail and coastal sectors to meet our growing and exciting portfolio of project needs. As a collaborative team we also have cross-working opportunities with our EIA property team.
Applicants need to be client focused with a positive and proactive attitude, excellent communication skills and happy to work as part of a team.
All roles will work closely with our Planning, Social value and social economics teams and a wide range of external partners, to deliver across a range of projects.
The successful candidate will be expected to have a thorough knowledge of EIA, including guidelines and the planning process and a proven track record of managing and leading multidisciplinary teams for EIA, on time and on budget.
They will also be expected to have excellent project management, report writing and communication and client liaison skills with a keen eye for detail and a positive attitude towards business development.
They will be expected to enhance our diverse project portfolio by leading or contribute to bids for projects of all scales, size and sectors. Their role within project delivery may be as project manager, framework manager and/or technical lead. They would also be expected to assist with the training / mentoring of junior members of the team.
We offer flexible hybrid working and would consider candidates across our other locations.
The Candidate
We expect the successful Principal candidates will:
Have 5-8 years of consulting experience. Have project delivery experience with a strong work ethic, able to be organised, flexible and motivated. Have demonstratable experience contributing to and managing the delivery of EIA and related projects, primarily in the infrastructure sector (energy, water, rail, highways, coastal), including DCOs. Be confident, show initiative, be enthusiastic and outgoing with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, having the ability to liaise at all levels. Consultancy requires knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies. We expect all candidates to have a passion for project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is achieved on time and within budget. Hold a degree in a relevant environmental/ sustainability/ planning field. An active network of contacts in infrastructure. Have project management and people management experience. Have excellent report writing skills. Be confident, with excellent communication skills, and be client focussed. Bring energy and enthusiasm, with attention to detail and a creative approach to problem solving.
Experience of any of the following would be useful:
Membership of a relevant environmental institute with either chartership or actively working towards it. A specialist in one or more of the traditional EIA disciplines, planning or sustainability. Have a post graduate degree in a related field. Awareness and understanding of environmental management plans/CEMPs / CoCPs (or equivalent) to support construction property development projects Be aware of the anticipated future direction of the UK environmental assessment regime and be up-to-date with environmental legislation. Experience in strategic assessments such as SEA and equivalents. Property sector EIA.
Consultancy requires knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies. We expect all candidates to have a passion for project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is achieved on time and within budget.
Equal Employment Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, Temple is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Temple.
Temple is an accredited Investors in People organisation.
Principal Consultants - EIA Property
Salary Range : Upwards of £44k, depending on level of experience, plus benefits.
City : London
About Temple
Temple is one of the UK's leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability.
We are a purpose and people led organisation and as a B Corp we are part of a movement committed to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet
With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes.
We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do.
The Role
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Principal Consultants who will be part of our EIA Property team and work closely with all internal teams and clients and project design teams.
The successful candidate will be an experienced EIA project manager, coordinating and delivering EIAs and ES Reviews for a range of brownfield and greenfield EIA property developments across the capital and South of England. The applicant will need to be client focused, with a positive and proactive attitude, have excellent communication skills and be happy to work as part of a team.
They should have a thorough knowledge of EIA, including guidelines and the planning process and a proven track record of managing and leading multidisciplinary teams for the production of the EIAs on time and on budget.
They will also be expected to have excellent project management, report writing and client liaison skills, with a keen eye for detail and a positive attitude towards business development.
They should be experienced in managing performance, providing technical assurance and managing resources, relevant to projects.
Responsibilities will include the coordination and preparation of a variety of EIA projects including the technical review of ES Chapters, financial management, preparation of fee proposals, management of the ES Review process, and be expected to assist with the training / mentoring of junior members of the team.
We offer flexible hybrid working and would consider candidates across our other locations.
