The role

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, managing and delivering ecology projects across a range of challenging and exciting schemes to the highest quality, drawing upon field experience and knowledge of the planning system. A technical focus is required, with excellent delivery experience and strong project management and communication skills. An inspiring approach and the ability to lead and manage staff is required. You will be a key contributor in developing and supporting the growth of the team to achieve business plan targets.

Key responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Leading a portfolio of interesting and complex ecological projects from initial client liaison through to completion
• Managing and organising subconsultants and seasonal workforce as required
• Undertaking field work including surveying habitats and protected species
• Ecological Clerk of Works activities
• Writing, overseeing and completing qualty checks of technical reports
• Mentoring and managing enthusiastic Ecologists by adopting a creative and an inspiring approach
• Contributing to business development activities including client relationships
• Maintaining quality and Health and Safety standards
• Demonstrating efficient and profitable delivery

Essential requirements

• A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a consultant Ecologist
• A relevant degree
• Full member of CIEEM
• Excellent knowledge of UK and EC wildlife legislation and policy including experience of practical application of mitigation requirements for protected species.
• Working knowledge of EIA and the planning process
• Protected species licences advantageous, particularly for bats and GCN
• Developed core field and technical report writing skills, alongside delivery of EPSL licence documents and EcIA
• Experience and working knowledge of BNG assessments
• Excellent project management skills including financial control, strong client liaison and coordinating a team effort
• Enthusiastic and flexible approach to work
• Strong organisational skills/ability to work under pressure to deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills/an ability to work at all levels with colleagues and clients
• A valid UK driving licence
• Flexibility to work outside office hours and away from home as required

Desirable requirements

• Named ecologist on EPSL / Mitigation licence for bats and/or GCN
• FISC level 3 or above
• Habitat Regulations Assessment experience
• GIS proficiency / capability
• Staff mentoring experience

The role

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, managing and delivering a range of arboriculture projects. A technical focus is required, with excellent delivery experience and strong project management and communication skills. An inspiring approach and the ability to lead, manage and mentor staff as required.

Key responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Lead and supporting the delivery of arboriculture projects across various sectors
• Support multi-disciplinary projects and offer advice and the benefit of your experience to the wider arboriculture team and the business generally
• Undertake a variety of arboricultural surveys, risk assessments, tree management plans, tree mapping (CAD and ArcGIS Pro technology) and community engagement and produce associated reports for submission to Local Planning Authorities and landowners
• Liaise with the local planning authorities, planners, architects, and other professionals to inform the planning design process
• Provide advice relating to Tree Preservation Orders, tree work applications, Conservation Areas and High Hedges
• Support in the management of the arboriculture team and mentoring and development support
• Assist in all aspects/ duties as necessary including supporting the team manager, analysing survey data, writing and checking reports and assisting in the general workload of the arboriculture team
• Maintain quality standards and demonstrating efficient and profitable delivery

Essential requirements

• A degree in an Arboriculture or related subject
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as the Arboricultural Association
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in an arboricultural consultancy role
• Strong written communication skills
• Strong knowledge and experience of tree surveying techniques and risk/hazard assessment methodologies
• Understanding of the principles of Visual Tree Assessment and the ability to work methodically through the process
• Strong working knowledge of current planning and environmental legislation
• Strong organisational skills and an ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Experience and ability to negotiate with and obtain agreement from a wide range of clients and statutory consultees
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to work at all levels with colleagues and clients
• A positive, enthusiastic and flexible approach to work, under your own initiative or within a multidisciplinary team environment

Desirable requirements

• Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) Certificate
• Flexibility to work away from home on occasions

The role

The successful candidates will undertake tree inspections and assist with tree related risk management of public and/or privately owned tree stock utilising handheld ArcGIS Pro and CAD technology.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake tree inspections of public and privately owned tree stock utilising handheld ArcGIS Pro and CAD technology
• Identify tree works
• Respond to client queries and maintain strong relationships
• Deliver high standards and work practices to comply with British Standards and relevant legislation
• Complete and observe risk assessments and working methodologies with regards to Health and Safety

Essential Requirements

• Experience of working in an arboricultural environment and undertaking tree inspections and risk assessments
• Formal arboricultural qualification or equivalent experience and be prepared to undertake a relevant arboricultural course/qualification
• Experience of liaising clients and attending meetings
• Computer and IT literate with experience in using handheld technology software, Microsoft Office and Excel
• Willingness to work at any location on a semi-permanent basis with time in the office as and when required
• A valid UK driving licence
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work and liaise at all levels with colleagues, clients and local authority officers

Desirable requirements

• CAD experience
• GIS proficient
• Understanding of Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs), legislation and knowledge of the planning system