Ecologist/ Senior Ecologist
Sussex

As a dynamic and growing business, this is the ideal role for self-motivated and positive-minded Ecologists or Senior Ecologists to join a friendly Sussex based team. The successful applicants 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, preparing ecology chapters for Environmental Impact Assessments, and managing a team of ecologists to find commercially efficient and cost-effective project solutions.

Permanent roles (on a full or part time basis) available in a well-appointed converted Sussex barn in the heart of the South Downs National Park. The project-based nature of our work means that there will be a requirement for travel and occasional overnight stays to complete the contract.

This position will provide a great opportunity to lead and deliver complex contracts and support more junior staff, draft high-quality reports and review technical work, as well as support clients and their design teams by identifying solutions to their problems. 

With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, this role provides the opportunity to work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, comple

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.
• 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 (min 5 for Snr) 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.

For further information on this or any other related positions do not hesitate to contact Peter on 07881788772 or peter@huphuphup.com

Our industry knowledge ensures a unique, valued and specialist service. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community and offer every assurance that your application will be handled with the highest levels of professionalism.

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