The Candidate
We expect the successful Principal candidates will:
Have 7 years + of client facing consulting experience. Project delivery experience with a strong work ethic, able to be organised, flexible and motivated. Demonstrable experience project managing for large and interesting urban regeneration schemes. Be experienced in brownfield regeneration, mixed-used housing, greenfield development and housing scheme developments for developers. Experience in undertaking ES reviews and coordinating local authority frameworks. Demonstrable experience with bid writing for property and EIA projects. Have a degree of experience in people management (performance, training and progression). Be confident, show initiative, be enthusiastic and outgoing with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, having the ability to liaise at all levels. Hold a relevant environmental degree level qualification. Have project management and people management experience. Have excellent report writing skills. Bring energy and enthusiasm, with attention to detail and a creative approach to problem solving.
Equal Employment Opportunities
As an equal opportunities' employer, Temple is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Temple.
Temple is an accredited Investors in People organisation.
Principal Ecologists - London
Salary Range : Competitive salary of circa £43k plus benefits
City : London
Are you an experienced ecologist with a strong business acumen looking for a new challenge?
As a dynamic and growing business, we are looking for a self-motivated and positive-minded Principal Ecologist to join our friendly team in one of our regional offices. The successful applicant would be involved in all areas of our work, managing a team of ecologists to find ecologically smart, commercially efficient and cost-effective solutions for projects on a variety of scales.
Day to day, you would be managing individual contracts and supporting staff, drafting high quality reports and reviewing technical work, whilst supporting clients and their design teams to identify solutions to their problems. We're keen to continue to grow our business, and you would therefore support the delivery of our business development strategy by costing and tendering for work, increasing invitations to bid, and finding new ways for the business to diversify and thrive.
This role would provide you with an opportunity to gain exposure to a wide variety of interesting projects and clients and develop skills in all aspects of consultancy work. We would like to offer you the chance to help shape the future of our business as well as your own career.
About Temple
Temple is one of the UK's leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability.
We are a purpose and people led organisation and as a B Corp we are part of a movement committed to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet
With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes.
We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do.
To be considered for the role, you will:
Hold an appropriate degree qualification; Have a minimum of 8 years' relevant work experience; Have excellent knowledge of UK and European environmental legislation; Have excellent fieldwork and report writing skills including protected species surveys, EPSM applications, ES chapters and ecological management plans; Be able to critically review own output and possess a minimum 5 years' experience in reviewing others' work; Be competent in the survey of and mitigation for 2 or more of the following key protected species: bats, badgers, breeding birds, dormouse, great crested newts, reptiles, and water voles; Hold an EPS and/or conservation licence for one or more of the above species groups, and preferably be a Registered consultant on the class license scheme for one or more of the above species groups: Have proven project and staff management experience; Be confident and able to manage own workload, be proactive in managing projects and be able to delegate to and provide support to junior staff as appropriate; Be proficient in customer service and the ability to deliver and lead training events and workshops, both internally to Temple and externally to clients and other stakeholders; Hold full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and preferably CEcoL ; Have proven qualities of a proactive self-starter with an ability to use own initiative when appropriate; Have a full clean UK driving licence. We also have a specific requirement for an experienced ecologist with experience in high level reptile mitigation.
Applications are particularly welcome from ecologists who have botany as a specialism and are, or could be certified at FISC level 4 or above.
The company is defined by our unique culture - one that puts people at the core of everything we do. We strive to create a friendly and supportive working environment, encouraging staff to take advantage of every opportunity for professional development and assisting them in their career progression. Joining Temple is a chance to be part of close-knit, fun, openminded and driven team that really cares about what they do and prides itself on the quality of their work.
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary on a scale commensurate with experience; TOIL (time off in lieu) policy and flexible approach to working hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance. 26 days annual leave (& bank holidays) plus an additional day for each year of service up to 29 days Enhanced maternity pay; Opportunities for career development across the business; Auto-enrolment pension scheme (after 3 months' service); Cycle to work scheme; Socials, games nights and volunteering days through our staff engagement and development initiative; Fun, friendly, and forward-thinking co-workers; Fantastic training
Equal Employment Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, Temple is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Temple.
Temple is an accredited Investors in People organisation.
Principal Ecologists - Wakefield
Salary Range : Competitive salary of circa £43k plus benefits
City : Wakefield
Are you an experienced ecologist with a strong business acumen looking for a new challenge?
As a dynamic and growing business, we are looking for a self-motivated and positive-minded Principal Ecologist to join our friendly team in our Wakefield office. The successful applicant would be involved in all areas of our work, managing a team of ecologists to find ecologically smart, commercially efficient and cost-effective solutions for projects on a variety of scales.
Day to day, you would be managing individual contracts and supporting staff, drafting high quality reports and reviewing technical work, whilst supporting clients and their design teams to identify solutions to their problems. We're keen to continue to grow our business, and you would therefore support the delivery of our business development strategy by costing and tendering for work, increasing invitations to bid, and finding new ways for the business to diversify and thrive.
This role would provide you with an opportunity to gain exposure to a wide variety of interesting projects and clients and develop skills in all aspects of consultancy work. We would like to offer you the chance to help shape the future of our business as well as your own career.
About Temple
Temple is one of the UK's leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability.
We are a purpose and people led organisation and as a B Corp we are part of a movement committed to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet
With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes.
We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do.
To be considered for the role, you will:
Hold an appropriate degree qualification; Have a minimum of 8 years' relevant work experience; Have excellent knowledge of UK and European environmental legislation; Have excellent fieldwork and report writing skills including protected species surveys, EPSM applications, ES chapters and ecological management plans; Be able to critically review own output and possess a minimum 5 years' experience in reviewing others' work; Be competent in the survey of and mitigation for 2 or more of the following key protected species: bats, badgers, breeding birds, dormouse, great crested newts, reptiles, and water voles; Hold an EPS and/or conservation licence for one or more of the above species groups, and preferably be a Registered consultant on the class license scheme for one or more of the above species groups: Have proven project and staff management experience; Be confident and able to manage own workload, be proactive in managing projects and be able to delegate to and provide support to junior staff as appropriate; Be proficient in customer service and the ability to deliver and lead training events and workshops, both internally to Temple and externally to clients and other stakeholders; Hold full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and preferably CEcoL; Have proven qualities of a proactive self-starter with an ability to use own initiative when appropriate; Have a full clean UK driving licence.
Consultancy requires knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies. We expect all candidates to have a passion for project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is achieved on time and within budget.
We also have a specific requirement for an experienced ecologist with experience in high level reptile mitigation.
Applications are particularly welcome from ecologists who have botany as a specialism and are, or could be certified at FISC level 4 or above.
The company is defined by our unique culture - one that puts people at the core of everything we do. We strive to create a friendly and supportive working environment, encouraging staff to take advantage of every opportunity for professional development and assisting them in their career progression. Joining Temple is a chance to be part of close-knit, fun, openminded and driven team that really cares about what they do and prides itself on the quality of their work.
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary on a scale commensurate with experience; Flexible hybrid working; TOIL (time off in lieu) policy and flexible approach to working hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance. 26 days annual leave (& bank holidays) plus an additional day for each year of service up to 29 days Enhanced maternity pay; Westfield Health care; Opportunities for career development across the business; Auto-enrolment pension scheme (after 3 months' service); Cycle to work scheme; Socials, games nights and volunteering days through our staff engagement and development initiative; Fun, friendly, and forward-thinking co-workers; Fantastic training
Equal Employment Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, Temple is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Temple.
Temple is an accredited Investors in People organisation.
Principal Ecologists - Norwich
Salary Range : Competitive salary of circa £43k plus benefits
City : Norwich
Are you an experienced ecologist with a strong business acumen looking for a new challenge?
As a dynamic and growing business, we are looking for a self-motivated and positive-minded Principal Ecologist to join our friendly team in our Norwich office. We can offer permanent and fixed term positions. The successful applicant would be involved in all areas of our work, managing a team of ecologists to find ecologically smart, commercially efficient and cost-effective solutions for projects on a variety of scales.
Day to day, you would be managing individual contracts and supporting staff, drafting high quality reports and reviewing technical work, whilst supporting clients and their design teams to identify solutions to their problems. We're keen to continue to grow our business, and you would therefore support the delivery of our business development strategy by costing and tendering for work, increasing invitations to bid, and finding new ways for the business to diversify and thrive.
This role would provide you with an opportunity to gain exposure to a wide variety of interesting projects and clients and develop skills in all aspects of consultancy work. We would like to offer you the chance to help shape the future of our business as well as your own career.
About Temple
Temple is one of the UK's leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability.
We are a purpose and people led organisation and as a B Corp we are part of a movement committed to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet
With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes.
We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do.
To be considered for the role, you will:
Hold an appropriate degree qualification; Have a minimum of 8 years' relevant work experience; Have excellent knowledge of UK and European environmental legislation; Have excellent fieldwork and report writing skills including protected species surveys, EPSM applications, ES chapters and ecological management plans; Be able to critically review own output and possess a minimum 5 years' experience in reviewing others' work; Be competent in the survey of and mitigation for 2 or more of the following key protected species: bats, badgers, breeding birds, dormouse, great crested newts, reptiles, and water voles; Hold an EPS and/or conservation licence for one or more of the above species groups, and preferably be a Registered consultant on the class license scheme for one or more of the above species groups: Have proven project and staff management experience; Be confident and able to manage own workload, be proactive in managing projects and be able to delegate to and provide support to junior staff as appropriate; Be proficient in customer service and the ability to deliver and lead training events and workshops, both internally to Temple and externally to clients and other stakeholders; Hold full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and preferably CEcoL; Have proven qualities of a proactive self-starter with an ability to use own initiative when appropriate; Have a full clean UK driving licence.
Consultancy requires knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies. We expect all candidates to have a passion for project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is achieved on time and within budget.
We also have a specific requirement for an experienced ecologist with experience in high level reptile mitigation.
Applications are particularly welcome from ecologists who have botany as a specialism and are, or could be certified at FISC level 4 or above.
The company is defined by our unique culture - one that puts people at the core of everything we do. We strive to create a friendly and supportive working environment, encouraging staff to take advantage of every opportunity for professional development and assisting them in their career progression. Joining Temple is a chance to be part of close-knit, fun, openminded and driven team that really cares about what they do and prides itself on the quality of their work.
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary on a scale commensurate with experience; Flexible hybrid working; TOIL (time off in lieu) policy and flexible approach to working hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance. 26 days annual leave (& bank holidays) plus an additional day for each year of service up to 29 days Enhanced maternity pay; Westfield Health care; Opportunities for career development across the business; Auto-enrolment pension scheme (after 3 months' service); Cycle to work scheme; Socials, games nights and volunteering days through our staff engagement and development initiative; Fun, friendly, and forward-thinking co-workers; Fantastic training
Equal Employment Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, Temple is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Temple.
Temple is an accredited Investors in People organisation.
Senior Ecologist - Wakefield
Salary Range : Starting at £30,000 and upwards depending on experience
City : Wakefield
Looking for an opportunity to advance your career in consultancy within a supportive environment?
If you are interested in making meaningful environmental and social difference then Temple might just be the place for you. As a dynamic and growing business, we are looking for self-motivated and positive-minded Senior Ecologist to join our friendly team in our Wakefield office. The successful applicant will be involved in all areas of our work, supporting clients in vast range of different sectors. Responsibilities include co-ordinating and undertaking protected species surveys and mitigation projects, advising clients of constraints and survey requirements and report writing.
Whether you are already a senior ecologist or looking to move up this position will provide you with an opportunity to build on your existing experience, leading and delivering on a range of projects. You will have the opportunity to mentor colleagues, ensure the production of high-quality reports, as well engaging with clients and their design teams to deliver high quality sustainable solutions. You will also play an integral role in the delivery of our business development strategy including identifying and responding to opportunities and by supporting the business to build new service lines and business areas.
We have permanent roles available in our Wakefield office but welcome conversations from applicants in other locations. We have additional offices located in Manchester, Lichfield, Norwich, London, Cardiff and Sussex. With a focus on regional site work and/or working with client project teams there will be a requirement for travel and occasional overnight stays as part of these roles. expenses and subsistence are paid, and we monitor working away closely to ensure the wellbeing of our staff.
About Temple
Temple is one of the UK's leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability.
We are a purpose and people led organisation and as a B Corp we are part of a movement committed to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet
With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes.
We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do.
To be considered for the role, you should have the following:
A full clean UK driving licence; A degree or equivalent qualification (N/SVQ Level 5) in Ecology or a related subject. 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. Be comfortable with and have experience in attending meetings and liaising with clients, contractors, sub-contractors and third-party stakeholders. Be able to critically review your own work and experience of reviewing others' work. Have good excellent organizational skills and an ability to resource work. Be able to manage own workload, be proactive in managing projects and be able to delegate to and provide support to junior staff as appropriate. Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), or equivalent professional body with professional code of conduct. Be proactive, a self-starter and able to use own initiative when appropriate. Be eligible to work within the UK.
Applications are particularly welcome from ecologists who meet the following desirable criteria:
At least one Natural England (of other equivalent) protected species licence preferably Bat Survey Level 2 (or above). Experience of Biodiversity Net Gain. Have botany as a specialism who are, or could be certified at FISC level 3 or above. At least 5 years relevant experience
What's in it for you?
Flexible/hybrid working Competitive salary on a scale commensurate with experience. TOIL (time off in lieu) policy and flexible approach to working hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance. 26 days annual leave (& bank holidays) plus an additional day for each year of service up to 29 days Enhanced maternity pay; Westfield Health care; Opportunities for career development; Auto-enrolment pension scheme (after 3 months' service); Cycle to work scheme; Socials, games nights and volunteering days through our staff engagement and development initiative; Fun, friendly, and forward-thinking co-workers; Fantastic training
Equal Employment Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, Temple is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Temple.
Temple is a B-Corp and an accredited Investors in People organisation.
Principal Ecologists - London Salary Range : Competitive salary of circa £43k plus benefits City : London Are you an experienced ecologist with a strong business acumen looking for a new challenge? As a dynamic and growing business, we are looking for a self-motivated and positive-minded Principal Ecologist to join our friendly team in one of our regional offices. The successful applicant would be involved in all areas of our work, managing a team of ecologists to find ecologically smart, commercially efficient and cost-effective solutions for projects on a variety of scales. Day to day, you would be managing individual contracts and supporting staff, drafting high quality reports and reviewing technical work, whilst supporting clients and their design teams to identify solutions to their problems. We re keen to continue to grow our business, and you would therefore support the delivery of our business development strategy by costing and tendering for work, increasing invitations to bid, and finding new ways for the business to diversify and thrive. This role would provide you with an opportunity to gain exposure to a wide variety of interesting projects and clients and develop skills in all aspects of consultancy work. We would like to offer you the chance to help shape the future of our business as well as your own career. About Temple Temple is one of the UK s leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability. We are a purpose and people led organisation and as a B Corp we are part of a movement committed to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes. We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do. To be considered for the role, you will: Hold an appropriate degree qualification; Have a minimum of 8 years relevant work experience; Have excellent knowledge of UK and European environmental legislation; Have excellent fieldwork and report writing skills including protected species surveys, EPSM applications, ES chapters and ecological management plans; Be able to critically review own output and possess a minimum 5 years experience in reviewing others work; Be competent in the survey of and mitigation for 2 or more of the following key protected species: bats, badgers, breeding birds, dormouse, great crested newts, reptiles, and water voles; Hold an EPS and/or conservation licence for one or more of the above species groups, and preferably be a Registered consultant on the class license scheme for one or more of the above species groups: Have proven project and staff management experience; Be confident and able to manage own workload, be proactive in managing projects and be able to delegate to and provide support to junior staff as appropriate; Be proficient in customer service and the ability to deliver and lead training events and workshops, both internally to Temple and externally to clients and other stakeholders; Hold full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and preferably CEcoL ; Have proven qualities of a proactive self-starter with an ability to use own initiative when appropriate; Have a full clean UK driving licence. We also have a specific requirement for an experienced ecologist with experience in high level reptile mitigation. Applications are particularly welcome from ecologists who have botany as a specialism and are, or could be certified at FISC level 4 or above. The company is defined by our unique culture one that puts people at the core of everything we do. We strive to create a friendly and supportive working environment, encouraging staff to take advantage of every opportunity for professional development and assisting them in their career progression. Joining Temple is a chance to be part of close-knit, fun, openminded and driven team that really cares about what they do and prides itself on the quality of their work. What s in it for you? Competitive salary on a scale commensurate with experience; TOIL (time off in lieu) policy and flexible approach to working hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance. 26 days annual leave (& bank holidays) plus an additional day for each year of service up to 29 days Enhanced maternity pay; Opportunities for career development across the business; Auto-enrolment pension scheme (after 3 months service); Cycle to work scheme; Socials, games nights and volunteering days through our staff engagement and development initiative; Fun, friendly, and forward-thinking co-workers; Fantastic training Equal Employment Opportunities As an equal opportunities employer, Temple is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Temple. Temple is an accredited Investors in People organisation. 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Principal Ecologists - Wakefield Salary Range : Competitive salary of circa £43k plus benefits City : Wakefield Are you an experienced ecologist with a strong business acumen looking for a new challenge? As a dynamic and growing business, we are looking for a self-motivated and positive-minded Principal Ecologist to join our friendly team in our Wakefield office. The successful applicant would be involved in all areas of our work, managing a team of ecologists to find ecologically smart, commercially efficient and cost-effective solutions for projects on a variety of scales. Day to day, you would be managing individual contracts and supporting staff, drafting high quality reports and reviewing technical work, whilst supporting clients and their design teams to identify solutions to their problems. We re keen to continue to grow our business, and you would therefore support the delivery of our business development strategy by costing and tendering for work, increasing invitations to bid, and finding new ways for the business to diversify and thrive. This role would provide you with an opportunity to gain exposure to a wide variety of interesting projects and clients and develop skills in all aspects of consultancy work. We would like to offer you the chance to help shape the future of our business as well as your own career. About Temple Temple is one of the UK s leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability. We are a purpose and people led organisation and as a B Corp we are part of a movement committed to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes. We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do. To be considered for the role, you will: Hold an appropriate degree qualification; Have a minimum of 8 years relevant work experience; Have excellent knowledge of UK and European environmental legislation; Have excellent fieldwork and report writing skills including protected species surveys, EPSM applications, ES chapters and ecological management plans; Be able to critically review own output and possess a minimum 5 years experience in reviewing others work; Be competent in the survey of and mitigation for 2 or more of the following key protected species: bats, badgers, breeding birds, dormouse, great crested newts, reptiles, and water voles; Hold an EPS and/or conservation licence for one or more of the above species groups, and preferably be a Registered consultant on the class license scheme for one or more of the above species groups: Have proven project and staff management experience; Be confident and able to manage own workload, be proactive in managing projects and be able to delegate to and provide support to junior staff as appropriate; Be proficient in customer service and the ability to deliver and lead training events and workshops, both internally to Temple and externally to clients and other stakeholders; Hold full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and preferably CEcoL; Have proven qualities of a proactive self-starter with an ability to use own initiative when appropriate; Have a full clean UK driving licence. Consultancy requires knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies. We expect all candidates to have a passion for project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is achieved on time and within budget. We also have a specific requirement for an experienced ecologist with experience in high level reptile mitigation. Applications are particularly welcome from ecologists who have botany as a specialism and are, or could be certified at FISC level 4 or above. The company is defined by our unique culture one that puts people at the core of everything we do. We strive to create a friendly and supportive working environment, encouraging staff to take advantage of every opportunity for professional development and assisting them in their career progression. Joining Temple is a chance to be part of close-knit, fun, openminded and driven team that really cares about what they do and prides itself on the quality of their work. What s in it for you? Competitive salary on a scale commensurate with experience; Flexible hybrid working; TOIL (time off in lieu) policy and flexible approach to working hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance. 26 days annual leave (& bank holidays) plus an additional day for each year of service up to 29 days Enhanced maternity pay; Westfield Health care; Opportunities for career development across the business; Auto-enrolment pension scheme (after 3 months service); Cycle to work scheme; Socials, games nights and volunteering days through our staff engagement and development initiative; Fun, friendly, and forward-thinking co-workers; Fantastic training Equal Employment Opportunities As an equal opportunities employer, Temple is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Temple. Temple is an accredited Investors in People organisation. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
